Agnes Lorraine Tennyson Wood
March 27, 1929 ~ August 20, 2013
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at 10:00AM in St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Morganza, MD with Father Keith Woods officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD .
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Monday, August 26, 2013 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM with prayers recited at 7:00PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.
A. Lorraine Tennyson Wood, 84 of Mechanicsville, MD died August 20, 2013 at Hospice House, Callaway, MD. Born March 27, 1929 in Clements, MD, she was the daughter of the late Ira Francis and Mary Alberta Guy Tennyson.
Lorraine is survived by her husband James Fred Wood whom she married on July 22, 1950 in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Morganza, MD, children; Jay (Jill) Wood, Geneva (John) Leon, Nettie Harding all of Mechanicsville, MD, and Ray (Janet) Wood of Annapolis, MD, brother, Jim Tom Tennyson of Mechanicsville, MD, Lorraine is also survived by 11 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her daughter; Connie (Geoff) Westbrook, of Bushwood, MD, grandson; Benjamin Raley, siblings; Pearl Duckett, Nettie Yates, Rip Tennyson, John Tennyson, Alberta Ferguson, and Beatrice Nelson. Mrs. Wood was a lifelong St. Mary’s county resident, she graduated from Margaret Brent High School in 1946, she was a homemaker. Lorraine was a Scout mom, and enjoyed playing the harmonica. She was a member of the St. Mary’s Two-Steppers, Country Docks Western Dancers, Chesapeake Country Cruizers, Bells of St. Mary’s, and St. Joseph’s choir. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 26, 2013 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM with prayers recited at 7:00PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at 10:00AM in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Morganza, MD with Father Keith Woods officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be; Adam Raley, Castle Raley, Jay Coombs, Ben Harding, Matt Wood, and John Leon, Jr.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad and/or Hospice House of St. Mary’s.
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“Freddie and Family we are sorry for your loss. It has been a long time since we have seen Lorraine but we know that she was a sweet lady. May God bless you and help you get through this time of sorrow.”
“To the Wood & Tennyson Families: You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Wayne and I are so sorry to hear of Ms. Wood’s passing. We always enjoyed her company whenever we saw her and Mr. Wood. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.”
“I offer my deepest condolences to the Wood family. Special thoughts and expressions go out to Geneva. I know that your Mom will be missed. You had a special bond with her. Just think of her as a beautiful rose in God’s bouquet. The pain and suffering is over!!! Be Blessed!!!”
“We are so sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of Mrs. Woods. Her smile will not be forgotten, neither will her caring nature. One blessing is that we know she was a true christian women and we will be reunited with her again when the Lord comes. This is not the end! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. God is the only one that can fill the void your hearts. Love you all!”
“Freddie and Family, My prayers and Thoughts are with you. May Our Loving Father give you strength to get through this difficult time. Just take it one day at a time. She will ALWAYS be in your hearts!”
“I am grateful to have known Lorraine. She was a very sweet woman with a wonderful family. She isn’t suffering anymore and my prayers go out to the family now. God Bless you all!”
“Freddie and family, please know we are praying for you and Lorraine. She is now happy with God and in no more pain. Always remember she is looking down on you and with you every step of the way. She left you with many memories which I know you will keep close to your heart.”
“To the wood family Lorraine was a dear lady and a sweet mom.May God Bless you all We loved her very much.”
“I am so sorry to see that Lorraine had passed. I know she has her wings now and will watch over everyone. Keep all the good memories close to your hearts. She was a very special lady. Please let me know if you need anything.”
” She is now surrounded and softly held in the arms of the angels and Our Father, no more pain, no more suffering. The Love and Light that she shared with us will be forever with those of us who were blessed to be a part of her life. Thank you, Dear Beautiful Lady. Namaste. “
“My heart goes out to all of Lorraine’s family. She was a wonderful, giving lady & will be missed by everyone who knew her. God needed someone to play the harmonica in the angel choir, so He called Lorraine “home”. “
“Fred and family, you all have been through a lot of pain and so had she. Now she has relief from her pain. I am sure that you all will suffer emotional pain for quite awhile, but, keep in your hearts that she will never leave your hearts. “
“Nettie Jo, Ernie, Geneva and family – I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Geneva & family~ Prayers for the peace of the Lord in your hearts and the love of your Mom in your souls as you mourn the loss of your dear Mom. “
“We have lost a true, great friend, words cannot express how special she was to us. Our prayers are with you Fred and your special family. May the Lord give you all strength during these difficult times. We are here for you if we can help in any way.”
“Geneva and family, I am so sorry for your loss. God needed another angel, he takes only the best. You all are in my prayers. “
“She is in heaven now. No more pain and no more suffering. God Bless you all. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. Stay strong and remember you will all be reunited in the house of The Lord. “
“Uncle Freddie and family, we want you to know we thought the world of Aunt Lorraine and we know how much all of you will miss her. She has definitely earned her wings. We will pray for all of you to get through the tough times ahead.”
“Freddie and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. One of the sweetest ladies on earth, Aunt Lorraine is with the angels today. “
“Freddie and family, we are sadden to hear of Lorraine’s death. But, she suffered here on earth and I bet the angels came and carried her home. She probably is teaching them how to play pitch! God Bless”
“Freddie, Jay, Geneva, Ernie & Nettie Jo – I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of baby sitting for all of you and cleaning house and doing the girls hair. I last visited with your mom at the nursing center when she was in there and we had a good visit. She was a good woman and a hard working one too. You are all in my prayers.”
“Heaven has another angel. Be strong and take care of each other as she always was the one taking care of you.”
“Jay, I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. The loss of a parent is so hard and I know you will miss her dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Jill and always remember the special times you shared with your mother.”
“Geneva, Jay and the Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.”
“You have all been very much in our prayers at St. Luke’s these past months and will continue to be in the days ahead. Blessings and peace.”
“My deepest sympathy to you all, whenever I saw Aunt Lorraine she always made me think of my mom Bea, that sweet smile and the warm heart she had. I know now that she is at peace and probably playing pitch with her sisters and brothers in heavan. So glad I got to see her on Monday. “
“Geneva and Family: We wish to offer our sincere condolences and prayers to you at this most difficult time. May God give you peace and comfort. Gene and Margarita Kelly”
“We are so sad to hear of Lorraine’s passing. She was one of the kindest people we have ever met and we are blessed to have had the chance to know her. Love, Jason &Chrissi Wozniak”
“Dear Geneva and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Geneva, you were so comforting and thoughtful to me during the loss of my mother, I appreciate that so much. I pray for that the memories of your mother will be a comfort to you and your family in the days, months and years ahead. God bless you, Marian “
“Fred, Geneva, Nettie,and Family: We are heartbroken at the fact that Mom has left this world. She was the sweetest woman we have ever known. She took us in just as if we were her own, and was always cheering us on. We can still remember her dressing up like Minnie Pearl for one of the CCC floats. May you have comfort knowing that she will always be healthy now, and that she will always watch over us all now. Love you all. Jason, Elizabeth, Kayse, and Ronnie Oglesby”
“Geneva and the Wood family. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all. God Bless you all. “
“Geneva, Nettie and family – We are deeply sorry for your loss. Aria and I were blessed to have met your mom who was always very warm and kind to us. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. “
“So very saddened to hear of her passing. She was an angel and she will continue watching over you all as she did here. She brought beautiful people into this world and you each will continue to share her light with the world. Sending warm hugs for the difficult time ahead and praying you find comfort in the love of each other and all of those who hold you close in their thoughts.”
“Geneva & Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. Just know she is in heaven with God with no pain and suffering watching over you every day. Our prayers are with all of you.”
“Freddie and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. She was a very special lady. “
“Geneva and family, We are so sorry to hear about your mom. We know how very close you were and know what a sweet lady she was. Hold tight to all of your memories and know she will always be watching over you. “
“Jay, Geneva and families, I am so sorry to hear of your moms passing. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless…”
“Geneva and Family! We were so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was always smiling and so thoughful. She made the best crab dip I ever ate and I always asked her to make it for parties (and she did everytime she could! I hope she went painlessly and peacefully to spend eternity in heaven. I will miss her smiling face everything I saw her. I am so sorry for your loss. My God bless you all.”
“I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Lorraine is smiling at you from heaven.”
“My prayers are with you and your family. Take Care and Be Strong. “
“Geneva, Jay and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom/Grandmas passing. My prayers will be with you during this very difficult time. Treasure all of the “beautiful” memories, which will help you through each day to come.”
“We are so sad to learn of the passing of this wonderful lady, Jim’s GodMother. She was a blessing to all who were fortunate enough to have known her. May God comfort you in the difficult days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“With thoughts of peace and courage for you. I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. Leo Buscaglia”
“Freddie & Family, you’ve been our neighbors all of my life and as a little girl I can remember going to visit you. Lorraine was always in the kitchen either cleaning or cooking. I loved her lil smile. Keep her memories close to your hearts. Hugs..”
“So sorry too hear of mrs woods passing i spent alot of time at the woods house when i was young helping cut tobacco and eating the good food she would cook:0) She will be really missed!!!”
“So sorry for your loss. At least now she is not suffering anymore and she is with Connie. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. “
“I’m so sorry for your lose she was a wonderful person and loved her family very much. She will be missed very much. If you need anything please call.”
“Mr. Wood, Geneva, Nettie, Jay, Ernie, Adam, Casey and families – I am so sorry to hear the sad news. Life brings tears, smiles and memories. . . tears dry, smiles fade, but memories live forever.. . In your memories may you all find comfort. May you all find love in your family and friends. In your hearts, may you all find the strength to help you through these trying times. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May she rest in peace until we meet again. Carole Wathen Presgrave”
“Freddie and Family: Sending my sympathy and prayers. Life brings tears, smiles, and wonderful memories. May the Lord comfort you during the days ahead.”
“Geneva and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I know she was a loving and wonderful person and will be missed tremendously. Continue to remember all those special, funny and sentimental moments you shared with her. She is inside heaven’s gates and she is continuing to love you all. My prayers are for the family for comfort and peace.”
“I was saddened to learn of Lorrain’s passing. Although I hadn’t seen her in many years, I will always treasure my memories of the 17 years or so that I enjoyed her acquaintance. She was always a kind and giving person who loved taking care of her family. I always liked talking with her and listening to her concerns which she seemed to appreciate. I imagine she is already taking care of God up in Heaven and the world is a lesser place in her absence.”
“Uncle Freddie and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this most difficult time.”
“Fred and Family., So sorry to hear about Lorraine. I always liked Lorraine as she was so much fun to be around. I remember the times when the family was being traced and put into book form, we had some good laughs. I will miss her and my condolences to you and yours, with many fine regards and prayers for her safe keeping for now she has joined the angels. Louis”
“Geneva and family love and prayers for the circle to be unbroken. “
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Lorraine has gone through alot and I know she is up in heaven with Connie looking down.May she rest in peace.”
“Freddie and Family: I was saddened to hear of Lorraine’s passing and am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you ALL. I wish Comfort, Peaceful Moments, Renewed Strength, Hope and my Deepest Sympathy to ALL of the Wood & Tennyson families. “God Bless” “
“To the Wood family, We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Lorraine will be truly missed.”
“Freddie and family: I am so sorry for your loss of Lorraine. She always had a beautiful smile. She is at peace now and will be in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Geneva, Nettie, and family, I know words cannot come close to making the pain go away, but just think the LORD choose Ms. Lorraine that day to come and be with him. Even though it has given you so much pain. It has given Ms. Lorraine so much happiness, no more pain or struggles and she is at peace. I hope the Lord gives you peace and strength to get through these painful days ahead. This is the time to remember all the joyful moments you shared with your Mother and know that she will never be gone from your memories or your heart. You are all in my prayers.”
“Uncle Freddie and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time, Aunt Lorraine will always be one of the nicest most genuine persons ever!”
“”To The Wood Family” May God Bless You All Remember That Death Leaves A Broken Heart That Will Last A Long Time But The Memories Will Last A Life Time May Lorraine Rest In Peace And God Be With You All.”
“Geneva, Nettie and the whole family and friends — I am soooo sorry for your loss. You know my prayers are with you all and I can tell from the outcry of support for you guys that she was very loved and absolutely a wonder person. My heart is with you all as you deal with the tough times ahead, but I know you have some incredible memories that will sustain you for a life time.”
“Nettie and Geneva – My thoughts and prayers are with you both and your families. I am sorry for your loss. “
“To the Wood family our thoughts and prayers are with you doing this diffcult time.”
“It was a pleasure getting to know mrs.wood. Such a sweet woman. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. “
“Freddie & Family Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this time.”
“Ganeva and family, will never forget all of the good times at Country Docks, your Mom and Dad were and always will be very special to me. Mrs Wood is now doing the 2 step up above. Will never forget her smile. Clarke”
“Nettie, Geneva and family – I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. “
“We are so sorry for your loss. Anything we can do please contact us. Allen & Carol”
“We regret not being able to see you in person but want you to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Wood was a special lady and always so kind to us whenever we saw her. May your wonderful memories help to comfort you now and your many family and friends console your heart too. “
“We just discovered the news of Lorraine’s passing and are very saddened by the loss. We shall always remember her smiling face and her positive attitude whenever we saw her at different events and at the ballgames that Freddie coached and Jay played. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.”