Lucy Elizabeth Wood
July 5, 1925 ~ March 2, 2012
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at 11:00 AM in St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Ridge, MD with Fr. Lee Fangmeyer officiating. Interment will be follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Ridge, MD.
Lucy Elizabeth Wood, 86, of Ridge MD, died on March 2, 2012 at her home. Born on July 5, 1925 in Sclotland, MD., she was the daughter of the late Sadie E. “Ridgell” and Charles I. Norris. She was the loving wife of the late Thomas Matthew-“Pee Wee” Wood, whom she married on June 20, 1945 in St. Michaels Catholic Church in Ridge, MD, he preceded her in death on December 26, 1996. Mrs. Wood is survived by her children; Linda Cullison (Butch), Robbie Wood (Darlene), Jimmy Wood (Patty) of Ridge, MD., Joanne Carroll (Charles) of Myrtle Beach, SC., and 9 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. She is also survived by sister Mary Weasenforth of Ridge, MD. Mrs. Wood is preceded in death by her daughter Lori Ann Wood, siblings; James (Shorty) Norris, Margaret Lumpkins, Charles Norris, Gregory Norris, and Joseph (Jonesy) Norris. Lucy graduated from St. Michaels High School and was a housewife. She was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, and was a member of the Ladies Lion Club. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 in St. Michael Catholic Church, Ridge, MD from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at 11:00 AM in St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Ridge, MD., with Fr. Lee Fangmeyer officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be; Tommy Cullison, Roy Norris, Buddy Buckler, Charles Weasenforth, Earl Lumpkins, and Joe (Herbie) McKay. Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD. 20650, Ridge Vol. Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 456, Ridge, MD., 20680, Ridge Vol. fire Department, P.O. Box 520 Ridge, MD 20680 and/or St. Michael’s School, 16567 Point Lookout Road, Ridge, MD 20680. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A, Leonardtown, MD.
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“Thoughts and prayers to all of the family through this difficult time … it’s only been 6 months I was in your shoes too. She is with Lori Ann and Pee Wee now and for as much as all of you remaining here will miss her, I’m sure they are happy to have her back with them. Although you’ve lost her physically, you have gained another guardian angel. RIP Miss Lucy. “
“Our hearts and prayers go out to everyone. Aunt Lucy will be greatly missed. I’m sure she’s enjoying her time with Uncle Peewee and other loved ones in heaven.”
“My Loving Friend,, This Beautiful Earth is missing a Special woman,, You will be missed forever. To the Family & Friends.. It was an Honor to get to spend the last days with her.. Memories are forever.Love You Later”
“Patty and Family, Please know that I am thinking about you and praying for you. Even though I never met her, I feel like I knew Miss Lucy from the lovely stories you told me. She reminded me so much of my Mom. Maybe they will meet in heaven and share some time picking crabs. I know you have many happy memories to carry you through this sad time. Please know that your friends at Cedar Lane are here for you.”
“To Lucys family – she was a genuine ray of sunshine, all smiles and warmth. She will always remain that way in your heart. Thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Wood family, Ann and I offer our condolences. Ms. Lucy and her wonderful smile will be missed. She not with PeeWee.”
“My sincere sympathy to all the family. May Mrs. Wood rest in peace with all her loved ones who were waiting for her. May God Bless You………”
“I am sorry for the family’s loss of such a great lady!! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!!! “
“We were so saddened to hear of the loss of Lucy. She was just a really fine lady and will leave a void that will be hard to fill. But, with the wonderful memories she has left that void will be running over. So sorry we can’t be at Lucy’s services. We will light a candle at church down here in Florida and offer our Mass for her.”
“To Cousin Lucy’s Family-This Lady leaves us with a great lesson on living. She lived for her family and others. No one upon meeting her ever felt like a stranger as they walked away. Those who were close to her always heard or seen from her. She never let time or life in general stop her from keeping in touch and always with a cheerful smile. Her family are so blessed to have had her. God love all who knew her and hold our hearts in his hands as we say good bye to this Lovely Lady.”
“We are so sorry for your loss of this special lady in your life. She will be missed by so many. She always had a smile. Just remember, she may be lost to you on earth but you know she will be with you everyday in spirit. What a pitch game they will have up there. RIP Lucy!”
“Linda I am so sorry for your loss I know it is a great one. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family. I stiil remember our trips to Dover what great times we had with her.She will be greatly missed.”
“To the Wood Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Joanne and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you all in our prayers.”
“we are so sorry you have lost your loved one. she will be missed by all. our heart and prayers go out to you all.we will miss her”
“Our prayers continue to be with the family as they celebrate Lucy’s life. What a legacy she leaves! We will miss our trips, laughs and out pitch matches. To the family she leaves behind, I know you are strenghtened by the memories you have and the closeness you share as a family. We are only a phone call away. Love you all!”
“My thoughts and prayers are with all of Lucy’s family. She was a great lady and such a caring friend to my mom. May Lucy rest in eternal peace. “
“May all the precious memories of a kind, gentle, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother help you thru this time of sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.”
“TO ALL LUCYS FAMILY PRAYERS AND HUGS TO ALL…I CANT RECALL EVER SEEING LUCY THAT SHE DIDNT HAVE A BIG SMILE ON HER FACE. FOND MEMORIES OF HER AND PEE WEE VISITS TO MY PARENTS..LUCY WAS A TURE EXAMPLE TO ALL OF KINDNESS,GOODNESS AND A TRUE GENTLE LADY. MAY HER SPIRIT REMAIN WITH US FOREVER! JEAN”
“Deepest sympathy to all of you. Aunt Lucy was one special lady. She will remain in our hearts and memories.”
“To the Wood Family….Words cannot express how sorry we are. Lucy fought a long battle but wanted to join PeeWee and other family and friends. Remember the wonderful memories you have of her will never be gone. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.”
“Lucy was a lady it was please to be around. Of course she will be missed by the family but Lucy a long with Peewee will be missed by others. God Bless you all.”
“Jimmy & Patty and The Wood Family, I will always remember your mother’s beautiful smile. Your memories of her will live with you forever. I will be thinking of you, sending you my prayers and thoughts during this time. Every Christmas, I will remember her with such joy in my heart when I’m baking my cookies as she truly loved to receive them each year. May God Bless you all.”
“Linda and family my prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time. Keep your Mother’s beautiful memories close to your heart. Your Mother is in heaven now with all God’s angel’s. Hold tight to all your memories and remember she is watching over you all. God bless. “
“Linda, my condolences to you and your family. May the memories of your Mother help you find happiness in the days ahead. You will always have peace in knowing that you were her best friend as well as her daughter.”
“To Robbie and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Through all of your stories, you gave a glimpse of a wonderful, feisty woman. And she will remain in your hearts forever with much love and fond memories. “
“Linda, Joanne and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I know how bad you all must be feeling now. Just know that she is now in a better place. Where there is no sickness or pain.”
“Robby, Linda and the entire Wood family – Our hearts and prayers go out to everyone.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She was a true treasure. RIP Lucy.”
“To Lucy’s Family, Lucy was a very special person that we all will miss.We had such a good time in the shop when she came in,laughing and talking and even learned a bit about quilting.I hope she finished them for you.She has got to be happy now being with her family there and also her card playing friends. She and mom can breathe better now.”
“”Country Lady” an example of how to live and love. This world was a better place for having her in it. Her family is a tremendous legacy to this gracious lady. May you all be comforted by Our Blessed Lady as she wraps you in her tender care. Thanks for the memories. “
“Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. The love & joy she provided here on earth will never be forgotten. She was a treasure to all that love her.”
“To the whole Wood Family. My heart goes to all of you at this time.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.I am so sorry for your loss,She will be missed.”
“Jimmy, Robbie and the Wood Family, my deepest condolences on you loss. She is now your guardian angel, always with you in your hearts. May God Bless you all.”
“Robbie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all! Please let me know if you need anything.”
“To Lucy’s family – We know your grief is heavy, and life in general seems to have stopped. You were so blessed to have had such a strong and loving person in your life and by your side. Words never seem to come easy at a time like this, but we hope this poem will bring you strength in the coming days. We send our condolences and love to all of you. I’m no longer by your side, but there’s no need to weep; I’ve left sweet recollections I’m hoping you will keep. Eternal joy and memories stay in our hearts forever, Strengthening our special bond that parting cannot sever. Now it’s time to journey on–so let your faith be strong, For I am in a better place…I’m home where I belong. And if times of loneliness bring sorrow and dismay, Don’t despair, for I am there…just a memory away”
“My thoughts and prayers are with the Wood family in this difficult time. Ms Lucy was a wonderful lady. “
“We are so sorry. Our hearts and prayers go out to everyone. Another special angel is in heaven.”
“Mom,all I can say, is what a beautiful day, and that I will miss you and me sitting down with our little chit chats, may you rest in peace .”
“Linda & family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these sorrowful times. May it bring you comfort to know that she is at peace now and watching over you from above. Our prayers are with you. CA & Betty Goddard”
“Linda, Robbie, Joanne & Jimmy, Words cannot express my deep regret on the loss of Lucy. I will miss her alot. She always had a smile and something special to say. My biggest regret is that I am not there to be with you during this sad time. I am in Neveda taking care of Lydia’s parents. Know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless and give you the strength to get through this hard time. “
“We here at Malcolm Grow Medical Clinic Facility Management are truly saddened by your loss of your loved one. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the entire family and friends of Lucy Elizabeth Wood. “
“My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Lucy was a very sweet lady.”
“Linda and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. It is always difficult to lose a loved one, but we keep them alive in our memories and heart.”
“Linda, Butch and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Your Mom will be your guardian angel and will always be there for you. Take care.”
“Linda, So sorry to hear about your Mom. Take care, God Bless.”
“Linda, Robbie and the Wood Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. “
“My deepest sympathy to Linda and family. I know how dear she was to you. I will keep you in my prayers and hope your memories of her will sustain you at this difficult time.”
“Linda, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I know you will hold on to the many good memories of your great times together. My thoughts are with you. “
“To the family: May you find comfort in your memories and may God comfort and guide you through this difficult time. My heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayer.”
“Robbie & family, may the LORD be with you as you deal with the greif. Your mom was a very sweet lady. God bless you all, we are prayering for all of you.”
“Linda, Robbie and family, Sorry for the passing of your Mom. I remember her from the K.C. dances and thru the years. You all are remembered in my prayers.”
“So sorry for your loss. We will have the family in our prayers”
“Linda, I am so sorry to hear about your mom…it’s only been 10 months ago since I lost my mom. Things are never quite the same but remember what we always said, we have no regrets only joy from our mothers love!”
“Robbie, and Lucy Wood family – Did not know your mom had passed and am so sorry for your loss. The few times I saw her (between teaching Lori Ann in 2nd grade, selling AVON and at Butch’s funeral) she always had a sweet friendly smile on her face. I actually was looking for my Aunt Grace Ridgell’s obituary. May all of you be comforted by your mother’s everlasting love. “
“Linda: thinking of you and your family. Memories of your mother will be with you forever. Take care”
“Robbie and Darlene My prayers and thougths are with you during this time of sorrow. Robbie your mother was a very special lady and she will be missed but not forgotten you and your family have all your memories of her and they will live in your hearts forever.”
“Linda and family: As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. Know that our Almighty Heavenly Father holds out the hope of the resurrection and the ability to see our loved ones again. Love and prayers to all of you.”
“Thinking of you during this difficult time.”
“TO THE WOOD FAMILY: My sincere condolence to the family on the loss of your Mother. She was always such a happy and cheerful person. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. Sincerely, Jimmy Wood, Washington D.C.”
“To the Wood family – we are so sorry for your loss and will remember your Mom in our prayers. “
“Hey Beautiful, I guess our slumber parties have come to an end but my memories and fun times never will! You are truly the strongest women I have ever known! You are my role model and I can only hope that I am half the women you were when I grow up!! I know we will meet again one day and that you are in good hands now with Pop and Lori-Ann! You keep smiling and singing because that is what will get us thru missing you so very much! You were our inspiration and we will not let you down! We will make you proud! I love you with all of my heart! Re”
“Mom, words cannot describe the emptiness I feel in my heart as it was always you and me everyday of my life. You were my Mom, my confidant, and best friend. In these last few months of your life, your decision about living made me admire you even more and you became my hero. I will never eat another chicken wing that I won’t think about you and yes, you did get the last laugh on me. I will always love and never forget you as a remarkable woman who I call “Mom”. Love you always, Lin”
“Robbie and the entire Wood Family, you have my deepest sympathy. Your entire family is in my Prayers.”
“So very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with the family at this time. May Gods peace and love surround you.”
“To the entire Wood Family: Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss. My heart is truly saddened by Ms. Lucy’s passing. She was a wonderful and kind lady. My prayer for all of you is; “May God’s Grace console you. May your wonderful memories comfort you. May knowing what a joy all of you were to her, bring you peace. May the love of your family and friends, bring you strength. And may Ms. Lucy rest in the Arms of Angels”. I will keep you all in my heart and prayers during this difficult time. May God bless you.”
“Robbie, Linda and family we are so sorry for your loss. our thoughts and prayers are with you. “
“Carrie and Family. Deepest Sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your Grandma. Will keep her and you in my prayers.”
“Robbie, Although I never had the pleasure of knowing your Mom I wanted to offer my deepest condolences to you and your family on your loss. May she rest in peace wrapped in the arms of the Lord. “
“Linda, JoAnn, Robbie & family, Saying a prayer for you today.. My condolences to all of you.”
“Rest in Peace Aunt Lucy. You will forever be missed. I will always remember you smiling & laughing & always having a good time. I’m sure Heaven has an awesome pitch game going on right now 🙂 Watch over us!”
“My prayers are with you all. May God’s love and blessings give you comfort. May eternal rest be granted to Mrs. Wood. “
“Thoughts and prayers to all of the family through this difficult time. “
“Robbie: Our Condolences on your loss. John and Rose-Marie Whitam, Minneapolis, MN”
“Robbie, Darlene and family, we understand what you are going through as my family just went through the same thing with my mother’s passing. Words cannot express the emotions that we have to endure to get us over the next phase of them not being in our lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Sorry to hear about Lucy death she was a great lady Sandy just told me. Will keep you in my prayers”
“Say hi to Lori Ann for me Mrs. Wood. Going to miss you”