Saundra Moore Wood

Saundra Moore Wood passed away on July 28, 2025. A reception honoring her life will be held at 5 p.m. on Thursday, August 14th at Waco Memorial Funeral Home.

Saundra was born in Waco, Texas to Fred and Leona Moore. She married Joe Wood and raised their two children - Mike and Michelle - in Denver, Colorado. Saundra returned to Waco to be closer to her parents. She could often be found greeting customers at her family’s restaurant, The Red Barn, in Bosqueville, Texas. Saundra enjoyed folk art painting, visiting with her friends over lunch on Thursdays at Casa de Castillo, and spending time with her grandchildren. She held a soft spot for homeless dogs and cats and always had one or two as “roommates” at any given time.

Saundra was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Dolan Moore; and daughter, Michelle Wood Hodge. Surviving family members include her son Mike Wood and his wife Aimee, as well as her grandchildren - Michael Wood, Henry Wood, Kate Hodge, Peyton Hodge, and Mason Hodge.

The family would like to thank Van from Home Instead, The Delaney at Lake Waco, Odette Jaimes, Accent Care Hospice, The Brazos of Waco, and Dr. Patricia Wilcox for not only providing compassion and care for Saundra, but also for her dog (Lyla) and family members over the last seven years.

Donations in her honor can be made to the Waco Humane Society or charity of your choice.