Susan Darlene Hill Wood

      Susan Darlene Hill Wood, known lovingly as Susan, passed away on June 15, 2026, at her residence in Valley, Alabama, at the age of 77.

      She was born on September 10, 1948, in Langdale, Alabama, and grew up in Riverview, Alabama, where she built the foundation of a life marked by faith, devotion, and quiet strength. Susan lived her life as a Christian and carried herself with a spirit that was loving, thoughtful, and kind.

      Susan was preceded in death by her parents, Janice and John “Bud” Hill; her husband of 50 years and the love of her life, Albert “Jack” Wood, Jr.; and her siblings, Joel, David, Carolyn, Jenny, Debbie, Tammy, and Johnny. She treasured her family deeply and held close the memories of those who went before her. Her life was shaped by strong family ties, and she remained connected to those bonds throughout her years.

      She is survived by her sons, Chris Wood and his wife Ashley, Timothy Wood and his wife Amandah, and Steven Wood and his wife Jennifer. She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren, Hunter Wood and Sydnie, CJ Wood, Jenna Wood and Cody McConnell, Dani Wood, Jonathan Parker, Dorman Pritchett, Lillie Wood, Layla Pritchett, and Jackson Wood, as well as her great-grandchildren, Beau and Blaire Wood. Susan is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and long-time friendships that were a source of joy and comfort throughout her life.

      Susan worked in the insurance field at George H. Lanier Memorial Hospital and at Lanier Nursing Home, where she was known for her dependability and kind manner. She and Jack also built a business together selling Townecraft Cookware for a little over 15 years, a venture that reflected their partnership and shared determination. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Lanett, Alabama, and valued the fellowship and service that came with that association.

     In her younger years, Susan enjoyed playing co-ed softball with her sisters Jenny and Debbie, creating memories filled with laughter and friendly competition. She and Jack also spent many years traveling across much of the United States on a motorcycle, camping along the way and enjoying the simple peace of the open road. Later in life, she found happiness in spending time with her children and grandchildren, researching family trees, crocheting, reading books, and watching Hallmark movies. These pastimes reflected the gentle and thoughtful way she approached life.

     Susan Darlene Hill Wood will be remembered for the love she gave so freely, the kindness she extended to others, and the devotion she showed to her family and friends. Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched and in the many cherished memories she leaves behind.

     Funeral services for Susan will be held on Thursday, June 18th, 2026, at 11:00 AM (EDT) at the graveside in Randolph Memory Gardens in Roanoke, Alabama. Pastor Kevin Anglin will officiate. Susan’s family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 PM (EDT) at the Johnson Brown-Service Funeral Home in Valley.

     Please visit Susan’s Memorial Tribute page at www.johnsonbrownservicefh.com to leave a kind word for her family, to share a memory of Susan, or to light a Remembrance Candle in her memory.

     Johnson Brown-Service Funeral Home of Valley directing.

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