Michael "Mike" Gene Wood, 71, passed away December 19, 2020. He was born January 27, 1949 in Tulsa, OK to David and Mae Wood of Mustang, Oklahoma.
While serving in the Navy, Mike married Ramona Shellhammer on June 4, 1971 in Tulsa, OK. They moved to Memphis, Tennessee while Mike finished his service. After his military service, Mike's employment varied until he joined what is now BNSF Railway. Mike worked for the company for over 30 years, until his retirement in 2006.
After retirement, Mike and Ramona moved to Grand Lake of the Cherokees, Oklahoma. There he enjoyed serving in several ministries, such as establishing a free clinic and as pastor for Strang Baptist Church. Above all, Mike was passionate about studying Scripture, teaching God's Word, and spending time with his family and friends.
Mike is survived by his daughter Holly Bowman and husband Scott of Coweta, OK; son Jeffrey Wood and wife Quinlan of Allen, TX; sister Patti Fultz; brother David Wood; sister Betty Wood-Olson; 7 grandkids Michael, Keron, Colter, Willa, Maggie, Wilder, and Finley; and many other family and friends. He is preceded in death by his wife Ramona Kay Wood and his parents David and Mae Wood.
A graveside service will be held 1 pm, Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at Memorial Park Cemetery, Tulsa.