Spencer Matthew Wood

It is very difficult to know what to say. I loved your son and am so sorry for your loss. Please feel free to reach out to me if need.. With warmth and prayer. Susan Stewart

To Minda, Garret, Justin, and Maddie,

From my family to yours, we are thinking of you during this time. You are in our prayers and in our thoughts always. Spencer had such a light upon him and I know it will continue to shine. I will always remember the joy in his eyes.

Love you all so much.

Tyler and Sarah Ward

I had the privilege of meeting Spencer Wood in April of 2020. We were in Cri Help together for a few months, and when I got there, Spencer was someone that stood out to me right away because of the kind and warm hearted aura that shined through his persona. His contagious laugh and funny sense of humor that made you feel right at home in his presence. It was my first rehab experience and he treated me as if he’d known me all of my life. Making sure I had everything I needed and that I felt welcomed as a part of the group from the moment I shook his hand. Introducing me to some of his friends who like him, were generous and down to earth, accepting me with open arms. You can tell a lot about a person by the people he surrounds himself with, and I knew from the start that Spencer was a solid guy that I could trust and become friends with myself. And I did. And I am glad that I did, because it was people like Spencer that helped me to get through this first rehab experience and truly gave me the courage to give this place a chance to help me find my soul again. So it was with his help that I finally did, and I will never forget him for that. My deepest condolences to his family and to his girlfriend whom he always talked about and held a pure and loving connection with and admiration for. He really cared about the people he held closest to him and he will be missed by all. Thank you, Spencer for your kindness and for becoming the friend that you did in the short amount of time that we knew each other. It really didn’t take long to feel a brotherly love and bond with you. May your soul rest in eternal peace beyond the realm of our existence. Your true love waits until we meet again my friend..

Knowing Spenc when he was a young boy was truly a gift. He was hilarious, loving and adventurous. I will always remember the mischief he, Justin and my son would get into. I love you Spenc, you always have a special place in my heart. My sincere condolences to one of my best friends Min and family. Love you.

wow...im lost for words, while typing this condolence and looking at spencers photo, his eyes are speaking. my heart is broken, i pray that gods forever enduring mercy,strength,love shower spencers family and all of us who miss this young man ! spencer was laid back and real cool around cri-help. he did come back, but he was different,he really wanted to be clean. he used to always speak to me and loved working the phones at cri-help. im getting chills typing this, you will be missed young man, love bro !

I truly loved getting to know Spencer in the few months I knew him during the Spring and early Summer of 2020. He was so sweet and thoughtful and spoke of the great love he had for his family. We shared a love of classic rock and liked to listen to music together and talk about his dreams for the future. May his family and friends and everyone who loved Spencer move forward with love, healing and God's peace.

Spencer, you will always be a brother and a part of the Garcia family. No matter where life took us we were family to the end. I remember how happy I was in second grade when I saw that you were in my class knowing I had a friend. All the adventures and memories our famiies shared over the years. I love you brother. Gilmore boys For LYFE

Spencer always had kind words to say. I knew he had a loving family. I’m so sorry for your loss.

Great Lady and great Lord, give rest and refreshment to Spencer that He May be brought into your love and journey again through the cauldron of life. Death is a transition, moving from underworld for repose into Summerlin for refreshment until the next incarnation. This time is not sad, for the spirit is renewed and communicates with those who have gone before and those who remain in the physical realm of the middle world. We remember our loved ones,But they remember us as well, visiting when needed or called upon ,axing us I n this life and standing by us in our transition to the next. Farewell dear Spencer as you take your journey of passing. Our love and blessings take with you to your rest. May you soon rejoin the dance of life. So mote it be

My deepest sympathy and condolences to Minda, Garrett, Justin and Madison. It breaks my heart to see you sad and distraught and I hope that the good memories you all enjoyed will ease your pain. In the meantime I will pray for your continued strength. Adam, Ivan, Lauren and myself will always remember Spencer's smile and sense of humor. He may no longer be among us but he will live on through all of you. God bless you all and may he Rest in Peace.

Sending our deepest heartfelt condolences to Mindy, Garrett and all the family.
Love from Carol, Lisa and Michael Block

I have known Spencer since he was born he was such a sweet and loving child .
I am happy to say that I was a part of his life . I had written Mindy in an email of some memories that I’ve had hopefully they can be shared with all. Rest in peace sweet Spense you are loved by so many . Love, Lee Lee

My family and I had the pleasure of being gifted the Wood family as our next door neighbors on the Gilmore block in West Hills, CA. I consider them our first neighbors and friends as it was my family’s first home. I was about 7 years old (now 34). Probably not more than a couple days after moving in, our door bell rings and there stood Garrett, Minda, Justin, Spencer, and Maddie, introducing themselves and welcoming us. I had no idea that that moment would, in the subsequent days, months, and years, evolve into a lifelong friendship and brotherhood. Us boys were inseparable. Always running in and out of each other’s homes, swimming, beach days, birthday parties, watching movies, and just being best friends. Spencer was there for all of it and thrived with us. As we got older, it was much of the same (though sprinkled with a healthy dose mischief). Late night drives in our trucks, beach days, gun range, and just being best friends. Our bond was thicker than water. Heck, my brother paid homage to that era with a tattoo on his shoulder forever memorializing the good ‘ole days, days I will never forget. I could go on and on with the memories I have of Spencer. I have a lot. Undoubtedly, there were highs and lows as is the case with everyone. I was there for Spencer’s best, and it was great. He was full of life, always there for us, and always willing to put his friend’s needs before his. He was athletic, strong-willed, and built to last. Unfortunately, life had other plans and today is the day we celebrate Spencer’s after his passing. I did not think we would be here. If anyone could weather life’s storms, it was Spencer. Lord knows he already had. Regardless of his physical presence, the memories I have will forever live on keeping his presence here with all of us. You are missed Spencies. I’m sorry I hadn’t spoken to you in some time. Love you, man. See you in the next life. RIP. -Steven Garcia

Living next door to the Garretts was always a happy daily adventure with my three sons playing with Justin and Spencer. Spencer had the bluest eyes and lovely freckles. You couldn’t stay angry at all the mischief they all got into as kids! He had a wonderful low laugh and was always happy to see us. That’s how we’ll remember him. Rest In Peace Dear Spencer. ❤️

Dear Mindy, Garrett and the Wood family,
It is truly with a heavy heart that I send these condolences. Even though David and I didn't get to know Spencer well, every time we did see him we couldn't help but feel drawn to his light-heartedness and humor. I feel very blessed to have spoken to him, even though it was for a short moment, just days before he left us. I hope that when you think of memories from these last 8 to 9 years, the memories from the Granada Hills home that you loved make you smile, laugh, and provide you with a sense of joy and peace. Spencer will be with us all, and especially with you, his family. Keep him close to your heart always. Blessings to Spencer and your family. All our love, Diana and David

No words I know can ease this tender time. Memories of Spencer...I met him so long ago...his young freckled face happy and enthusiastic...he was just becoming a teen. And over the years, our families were tied together with love, and often we faced difficult circumstances together...very very trying heart-wrenching circumstances...in which we could lean on eachother because we were experiencingthe like circumstances. And we carried secrets because people don't understand the world we were in. Much worry and pain because our children both inherited body chemistry that struggled to stay in harmony. Being born into such a body is not a choice, it is what God gave. Our families went through hope, joy, and disappointment. I want to say that you are such a loving family...and I have not been able to stop crying. It just isn't fair. I loved Spencer and my heart really breaks as I think about this loss...and I thank you for loving my daughter as your own for so many years...1/2 her life!! Words just aren't coming out right...but I am thinking of Spencer...he is free and smiling down at you...his spirit will always be close to you...Sending Blessings and prayers for healing hearts- love Gio ❤

I'm so very sorry, I just remember he was the most energetic, always smiling, laughing, having fun 110% boy. So so sorry

We loved and will always love our dear cousin Spencer. We are so happy that our girls Gemma, Tessa & Skylar got to spend so much time with their dear cousin Spencer, before we moved to Ohio. We have so many memories of when we all spent precious time with him, that we will forever cherish. We love you all!
Love,
Nina & Jonathan

I had the honor and privilege of knowing Spencer from Cri-Help. Him and I were only a day or two apart from entering the facility. We spent time having deep conversations, Wednesday night family meetings, and overall just knowing him for a year makes a person feel some type of way for another. He was funny, cared for others, smart, and when he entered a room you knew something good was going to come up. R.I.P. Spence