DARLENE “DOLLY” WOOD RACINE – Darlene “Dolly” Wood, 56, died at her residence on Monday, July 31, 2006 after a brave and valiant struggle with cancer. She was born in Racine on October 9, 1949, the daughter of Arthur C. and Martha A. (nee: O’Connor) Wood. Dolly worked as the picture framing market manager for Specialty Tapes for nearly 22 years. She enjoyed playing softball and bowling. Her greatest joy came from being with people. She always had a smile on her face and a song in her heart. Surviving are her mother, Martha Wood of Racine; her brother, Dennis (Diana) Wood of Rice Lake, WI; nieces and nephew, Michelle, Marcie, Jennifer and Peter; her “special care giving angels,” Colleen Gerou and Karen Tourville; her “best bud,” Tedi Bear Wood and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many dear friends. A memorial service celebrating Dolly’s life will be held in the funeral home on Saturday, August 5, 2006 at noon. Relatives and friends can meet with her family and closest friends on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Inurnment will take place in Graceland Cemetery on Monday, August 7, 2006. Memorials can be made to either the American Brain Tumor Association or the Oncology Alliance Research Dept. A special thanks to Dr. Michael Mullane and the entire staff of Oncology Alliance.
Erica says
My thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family.
Don Bean says
My greatest sympathies go out to Dolly’s family and friends. I feel blessed to have known Dolly for the last 2 years. Her strength and passion for life is something that touched so many. She will be sadly missed by all.
Laurie Tourville Smith says
Hello — I wanted to let you know how sorry I am to hear about Dolly. I met her many years ago when my sister Karen introduced me to her when she had lived in Racine. She was always so nice and such a warm person. She came to many family functions and always had a smile on her face. I am glad to hear my sister Karen was there to help your family through this difficult time. I wish I could attend the funeral but unfortunately I cannot.
God Bless your family and you are in my thoughts during this very difficult time.
Laurie Tourville -Smith
Marcie Englund says
Hi Dolly,
Well it has been over a year since you have gone. Not much has changed, your house has been sold, and hopefully you will have a grave marker soon. You were the glue that held this family together, now that you are gone, it is a mess. I talk to you often and hope you can hear me. Thinking of you daily…
Marcie
Marcie says
Happy Birthday! Wishing you and grandma a good day in heaven.
Love,
Marcie
Crystal says
Hey Doll,
As you know I think of you daily and miss all the fun we had. Life is not the same since you’ve gone. You’re laughter and sunshine touched many.
Behave up there and never forget as the tape turns.
michele lehmann says
Dolly – It’s been a year since Grandma came to you. It’s your turn(again) to be there for her. I did the best I could for her while she was here. I guess she just missed you too much. She wanted to be with you. I love and miss you both. (and Grandpa, too)
Love, Michele
MICHELE says
Hey, Dolly-
In 3 weeks it will be 3 years since you left us. It still seems so unreal. It just isn’t fair. It seems like the GOOD ones are always the first to be taken away too soon.I love you and think about you every day. Until we meet again………Lots of Love.