Mary L. Wood, 79, of Ludington, died Thursday, July 16, 2020, at home.  She was born June 5, 1941, in Gladwin, the daughter of William and Helen (Helms) Wood.

Mary graduated from Pontiac Central High School and then earned her Bachelor's Degree from Michigan State University in 1965.  She also received graduate degrees from Central Michigan University and the University of Maryland.

Mary taught school in the Peace Corps in Harar, Ethiopia from 1962-1964.

Mary enlisted in the US ARMY in 1966, and retired as a lieutenant colonel in 1987 after 20 years of service.

Mary is survived by her step-son, Gary; her brother, William R. Wood of Florida; her nephew, Timothy (Natalie) Wood; and 2 great-nephews, Conor and Ronan; her great-niece, Ava; her friend, Annie Murphy of Florida; and her friends, Pam, Dave, Josh and Jake Bader of Ludington.

Mary was married to William C. Glisson, Colonel, US Army retired, who preceded her in death August 14, 1999.  She was also preceded in death by her father, William Wood; and her mother, Helen McCall.

Mary will be laid to rest with her husband at Arlington National Cemetery.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com