Virgil Phillip Wood

Shawnee, OK resident, Virgil Phillip Wood, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 in Oklahoma City at the age of 91. Virgil was born on December 16, 1934 in Seminole, OK to John and Manda “Mandy” (Factor) Wood. He spent most of his time in Bowlegs. He worked as a mechanic and barber. Virgil proudly served in the United States Marines.

Virgil enjoyed his work cutting hair. He liked watching westerns and boxing. He treasured spending time with his family. Virgil loved taking his dog on walks at the park.

Virgil is survived by his son, Phillip (Iky) Wood of Shawnee, OK; sister, Barbara Washington of Seminole, OK; four grandchildren, Monica Long, Waylon Sparks, Clarissa Wood and Jamie Marshall; eight great grandchildren, Nicholas and Hailey Long, Khalli Sparks, Dontay and David Turner and Dewayne, Wisdom and Kaniya Smith; four great great grandchildren and many other family and friends.

Virgil was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary Wood; sons, Wade Wood and Phillip “Dumpling” Wood; daughters, Donna “Tubby” Mason and Jathanna “Tinnie” Wood.

Viewing will be held Sunday, February 1, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Monday, February 2, 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Swearingen Funeral Home in Seminole, OK.

A wake will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 2, 2026 at Swearingen Funeral Home Chapel in Seminole, OK.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at Swearingen Funeral Home Chapel in Seminole, OK. 

Lunch will be provided following the service at Mekusukey Mission-North Community Building.  For those bringing a dish the doors will open at 11:00 a.m.