I'm thinking of you today, Terri. And remembering your Mom. I'm so glad I got to spend time with her in 2014 the day we had lunch at red lobster. She was so much fun to be with, so straight forward & intelligent. I will miss her. I'm really glad I got to know her over the years.

Dear Terri, 
 You and the rest of your family be comforted in this time of lost, hurt and confusion by our God Almighty. For sure, you tried your best to make sure she was cared for by bringing us all to take care of her. I enjoyed the few overnights I spent taking care of her, my first Wednesday night with her  was the hardest for me to find out that she didn't allow you to get some rest because she was constantly out of breath and she wanted you to be called every 5 minutes I said to her mama Maxine as I called her for the fact that I'm here with you that wasn't going to happen she didn't like it but she tried to respect that. After, we became friends she was comfortable with me to ask for prayers those several night at the facility. The second to my last morning with her she fired and thanked me for all I'd done for her including the prayers. So Terri, we'll miss our mama Maxine but for sure you'll miss her the most, may the Lord comfort n console you in Jesus Amen! Edna 

Terri, always remember I'm here  for you!  A Mother's love is something that no one can explain,  it is made of deep devotion, sacrifice and pain, it is endless, unselfish and enduring! Nothing can destroy it or take that love away.   May  God comfort you during your moment of sorrow.  
Vera & Valerie Thompson 
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I met Ms. Wood and Terri last July, I became the caregiver for Ms. Wood. It was a match made in heaven because she, Terri and I got along right away.  Ms. Wood told me that she did not talk a lot, but I could not tell, she started talking to me on the first day, as though we had know each other for ever.  Terri liked me also, so that made me extra special to Ms. Wood, she and her daughter had a new friend. Ms. Woods favorite meal that she wanted me to fix was breakfast. She wanted soft scrambled eggs with cheese, garlic and a slice of spam, she would put some jelly on the plate, and then squeeze lemon all over the eggs,( I thought yuck), but that's the way she liked them, and she always said mine were the best. Ms. Wood and I would watch movies, play cards. and we did puzzles. She enjoyed the outings that we did with Terri, after a doctor's appointment, whether it was shopping or a restaurant. Ms. Wood could also be a little salty with you, if you tried to make her do something that she did not want to do. She would roll her eyes and tell you how she felt about what you was asking her to do. Most of the time she would do it, if she was not being stubborn. I am going to miss her and the conversations that we had.  tThere will always be a special place in my heart for her.  

To Cousin Terri Wood,
Your mother, Maxine Wood enjoyed  being around her family and friends. She always welcomed us into her home for delicious food, fun and fellowship. We were blessed to have had her in our lives.  She will forever live in our hearts.
Love your cousins from Ohio,
Martha Jones
Jennifer Czuprynski 
Sherman McClendon
Lloyd McClendon
Ruth Royal

I am very sorry to hear of Aunt Maxine’s passing and wish to express my sincerest condolences.  I wish that we’d had an opportunity to spend more time together, but I know that we cherished one another even with great distance between us.  Seeing her pictures brings back fond memories of my Grandfather Lloyd.  They had a strong sibling resemblance.  Aunt Maxine was always so sweet and thoughtful.  I remember receiving Easter cards and Christmas cards from her every year.  She will be missed, but she now rests in the arms of the Lord.  

Sincerely,
Cousin Amber Johnson


 Terri,

I was very sad to hear about the passing of your Mom.  I have nothing but great memories as a child and adult with our family visits.  She always had a beautiful spirit,  a kind heart,  and was a  gracious host when we would visit.  Just a virtuous woman!  So we should celebrate the life of Maxine,  although it may seem difficult today to see beyond the sorrow.  But looking back on memories of her can be a blessing and help comfort us all tomorrow and the days to come.   I'm just excited that your Mom and Dad, my Mom and Dad are once again joined with our heavenly Father to rejoice and fellowship once again!



Cousin Anita

I KNEW MRS. WOOD THROUGH THOMAS,HER SON.SHE WAS VERY KIND AND FULL OF JOY.THOMAS WENT HOME TO BE WITH THE LORD 10 YEARS AGO.I WAS FORTUNATE ENOUGH TO HELP MOM WOOD ,WITH TERRI'S HELP,TO TAKE CARE OF SOME CHORES OR DUTIES FOR THE LAST FEW YEARS.THEY ALWAYS TREATED US SPECIAL WITH THEIR KINDNESS AND GIFTS.GOD HAS OPENED HIS DOOR FOR ANOTHER ANGEL TO COME BACK HOME.SLEEP PEACEFULLY,MOM WOOD.

Overcoming Life's Hardships
O Lord, we call upon You in our time of sorrow, that You give us the strength and will to bear our heavy burdens, until we can again feel the warmth and love of Your divine compassion. Be mindful of us and have mercy on us while we struggle to comprehend life's hardships.

Keep us ever in Your watch, till we can walk again with light hearts and renewed spirits.

- Author Unknown
From the Coles family.


My heart was filled with sorrow upon hearing about the passing of your Mother.  Losing someone we love is never easy, but knowing that we have been able to be a part of her life, we can realize that we are blessed to have been able to share in her life before she went to rest in eternal salvation.  May my condolences bring you consolation and peace during this painful time.

Love,
Lorene

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James Gooden

Elizabeth (Biggs) Gooden

Thomas Wood

Thomas Aldyn Wood, III

Terri L. Wood

Daryl Stevens

Lorene Gooden

Amber Johnson

Mayah Johnson

Florine Carpenter

John Carpenter

Mrs. Maxine G. Wood also leaves behind the primary McClendon family, which includes Martha Jones (McClendon), Sherman McClendon, Ruth Royal (McClendon) and Lloyd McClendon and their offspring's. As well as countless friends and neighbors.

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Maxine G. Wood

August 14, 1928 – May 13, 2018

Hines-Rinaldi Funeral Home

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