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By DEBORAH FLINCHUM
Rappahannock News Special Writer
Friends and relatives of Miss Mary Wood gathered at the Washington Baptist Church Sunday to participate in a special surprise service in her honor.
Rev. Earl Jarrell, interim pastor, thanked her for the endless help and dedication that she has given the church since she became a member at 13 years of age.
Miss Wood’s lifelong friend, Mary Gardner Edmonds, shared a time when Miss Wood hosted 24 European exchange teachers for a summer. “She had the first bed and breakfast in the county,” Mrs. Edmonds mused. “She also provided the first shuttle system. She has built for herself a tall ship. . .clear sailing Mary Miller.”
Lucia Kilby realized that Miss Wood has seen many changes in the educational system. She started teaching in a one-room school and when she retired she was teaching in a 30classroom consolidated school. “She gave more than she received,” said Mrs. Kilby, “.. .quietly, she acted.”
Natalie Butler, a former student, remembered that as a teacher Miss Wood demanded respect and attention. Natalie thanked Miss Wood for helping to mold two generations of her family.
“Call Mary Miller. . .” said Deacon Tommy Williams. “Whenever help is needed or there’s a church problem Miss Wood never complains |ind always volunteers her services.”
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