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Marilyn Rose Martinez Tulley Wood

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Marilyn Wood Obituary

Marilyn Rose Martinez Tulley Wood 1933 - 2010 Born Dec. 3, 1933, Oakland, CA at the age of zero. Attended Edison Elementary, Westlake Jr., graduated from Oakland High, 1951. For 27 years she ran the fan club for the Tubes. Her father, Don Ramon Martinez, was a boxer. He won the Golden Gloves twice in the 40's. Also, the East Bay's first spanish speaking D.J., and had his own radio shows on many stations, KRE, KLX, KROW, featuring Latino music. Also credited with starting Cinco de Mayo celebrations in the East Bay. Son Paul Wood, recorded 3 albums with Blues Great John Lee Hooker, and toured the world, 2002. He was awarded "Outstanding Achievement in the Performing Arts", keys to the city by Jerry Brown. Marilyn passed away peacefully at the Monclair Home, October 25th. Survived by her loved ones, son Paul Sr., grandchildren Paul, Ryan, Christopher, daughter Joy, grandchildren Karl, Kraig, Katelyn Rose, great grandson Gabriel, and countless friends and forever loved. Memorial, Sunday, Nov. 21st, at Montclair Presbyterian, 5701 Thornhill Dr., Montclair, CA, 3pm.

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Published by Inside Bay Area on Nov. 18, 2010.

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Lenny Wood

August 24, 2022

She called me Lenny 'East Coast Wood' and allowed me to get close to my favorite band. She pushed Fee -literally- to talk with me backstage at Radio City on the Love Bomb tour. So many great memories. RIP dear lady.

Joe Paulino

December 11, 2011

Marilyn and I met over the phone in the late 70's. I called a number in the phone book that simply said The Tubes. I just wanted to say "Hi". We hit it off and that was that. I loved her humor, her big heart, and the fact that we could always pick up our conversations wherever we left them, even though many months would pass. We could talk about The Tubes, her family, and the mysteries of life for hours. Her devotion to The Tubes and its members was pure and unconditional. Every band should have a Marilyn Wood in its corner. She was totally a one-of-a-kind, and she is missed. I wish her family all the best. (My that Paul certainly can play them Blues.) Adios, Marilyn. I loved to hear you laugh.

December 27, 2010

Marilyn, you are the best, we talked so many times and had a connection for over 20 yrs. You don't know how much I'll miss you as we made friends through the Tubes. I'm so sorry I just found out now, my heart felt condolences to Paul and all of your family, you fought hard. God Bless you, Ray Makin

Michael Smith

November 22, 2010

Marilyn Wood will be missed. Much love and sympathy to the Wood family. She was a loving mother, friend and great music fan. Best, Mike and Lynda Smith

Nikki & Pat Lee

November 20, 2010

Montclair nor the Tubes will never be the same.

Sharon Elaine Porter

November 20, 2010

Your love will burn forever bright in the hearts of those who know and love you, beautiful Marilyn. Thank you for being... Stay Tubular, and hug Vinnie for us.

Jiro Tulley

November 19, 2010

You will be missed.
Love

Jiro Tulley

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