She attended Milton High School in PA. Subsequently, she graduated from Gettysburg
College and while there joined Chi Omega Sorority. Following graduation, she moved to
Washington where she worked for the CIA. Shortly thereafter, she resigned her position and
married Doctor Lawrence Wood.
Since 1951, she has continuously lived in Chevy Chase. She was Treasurer of the Washington
Area Chi Omega Alumnae Chapter for 25 years. She served on the parent/teacher boards for
her children’s schools and she was involved with the American Field Service at their high
school. Several years, she was an election judge at the neighborhood precinct polling place.
Her church activities included being co-leader of her circle and regular participation in the
hosting of the fellowship hour after services. She was President of the Suburban Woman’s Club
and when it disbanded, she joined The Woman’s Club of Chevy Chase. Margie was an avid
bridge player and greatly enjoyed spending time with her family and yearly travel to New
Hampshire.
She is survived by her son, Bob (Cheryl) Wood of Chevy Chase; daughter, Peggy Wardell of
Kensington; grandson, Steve (Kelly) Wardell of Arlington and twin great-grandsons, Christopher
and Daniel.
A memorial service for Margaret is scheduled for Friday, May 6th, 2022 at 11 AM at Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church (1 Chevy Chase Cir, Washington, DC 20015.)
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Salvation
Army of Milton, 30 Center St., Milton, PA 17847 or Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church, PO Box
42043; Washington, DC 20015.
