Dianna Kay Wood, 81, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, at RiverOaks Health Campus in Princeton, Indiana surrounded by her family. Dianna was born in Mt. Carmel, Illinois on December 16, 1944, to Harry and Ada (Nesler) Goldman. She married William “Ray” Wood in July of 1990.
Dianna graduated from Mt. Carmel High School in 1963. She spent most of her working years at Snap-On Tools. Throughout her life, she was known for her love and generosity towards her family. She loved to go boating on Kentucky Lake, shopping and hosting Sunday dinners for her family. She had a unique personality that brought laughter and many memorable stories to those who knew her. An animal lover at heart, she rarely turned away a dog in need. Many of the dogs she cherished throughout her life were strays that found a safe and loving home with her.
Dianna is survived by her husband of 36 years, Ray Wood; stepsons Bruce (Chris) Wood and Brad Wood; nieces and nephews Mike (Cassandra) Goldman, Russell (Julie) Goldman, Mandy (Gary) Leach, Greg Goldman, Teresa Goldman and Cathy Goldman; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-nieces and nephews; sisters-in-law Gillian Goldman and Virginia Goldman; and family friend Janie Ensminger.
Preceding her in death were her parents; sister and brother-in-law Sondra and Glenn Howell; and brothers, Frank Goldman and Ronald Goldman.
The family is grateful for the compassionate care provided by those at RiverOaks Assisted Living and Heart to Heart Hospice who walked alongside her through her battle with dementia. Per Dianna’s wishes, she will be cremated. She was of the Christian faith.
Graveside services will be held at Highland Memorial Cemetery on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow the service.
Memorial contributions in memory of Dianna Wood can be made to the Wabash County Animal Shelter Buddies. Envelopes will be available at Short-Cunningham Funeral Home.
Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com
Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to serve the Dianna Wood family.
