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Where Heritage and Life are celebrated.

Michael William “Mike” Wood

August 8, 1961- November 30, 2020

Michael William Wood, 59, of Friendship, Maryland, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2020. He was born on August 8, 1961 at Providence Hospital in Washington, D.C. to John H. and Polly Keegan Wood. Mike grew up on the family farm and lived most of his life in the Friendship area, graduating from Southern High School, Harwood, MD, in 1979. He was employed by International Trucks for 20 years, and then had a 20-year career with Erie Insurance as a Heavy Equipment Appraiser. Besides his parents, he is survived by three children, Justin M. of Friendship, MD, Jason R. of Churchton, MD, and Jenna M. Wood of Annapolis, MD; brothers Steve (Michelle) Wood and Donnie (Kathy) Wood, all of Friendship, MD. Mike loved everything about the Chesapeake Bay, enjoying fishing, crabbing, and boating. It was a great solace to him.

A celebration of Mike’s life will be held at a later date. Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake, or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

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Visitation

Services

  • Graveside Service

Friday, December 4, 2020
1:00 PM

Friendship United Methodist Church Cemetery

22 W. Friendship Road
Friendship, MD 20758

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Interment

Friendship United Methodist Church Cemetery

22 W. Friendship Road
Friendship, MD 20758

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Contributions

Hospice of the Chesapeake

90 Ritchie Highway
Pasadena, MD 21122

410-987-2003

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Link:
https://www.hospicechesapeake.org/

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    Theresa Bottner
    1 Dec 2020
    1:57pm

    Sending condolences to the entire Wood family on this very sad occasion. Mike was always a hard worker, ready to help his friends or neighbors at a moment’s notice. Mike was someone who was loved by many. He will not be forgotten as he will remain in our hearts, our thoughts, and our prayers. Although he has passed to his forever home too soon, he is now resting peacefully. Theresa Bottner

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    Joe & Melina Armiger
    1 Dec 2020
    7:13pm

    Prayers and condolences to all his family. Mike was my boss at District International. I will always remember our conversations on the drive to and from work. He will be truly missed.

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    Deale
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    MD
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    Jeffrey Parks
    1 Dec 2020
    7:32pm

    My deepest sympathy and prayers to the family at this time.

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    Lothian
    State
    MD
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      Julie Windsor
      3 Dec 2020
      7:09pm

      Our sympathy to the entire Wood family during this difficult time. May God give comfort and peace during the days, weeks and months ahead.
      Donnie & Julie Windsor

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      Lothian
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    M.L. (Herb) Maney
    1 Dec 2020
    11:13pm

    I am very saddened by the loss of your loved one Mike Wood. Mike was a very knowledgeable truck man and a very hard worker ,dedicated to what he loved and did very well. As a co worker, he did his best to satisfy all aspects of the job and dealt with the public in a very honest and straightforward manner. As a friend, he was priceless, willing to go above and beyond on any interaction. Although we were miles apart, he always was treated as a neighbor and did the same in return. You will be missed and always in our hearts, my friend. Rest in Painless peace Mike in the home of Eternal Life ! Until we meet again ! Our condolences to the entire family . Herb Maney

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    Karthaus
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    Beth & Brian Versak
    2 Dec 2020
    8:58am

    So very sorry for your loss… thinking about all of you.

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    Owings
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    MD
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    Barbara Llewellyn
    2 Dec 2020
    10:46am

    Prayers and Condolences to his Family. I will always remember the good times we had together at District International trucks and
    the surprise visits and talks we had at the Erie branch. Rest in peace my friend. You will be missed.

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    College Park
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    Donald"Cecil" Raulin
    2 Dec 2020
    4:22pm

    Sorry to hear Mike has left us. Too soon in life. Always good to hear from Mike and speak of days past.

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    Edgewater
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    Terry & Debbie Whittington
    2 Dec 2020
    4:30pm

    Sending sympathy and prayers. Mike will be missed. Always enjoyed seeing him when he came to the boat. So sorry for your loss.

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    Deale
    State
    Maryland
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    Jeff Cross
    2 Dec 2020
    5:20pm

    So sorry to hear about this. Mike was a good friend and even better man. He will be missed. Condolences to the family.

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    Nathalie
    State
    VA
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    Rick Torres
    2 Dec 2020
    6:40pm

    Mike was one of those people who could get along with everyone. My memories of Mike are ones of shared laughter while we worked together at District International. My deepest sympathies and my prayers are with your family now and always.

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    Arnold
    State
    Maryland
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    Margie (momma) Applekamp
    2 Dec 2020
    8:33pm

    Justin my heart aches for your family. I remember the first time I met your dad was when he coached your soccer team. He stepped up to the task. Hugs to your family.

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    Churchton
    State
    MD
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    Peter A Piotrowski Erie Insurance Group
    3 Dec 2020
    10:30am

    My heartfelt condolences to the family of Mike Wood. Mike was a dedicated employee with the ERIE in his role as a Heavy Equipment Specialist, always had the customer’s best interest forefront on his mind. Mike will definitely be missed but always fondly remembered. God speed, rest in peace.

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    McKean
    State
    PA - Pennsylvania
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    Sheila Grigsby Brown
    4 Dec 2020
    12:39am

    Mike loved cruising around the bay by boat, car or motorcycle! We had fun in the summer and he loved his kids and parents deeply. As cousins we had fun playing “hide and go seek “ in the tobacco fields, playing monopoly on the cottage porch, crabbing and walking to Padgett’s store for penny candy. We took swimming lessons together at Chesapeake beach and it was a grand childhood together! I will miss him and send sincere sympathy to his loving family members. May we all remember his quick wit and sense of humor as I am sure he is in heaven smiling down on us.

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    Houston
    State
    Texas
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    Margie Stanek
    4 Dec 2020
    6:31am

    Rest in peace Mike. You will be sorely missed by all who knew you and always fondly remembered as a kind man, dedicated to his family and friends. I will miss our conversations when you would reach out to say hello and talk about the old days at District International. We had much in common. My heart breaks for John and Polly and the entire Wood family. My deepest sympathies to you all for I know how much you will miss him. Be comforted in the knowledge he no longer suffers and will be watching over his loved ones.

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    Churchton
    State
    Maryland
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    Dale Jamison
    4 Dec 2020
    5:46pm

    I had the pleasure to work with Mike for almost 20 years in the insurance industry. I was a Sr. Supervisor and had to deal directly with Mike on a regular basis. I found him to be professional and hard-working. We never had a disagreement and he always handled any requests in a timely manner. Mike was a very personable individual and talked often of his family. Having grown up on a farm like Mike we discussed farming and he often spoke of his dad and the farm. My sincere condolences to the entire family on your loss . I know Mike will be deeply missed.

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    Dale Jamison / Retired Erie Insurance
    State
    MD
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    William Tucker
    10 Dec 2020
    11:03am

    My sincere condolences to the entire family of Mike Wood. I first met Mike at an International Truck Dealership over 20 years ago. I and some others who worked for Erie Insurance Company were so impressed with Mike’s personality, expertise, and knowledge of trucks that we recommended him for a position with Erie, which he later accepted. Mike and I became not only coworkers but also personal friends. That friendship grew over the years and extended into our family lives. Mike’s sharp wit kept me laughing as we talked about farm life, hunting, fishing, and crabbing, in addition to heavy equipment. I was shocked and shaken by his passing. Memories linger. Mike will never be forgotten. Prayers and blessing to all of Mike’s family and friends.

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    Alton
    State
    VA
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    Valerie Adair
    12 Dec 2020
    8:30pm

    The deepest condolences to the Wood family from the Adair family. Mike was a great friend to our parents often pulling them and their 360 mower out of the carnivorous bushes and then keeping their problems a secret. He’s been an unbelievable friend to our sister. Making her laugh and get moving with his dry sarcastic wit. He left this mortal world far too soon.

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Sort Comments

    Theresa Bottner
    1 Dec 2020
    1:57pm

    Sending condolences to the entire Wood family on this very sad occasion. Mike was always a hard worker, ready to help his friends or neighbors at a moment’s notice. Mike was someone who was loved by many. He will not be forgotten as he will remain in our hearts, our thoughts, and our prayers. Although he has passed to his forever home too soon, he is now resting peacefully. Theresa Bottner

    save
    City
    Lothian
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Joe & Melina Armiger
    1 Dec 2020
    7:13pm

    Prayers and condolences to all his family. Mike was my boss at District International. I will always remember our conversations on the drive to and from work. He will be truly missed.

    save
    City
    Deale
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Jeffrey Parks
    1 Dec 2020
    7:32pm

    My deepest sympathy and prayers to the family at this time.

    save
    City
    Lothian
    State
    MD
    Reply
      Julie Windsor
      3 Dec 2020
      7:09pm

      Our sympathy to the entire Wood family during this difficult time. May God give comfort and peace during the days, weeks and months ahead.
      Donnie & Julie Windsor

      save
      City
      Lothian
      State
      MD
      Reply
    M.L. (Herb) Maney
    1 Dec 2020
    11:13pm

    I am very saddened by the loss of your loved one Mike Wood. Mike was a very knowledgeable truck man and a very hard worker ,dedicated to what he loved and did very well. As a co worker, he did his best to satisfy all aspects of the job and dealt with the public in a very honest and straightforward manner. As a friend, he was priceless, willing to go above and beyond on any interaction. Although we were miles apart, he always was treated as a neighbor and did the same in return. You will be missed and always in our hearts, my friend. Rest in Painless peace Mike in the home of Eternal Life ! Until we meet again ! Our condolences to the entire family . Herb Maney

    save
    City
    Karthaus
    State
    Pennsylvania
    Reply
    Beth & Brian Versak
    2 Dec 2020
    8:58am

    So very sorry for your loss… thinking about all of you.

    save
    City
    Owings
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Barbara Llewellyn
    2 Dec 2020
    10:46am

    Prayers and Condolences to his Family. I will always remember the good times we had together at District International trucks and
    the surprise visits and talks we had at the Erie branch. Rest in peace my friend. You will be missed.

    save
    City
    College Park
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Donald"Cecil" Raulin
    2 Dec 2020
    4:22pm

    Sorry to hear Mike has left us. Too soon in life. Always good to hear from Mike and speak of days past.

    save
    City
    Edgewater
    State
    Md
    Reply
    Terry & Debbie Whittington
    2 Dec 2020
    4:30pm

    Sending sympathy and prayers. Mike will be missed. Always enjoyed seeing him when he came to the boat. So sorry for your loss.

    save
    City
    Deale
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Jeff Cross
    2 Dec 2020
    5:20pm

    So sorry to hear about this. Mike was a good friend and even better man. He will be missed. Condolences to the family.

    save
    City
    Nathalie
    State
    VA
    Reply
    Rick Torres
    2 Dec 2020
    6:40pm

    Mike was one of those people who could get along with everyone. My memories of Mike are ones of shared laughter while we worked together at District International. My deepest sympathies and my prayers are with your family now and always.

    save
    City
    Arnold
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Margie (momma) Applekamp
    2 Dec 2020
    8:33pm

    Justin my heart aches for your family. I remember the first time I met your dad was when he coached your soccer team. He stepped up to the task. Hugs to your family.

    save
    City
    Churchton
    State
    MD
    Reply
    Peter A Piotrowski Erie Insurance Group
    3 Dec 2020
    10:30am

    My heartfelt condolences to the family of Mike Wood. Mike was a dedicated employee with the ERIE in his role as a Heavy Equipment Specialist, always had the customer’s best interest forefront on his mind. Mike will definitely be missed but always fondly remembered. God speed, rest in peace.

    save
    City
    McKean
    State
    PA - Pennsylvania
    Reply
    Sheila Grigsby Brown
    4 Dec 2020
    12:39am

    Mike loved cruising around the bay by boat, car or motorcycle! We had fun in the summer and he loved his kids and parents deeply. As cousins we had fun playing “hide and go seek “ in the tobacco fields, playing monopoly on the cottage porch, crabbing and walking to Padgett’s store for penny candy. We took swimming lessons together at Chesapeake beach and it was a grand childhood together! I will miss him and send sincere sympathy to his loving family members. May we all remember his quick wit and sense of humor as I am sure he is in heaven smiling down on us.

    save
    City
    Houston
    State
    Texas
    Reply
    Margie Stanek
    4 Dec 2020
    6:31am

    Rest in peace Mike. You will be sorely missed by all who knew you and always fondly remembered as a kind man, dedicated to his family and friends. I will miss our conversations when you would reach out to say hello and talk about the old days at District International. We had much in common. My heart breaks for John and Polly and the entire Wood family. My deepest sympathies to you all for I know how much you will miss him. Be comforted in the knowledge he no longer suffers and will be watching over his loved ones.

    save
    City
    Churchton
    State
    Maryland
    Reply
    Dale Jamison
    4 Dec 2020
    5:46pm

    I had the pleasure to work with Mike for almost 20 years in the insurance industry. I was a Sr. Supervisor and had to deal directly with Mike on a regular basis. I found him to be professional and hard-working. We never had a disagreement and he always handled any requests in a timely manner. Mike was a very personable individual and talked often of his family. Having grown up on a farm like Mike we discussed farming and he often spoke of his dad and the farm. My sincere condolences to the entire family on your loss . I know Mike will be deeply missed.

    save
    City
    Dale Jamison / Retired Erie Insurance
    State
    MD
    Reply
    William Tucker
    10 Dec 2020
    11:03am

    My sincere condolences to the entire family of Mike Wood. I first met Mike at an International Truck Dealership over 20 years ago. I and some others who worked for Erie Insurance Company were so impressed with Mike’s personality, expertise, and knowledge of trucks that we recommended him for a position with Erie, which he later accepted. Mike and I became not only coworkers but also personal friends. That friendship grew over the years and extended into our family lives. Mike’s sharp wit kept me laughing as we talked about farm life, hunting, fishing, and crabbing, in addition to heavy equipment. I was shocked and shaken by his passing. Memories linger. Mike will never be forgotten. Prayers and blessing to all of Mike’s family and friends.

    save
    City
    Alton
    State
    VA
    Reply
    Valerie Adair
    12 Dec 2020
    8:30pm

    The deepest condolences to the Wood family from the Adair family. Mike was a great friend to our parents often pulling them and their 360 mower out of the carnivorous bushes and then keeping their problems a secret. He’s been an unbelievable friend to our sister. Making her laugh and get moving with his dry sarcastic wit. He left this mortal world far too soon.

    save
    City
    Portsmouth
    State
    Virginia
    Reply

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