Glenn Earl Wood
Obituary
Glenn Earl Wood was born October 16, 1930 in Ada, OK to Sammie Dee & Beulah Mae (Berger) Wood and passed from this life peacefully surrounded by loving family on May 15, 2017 at the age of 86.
Glenn graduated from the University of Texas with a degree in petroleum engineering and served in the United States Air Force for 4 years at Lackland Air Force Base. Upon his honorable discharge Glenn worked at Home Stake Oil Company from 1964 to 1975 and then for Reading & Bates Corporation until his retirement. Glenn faithfully served as a deacon at Eastwood Baptist Church for over 40 years. He devoted his life to the Great Commission and serving God’s people at the church. He will be remembered for having a servant’s heart and faithfully serving his God.
Glenn was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 43 years, Lou Ella Wood; and his sister, Gloria Jean Brown. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Ann (Prather) Wood; his daughters, Cindy Bartz and husband Bob and Darla Stevens; his sister and brother-in-law, Estelle Lee & Ronald Dale Evans; his brother, Sammie Dee Wood, Jr.; his grandchildren, Bridgette Edwards and husband Ben, Brittany Dancer and husband David and Hunter Stevens; and his great grandchildren, Brayden, Brooklyn & Brynlee Edwards and Dirk Dancer.
Glenn will lie in state 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the Ninde Brookside Funeral Home. His Celebration of Life will be 11:00 a.m. Friday at Eastwood Baptist Church with a graveside committal 2:00 p.m. Friday at Memorial Park Cemetery.
The family suggests floral contributions or memorial contributions to Gideons International, 1660 E 71st St # 2H, Tulsa, OK 74136 be made in Glenn’s memory.
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Tributes & Memories
Darla and Family I am so sorry for your loss. Just know I am thinking of you and praying for peace and comfort. I can't begin to imagine that your dad is now touching the face of Jesus and now he is dancing on the streets of Gold having a reunion. Hugs to all of you at this time.
Tracey Fahnestock
Virginia, Cindy, Darla and Family: Glenn was such a wonderful Godly Man and I thought a lot of him. I am so sorry for your family's loss. Glenn always was such a gentleman and always had such kind words for everyone. He had a true servant heart. He will be missed by so many. My late husband Jack thought so much of Glenn. My prayers will be with your family during this difficult time. Praying Gods comfort and Peace for all of you. Gods Blessings, Sue Ann Coursey
Sue Coursey
We are extremely saddened by the loss of Glenn Wood, He was always such a joy, happy, smiling, joking. We really enjoyed him!!! Such a great man. Mrs Wood we are so very sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences from the whole office. Dr Wynn and staff.
The girls at Eastern Oklahoma Periodontics
Rejoicing with you at your sweet father's home going, and grieving too because he will be so dearly missed. Glenn was like a second father to me, softball coach for many years and just the most loving, happy and fun man! I love you all and know my prayers and sympathy are with you. Love, Angie
Angela Webster Bayford