Mae Wood

August 6, 1921 - April 19, 2017

Mae Patterson Wood, 95 went into the presence of the Lord on April 19, 2017. She will be dearly missed by her daughter Karen Wood Williams, son in law Ross Williams, cherished grandsons Shane and Chad Williams, younger sister Tabitha Patterson Brower, and numerous family and friends. Born August 6, 1921, Mae was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 56 years, Julian Belton (JB) Wood, her parents, Reverend Charles W. Patterson and Mertie Young Patterson, sisters Ruth Crabtree Steinkamp, Esther Sue Heath, and brother Avery Franklin Patterson. Over several decades, Mae held positions in aerospace, education, international business, talent management and fashion. She faithfully volunteered for Meals on Wheels, PTA, Christian Business and Professional Women, and served as a Deaconess at Trinity Baptist Church, where she was a long-time member. Private graveside services were held at the Santa Barbara Cemetery. Contributions in Mae's honor may be made to the Santa Barbara Choral Society, Santa Barbara Community Church or Oaks Bible Church.