of Little Rock, AR
April 14, 2019
Russell Marion ''Rusty'' Wood, Jr., age 69 of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away at his home on Sunday, April 14, 2019. He was born in Little Rock, Arkansas on March 30, 1950 to his late parents, Russell M. Wood, Sr. and Ida Florence Beaird. After graduating from Fuller High School, Russell was self-employed as a home builder having worked for Pickens and Bond Construction Company and retiring from CDI Contractors after 28 years of service. In addition, he enjoyed photography, flying (soloed on his 16th birthday), scuba diving, skeet shooting, wing shooting, hiking and camping. Rusty was very competitive in everything that he did including his work and hobbies alike.
Survivors include his wife of six years, Debra; two daughters, Misty Harris (James) and Britney Wood both of Little Rock; one step-daughter, Nicole Weppler of Pickerington, OH; one stepson, Justin Carter (Chrissy) of Cleveland Heights, OH and four grandchildren, Isabell Edge-Wood, Kate Weppler, Trent Weppler and Matt Harris; two sisters, Florence Ann Byers (Scott) and Iline Smith (Wayne) and his CDI family and numerous friends.
A gathering of family and friends will be from 2:00pm until 5:00pm on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 I-30, Little Rock, AR (501) 455-5800.
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9 Condolence(s)
Belinda Greene
Friday, April 26, 2019
I was so sad to hear of Rusty's passing. I have so many memories of camping on Little Fir. I am keeping the Family in my prayers. Please accept my deepest sympathies.. May Heavenly Father comfort you.
Carolyn Pica Burks
Peggy Teague Brenner
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Florence and Scott,
Although we didn't stay in touch, I have thought of you both over the years. I was shocked and filled with sadness when I read Rusty's obituary in the newspaper.
I only knew him in high school and always thought of him as kind and generous.
I am glad you shared that you spent time together and lived close to each other recently. I know you both must have special memories of him from those times. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you both. I do wish I could see you sometime!!
Love to both of you,
Peggy
Florence Byers
Sunday, April 21, 2019
My heart aches because of the loss of my brother. Many years of my adult life he and I were not in the same living area due to his work and my family’s work but we always stayed in contact. Over the last 12 years we had gotten closer and lived next door to each other. I’m so thankful for these years with him and Deb. Really enjoyed the trips we took last year after he and Deb retired. Wish we could have made many others that we had talked about doing. I loved him with all my heart and will miss him everyday!!!❤️
Scott Byers
Sunday, April 21, 2019
Rusty was a great friend and brother in law. He would do almost anything to to be of help to others. I will miss him and think of him every day. God bless him and his family.
Teresa Deen
Friday, April 19, 2019
On behalf of the entire team at Outlets of Little Rock, we are very sad to hear the news. We all enjoyed working and cutting up with Rusty. He will be missed. Prayers to Debra and the family.
Bob Moore
Friday, April 19, 2019
.Condolence to Deb and his family. Had the pleasure of knowing and coaching him at Fuller. Took an instant liking to him. He had an amazing work ethic, and never quit. He was a tough kid. Loved him like one of my own kids. Felt sure he would become a fine husband, father, and man. He became a fine construction engineer. Won't ever forget you Rusty.
Valerie Goetz
Friday, April 19, 2019
We miss Rusty here at CDI. He was an incredible superintendent who has left a legacy of buildings that impact thousands of lives every day. His family can be proud of all he accomplished and I will think of him every time I drive by Everett Infinity and the Outlet Mall. Thoughts and prayers.
Nicole Weppler
Thursday, April 18, 2019
Sometimes there simply aren't words to express emotions. Thank you for making my Mom happy and being her best friend. Thank you for welcoming us into your family and sharing your stories and passions with us. The world is losing an amazing man; we all promise to keep your memory alive every day.
Sherry Noblett-Koone
Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Rusty was a wonderful person. He was a long time friend of my mom and dad's who was around quite a bit when I was a child. He taught me how to water ski during summer camping trips and rode my sister on his motorcycle when we all got to go riding. He was a fun loving person and will be greatly missed. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to his wife, family and friends.