Ellen Wood's obituary , Passed away on January 5, 2026 in Rockford, Michigan

Ellen Wood

July 12, 1942 - January 5, 2026 (83 years old)

Rockford, Michigan

Ellen Wood's obituary , Passed away on January 5, 2026 in Rockford, Michigan

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Ellen Wood

July 12, 1942 - January 5, 2026 (83 years old)

Rockford, Michigan

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Ellen Wood Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on January 5, 2026, at the age of 83, Ellen Wood of Rockford, Michigan, born in Chicago, Illinois passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ellen Wood to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Dr. Walter Vincent Raczynski and Helen Dziubak Raczynski of Chicago. She is survived by: her husband Michael J. Wood Sr.; her children, Ellie Guetschow (Jim) and Michael Wood (Rachelle); and her grandchildren, Kayleigh, Brandon Guetschow, Michael, Nathan, Madelynn and Alaina Wood. She is also survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, and friends.

Those wishing to donate in her memory, please consider the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park (https://www.meijergardens.org) and/or Alzheimer's Association.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Service



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St. Robert of Newminster Catholic Church
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