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Eloise Wood Obituary
Eloise Rivenbark Wood, a devoted wife and loving mother, passed away on April 6, 2021 at the age of 89. She is survived by her husband of almost 70 years, Alton E. Wood, 2 sons, Mark and Greg, their wives, Denise and Georgia, her sister Marshalean (James) Blanton, two brothers, Jack (Lois) Rivenbark and Mickey (Tama) Rivenbark, special nieces and nephews, her church family at United Advent Christian Church, and friends too many to count. Eloise was the daughter of Eugene and Daisy B. Rivenbark of Pender County, both deceased. Also deceased are her brothers Rev. Warren G. (Mildred), Gene (Elizabeth), Alfred Lee (Margaret) and Harrison Rivenbark.
She is truly the pride of her family's lives and was a very devoted Christian wife and mother. She had inner and outer beauty and was a loving, selfless, giving, nurturing, generous, warm, and compassionate person who always chose to put her family and others first even to the end. Eloise never sought the spotlight but was always ready and willing to do whatever she could to serve others.
A service to remember Eloise and honor her life will be held at 3:00pm on Sunday, April 11, at United Advent Christian Church. The family will receive friends from 2pm until 2:45pm. In accordance with the family's wishes and for everyone's safety, COVID protocols are requested. In lieu of flowers, Eloise's wish was to honor her memory with memorials to United Advent Christian Church, 4912 S. College Rd., Wilmington, NC 28412.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
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Cory Gore
April 15, 2021
Mr Wood,
This is Cory Gore of Carolina Savings and Loan. I am truly sorry for your loss of the beautiful Eliose. The first day I met her, I resounded this a perfect name for stoic, family and Christian Wife and Mother. I am so sorry. I pray for you and your family.
My Best,
Cory Gore. God Bless All.
Lisa DuBose
April 15, 2021
I worked with Eloise for many years at Woodbury Insurance. Eloise was one of the sweetest persons I have ever known. My prayers are with her family.
Cynthia Smith
April 13, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Cindy Reed
April 11, 2021
Mrs, Eloise was one of the most caring and unselfish human beings I have ever had the pleasure to meet. She had the ability {talent/gift} to make everyone feel welcomed and special. My heart is saddened for your loss. Will keep you (especially Mr. Alton} in my prayers.
Connie Cafiso-Early
April 11, 2021
I worked with Eloise at Woodbury & Co. Until her retirement. I then became her insurance agent there until a couple of years ago. Eloise was the sweetest and kindest person I have ever shared this Earth with & She had a good sense of humor. My condolences to Eloise"s family for their loss. I am most of all very sorry for the people who never met Elosie & who missed out knowing her. She will be greatly missed.
Kenny & Pat Farrow
April 10, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Cindy Clifton
April 10, 2021
Keeping the family in our thoughts and prayers. Much love from the Clifton family (especially Patsy Clifton and Cindy Clifton).
Tom Davidson
April 9, 2021
She was a wonderful lady that led an exemplary life in every way. She had an influence on my life that was and is a blessing. Kitty joins me in sending our condolences to Woody and the entire family. Thank y’all for sharing her.
Sherry Dunn
April 8, 2021
Mrs. Eloise was such a kind person. She will be missed by her United Family.
Paula Wood
April 8, 2021
Aunt Eloise is the epitome of her family's loving description in her obituary. I've known her my entire life and (as I've told her many times), thinking of her always brings a smile to my heart.
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