Leslie "Les" Wood

Leslie “Les” Wood 67, passed away peacefully at The Pines in Rutland, VT on May 23, 2026.

He was born March 2, 1959 to Ralph and Suzanne Wood.

Les graduated from West Hill School, after graduating he worked several jobs until he chose painting as his career, he worked for Burke’s Painting Company until he retired.

Outside of work Les loved being with his family and friends. He enjoyed sports, rock-n-roll, TV and just the simple things in life.

Les is survived by his mother Suzanne Allen Wood of Keene, NH. Brothers Ronald (Bonnie) wood of Ludlow, VT, Michael (Dot) Wood of North Carolina, His sister Kathleen (Dave) Leitch of Cavendish, VT. Nephews Matthew Wood of Proctorsville, VT, Robert Leitch of Cavendish, VT. Niece Amy Swisher of Cavendish, VT. Cherished Friends Donald and Donna Burke and their two daughters Jamie and Sharon who Les considered his nieces.

He was preceded in death by his father Ralph wood of North Carolina.

There will be no calling hours or funeral at Les’s request. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to a charity of your choice in memory of “Les”.