Racine – Martha A. Wood, 84, passed away at All Saints Hospital on Sunday, September 30, 2007. She was born in Laona on September 21, 1923 to the late Joseph and Emma (nee: Fueher) O’Connor. Martha was a 1941 graduate of Park high school. On September 28, 1946 in St. Edward’s Catholic Church she was united in marriage to Arthur C. Wood, Jr. Martha will long be remembered for her “Irish Heart”. She was generous, giving, and always concerned for others. She was most always happy and had a great sense of humor. She enjoyed her role as a homemaker, taking care of her home and family, and working as the bookkeeper in her husband’s business. She also liked to play Bingo. Martha is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Dennis and Diana Wood of Sarona, Wisconsin; grandchildren, Michele Lehmann, and Marcie Englund both of Racine, Peter (Sylvia) Wood of San Antonio, Texas, and Jennifer Wood of Eau Claire; 6 great-grandchildren, Chelsea, Carl, Cassandra, Johnathan, Christy, and Ashley; sister, Evelyn Stika of Racine; as well as other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Arthur; her daughter, Dolly Wood; brothers, Leonard O’Connor, Victor O’Connor, and Lawrence O’Connor; and sisters, Viola Harris, and Eleanor Maier. Memorial services will be held in the funeral home on Friday, October 5, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Allen Bratkowski officiating, Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Internment will follow the service at Graceland Cemetery. Memorials to Wheaton Franciscan Hospice have been kindly suggested.
Marcie Englund says
Michele and I were there in your final moments and Dolly and Grandpa were there to hold your hand and bring you home. You are an angel now and can see things through a whole new light. I hope your wishes are carried out and you will rest in peace.
Your Granddaughter…Marcie
michele lehmann says
It was 2 months yesterday that you left us. I really miss seeing you everyday. We really had a lot of fun together. I really were able to get to know you better. I enjoyed the whole experience of being there for you. I hope the three of you are having a nice time. It has to be a blast with Dolly! She’s a blast to be around. I love and miss all three of you !!! Until I see you all again, you will be in my thoughts.
michele lehmann says
Merry Christmas Grandma !!!! It’s your first christmas in heaven. I hope you enjoy it ! I have to chuckle. I was thinking about last year when you came with me to mom”s house. You had so much fun….decorating your gingerbread house…stealing mashed potatoes and sweet potatoes off my plate…and spending time with your great grandchildren. You really had fun, and I was glad you came with me. Peter’s in town so the 3 of us will all be together this year. Now that you, Dolly, and Grandpa are together, It’s just the 3 of us. We think about you often, and miss you all so much !!!
michele lehmann says
Grandma – It’s been a whole year since you went to be with Dolly and Grandpa. I hope you had a wonderful first birthday in heaven. I know you’re happy now, I know you missed Dolly and Grandpa very much AND NOW THE THREE OF YOU ARE TOGETHER AGAIN. I miss and think of you everyday. Love you all – Michele