Brandon Lee Wood, 23, of Mountain Grove and Ava, was found Dec. 26, 2020. Brandon was born in Houston to Deborah Wood and Randy Wood on Jan. 23, 1992. Brandon was a tender, good spirited man who endured unimaginable hardships in his life. He had a difficult childhood and made mistakes trying to navigate and cope with what life threw his way. Despite this he was a dear brother, a loving son and a kind friend to many. Someone who could make you laugh on a difficult day; he was well known for his contagious smile and good sense of humor. Brandon was a talented artist in both drawing and tattooing. Brandon had a tender spot for animals and always went out of his way to adopt any stray dogs he found. Brandon would also be witnessed singing to others to uplift their spirits. He truly had a big heart and will be dearly missed. He will continue to be carried in the hearts of all those who loved him.
Brandon was preceded in death by his mother, Deborah Wood; his grandmother, Ruth Hammond; and his father, Randy Wood. Brandon is survived in death by his sisters, Emma (Wood) Marion, Randi Wood and Maria Eaton-Trimble and husband, Ryan Trimble; his nieces and nephew, Brodi Trimble, Jazmine Eaton, Chelsey Eaton, Garrett Eaton and Jordyn Allen; and his grandfather, Jack Atchison. In remembrance of Brandon, please consider donating to The Victim Center in Springfield located at 819 N. Boonville Ave, Springfield, Mo. 65802. No services are planned at this time. Cremation is under the direction of Craig-Hurtt Funeral Home, Mountain Grove. Online condolences: www.craighurttfuneralhome.com.
