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Dan HOOD Obituary
A native of Mount Olive, N.C., he was a resident of Newport News, Va., for more than 50 years and retired from Dan Hood Insurance.
He graduated from Newport News High School in 1947, where he was involved in athletics. He was a devoted Blue Devils fan for many years. He was a member of the Boys and Girls Club Board, the Deer Run Golf Course Board, and was a member of Chestnut Memorial United Methodist Church.
Mr. Hood was preceded in death by his parents, Annie Kate Hood and William H. Hood; and a granddaughter, Keegan Hood.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Jackie Riley Hood; one daughter, Laurie Hood McLane and husband, Mark; four sons, William Thomas Hood, Dan Rex Hood Jr. and wife, Sheryl, Michael Hood, and Jerry L. Hood and partner, Tommy; one sister, Peggy Hood Smith and husband, Judge Douglas Smith (Ret.); 11 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and four nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank Riverside Hospice, Griswold Special Care, and give a special thanks to Latasha Peed for her loving care.
Visitation will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 3, at Peninsula Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 4, at the funeral home with burial in Peninsula Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Riverside Hospice or the Boys and Girls Club of Newport News.
Peninsula Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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for Dan HOOD
Chrissy Mingee
May 2, 2011
Papoo(Daddy),
I cannot believe a whole year has gone by with u not here physically in my life. Not a day, mintue, or sec has passed that I havent thought of you. This surely has been one heck of a year for us all and I just think if you were here it would have been easier to get through. You were my HERO, MY PAPOO AND MY FATHER! You were the best at them all and your love, smile, kindless acts, selflessness has shown through all of us especially in your amazing daughter Laurie(my awesome mom). When I look at her and uncle Jerry I see you in every aspect of life; that charm, charisma, smile, personality, heart, and defintely looks in them both. I just wish for one second I could have u back in my life just to hug you or kiss that pretty face of yours. I really miss taking care of you and your words of wisdom. I just ask you watch down on all of us with that amazing smile and pretty white hair of yours; keep us safe and our hearts warm. Daddy thank u for everything u brought into my life and opening my heart to something amazing. I only hope to be half the person you were and please give me that pretty white hair of yours when I age. I love you so much and you will always be in my heart and soul forever. May u rest in peace knowing that I made that promise to you that day over a year ago and I promise to honor it to the fullest!!! May u fly free like a dove...
Love Always and Never Forgotten
Rich Scott
April 7, 2011
Something good came through in every chance I had to talk to Dan Hood, Sr. (always Mr. Hood to me). Funny thing is I can say the say same thing about Laurie, Jerry, Mike, and Danny (I never really got to know Tom as much, he knew my brothers and sisters closer to his age). I don't ever remember one of that family ever making me feel anything but accepted and welcome. How many people-whole families-can you say that about? Not enough. l'll miss that man...
megan mclane
April 7, 2011
Papoo,
I cant believe its almost been a year since you past. It still doesnt seem real. I have really beenn wishing you were here now more than ever because you were the one man i know would never let me down. Its been really hard the past couple of months and I really miss having you here because you were the one person who loved everyone without any bias or opinion. Your love was so unconditional and so pure and i miss having that in my life. I know you and granny are together in heaven now driving each other crazy! and i know secretly you both enjoy it! ;) I miss you soo much papoo! I will love you forever and always!!
Love your grandaughter,
Megan <3
letter to my dad
Laurie Hood
April 1, 2011
A Letter to my Dad,
hope your in heaven playn golf and telling mom to go to her room!Ha how you made me laugh...I think of you everyday and will remember the great times we had together.I wished you were here to tell me what to do next cuz i have no idea! You always guided me into the right direction and now I dont no what that direction is...you always seemed to have the right answers. So now here I sit in this big ol house alone without you or mom and ponder...whats next and yet i dont have that answer.All i know is...I did the best I could by you and mom and loved you both whole heartely and will always cherrish that. Dad, thank you for loving me for me you are the only one that has ever shown me that,I wished you were here to hold my hand and tell me what to do and how to fix it.When people you love are no longer in your life you wonder...what next I know you and mom are watching over me and will help me through the rough patches.Just know,a daughters love will never go away, I will always carry you and mom in my heart. I hope things are easier up there than they are down here.I think of you both today because it was the day you and mom married. Be good to eachother because in the end thats all you have is one another so be greatful for that.Love to you both on this special day. Remember when you marry you love each other til the end as you both did. At least thats how it suppose to be. March 31st was your day that will never be forgotten. I hope you both find happiness and peace together again, I love and miss you both so much! with much love
your daughter
Laurie
March 31, 2011
how bout them redskins now can i have a slurpee love you laurie lou
Tom and Laurie
March 9, 2011
Jerry and Laurie
March 9, 2011
chrissy mingee
December 30, 2010
8 months ago we all lost someone dear to us. Times have not gotten any easier and much more difficulties have arisen. Wishing you were here to say and do all the right things papoo! Not a day goes by that I don't remember you, your smile or that beautiful white hair. Holidays just aint the same without you here and these past 8months have been rough but I know you are watching down upon us. I love you, I miss you and as always you have my heart :o)..
Steve Ingels
October 11, 2010
Jerry and family
I'm sorry to hear of your fathers passing.
I remember the stories you used to tell me about your father and I know he loved you very much.
tom hood
September 23, 2010
Still missing ya not the same without you
Arline, Bobby Ron, Scott Silverthorn
June 14, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Grandpa, Laurie, Mark, Chrissy, Buddy, Megan, Jimmy and the great- grandkids
Chrissy Mingee
June 4, 2010
Papoo, Its hard to believe you have been gone a month already when it still feels like you are here. You taught me so much in my short life and I hope to pass it along to my children. You were my everything! My heart, soul, best friend, grandpa and my dad. You always believed in everyone and gave everyone the benefit of the doubt; you always saw the good. i am so thankful i was there for you in your last days i just wish i had more time with you. A big piece of my heart is missing b/c you are gone and i won't get that back until we meet again. I will always cherish our memories together and I hope you are watching down on all of us smiling! I love you daddy so much and may u finally rest in piece...Love your granddaughter Chrissy
dad,his dad,hisgrandpa,hisgreatgrandma 1934
tom hood
June 2, 2010
Tom Hood
June 2, 2010
Hard to believe still you are gone,i always thought you would be with us forever our rock the center piece of our family.It was hard to watch you suffer i wished i could have made it go away but i knew all i could do was be there for you.There was nothing that would have stopped me from being there for you.Love and respect is how you lived your life and i am gratfull for all the lessons of life you taught me,you will always be in my heart no matter where i am or what i am doing part of you is with me always.
Mark McLane Jr.
June 1, 2010
Granda, Its hard to believe that it has been a month since you you passed. Its a surreal feeling you not being here. I still have nightmares waking up sweating knowing that you are gone. I loved you with every ounce of my being. You have been the greatest man and mentor any man can be proud of. You were a true Class Act Grandpa, hold down the fort up there untill I get there, I love and miss you so much.
Jerry Hood
May 31, 2010
Daddy, im not good with words.. I just want you to know that i will always cherish the last two years we spent talking and fussing together. You singing "You are my Sunshine" to me will always bring a smile to my face when ever i hear it. I could never have imagined how hard this would of been to say goodbye and im still not ready. In my mind your in the nursing home and coming home soon, then all to soon someone says im so sorry to hear of your loss and again my heart breaks. So lets just for me pretend you are still here and i can go on thinking of all the good times we had together and that helps me make it thru the days when i miss you so. A son should be so lucky to have a dad as fine as you.
Laurie Hood McLane
May 29, 2010
"Dad,
Here it is almost a month since your passing,which does"nt even seem real to me.I feel like I need to get up, make your breakfast, get your meds ready and begin my day with you. Theirs only one problem with that, your not here with me anymore. I really miss all of those small simple things we used to do together. We had so many great times together and this past year will be cherished. We had a lot of laughs, lots of conversation and a few cries in between.Dad, you taught me so much in life,how to love, laugh and to live life honestly.I think I have done all of those things with your guidance.
I will miss your glowing smile, your magnetic personality and your true gentle charm.Dad, thank you for loving me as you did and my children. You will be forever missed but forever carried in my heart.I am so proud to have had you as my father.
Karla Scott Dailey
May 23, 2010
My home away from home, my weekend stay the night goodie King! I practically lived at your home! Always felt like your other daughter (but then many of Laurie's friends did). You always had and will always have a special place in my heart and I felt I lived in yours. Your generosity with your heart your mind (and on Friday night "sleep overs" your wallet!) always impressed me as a kid and continued to awe me as I became an adult. You were one of a kind to be sure. You taught me tolorence that carried over to my own parenting. You taught me more then ever that no matter what your kids put you through in life, you love them, till it hurts. I love you Dan, and will always charish our father daughter relationship!
You would never rest here on earth, so rest now Dan...you deserve paradise! That fairway in the sky needed a new player. Thank you for leaving us with the memory of that million dollar smile! love Karla
Kathy (Cascioli) Garner
May 22, 2010
Dapper Dan, I had times growing up when things were great and you were always there to share in my joys and triumphs with a big smile and great hugs. When things were bad, you were there again with those same great hugs, strong council and, thanks to you, somehow the smiles would come even when I thought I may never smile again. I have loved you and your family for as long as I can remember. I have wonderful memories of growing up and a lot of them come from inside your home. The home you opened to me without a second thought. Thorough your example, we learned respect, love and total acceptance of who we are. You touched so many lives in ways you probably never knew just by being who you were. You helped make me who I am today. You will be truly missed and my love goes with you. You were a wonderful dad to all of us and I will hold you in my heart forever.
Sheri Austin
May 17, 2010
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Sheri & Martin
Allison Corbitt Ballard
May 11, 2010
My condolences to the Hood family.
May 11, 2010
Dan we hope there is a 7-11 and a golf course in heaven!
We wanted to thank you for taking care of Tommy when we left Virginia - you treated him like one of your own.It helped us to know he had someone to look after him. Now it is our turn to take care of Jerry for you.
Rest in peace,
Sherry, Bill & Granny
Mark McLane
May 9, 2010
born unto a father is a son, they say you only have one father,but in my life I was lucky enough to have two. for dan was kind enough to give me the two greatest gifts in life a man could ever want. The gift of a beautiful loveing wife,who I have had the pleasure and thank god for being in my life for 20 years. And a father who has treated me like his own son.If it was ever possible to have two fathers , I feel like I was honored enough to have them in m life. I will always love and cherish him as I did my own. thank you for all you have done, and entrusting me with the gift of your only daughter. She is my reason for being in life. I love you.!!!DAD your other son MARK
Tommy Humphreys
May 6, 2010
My dearest Dan, may you find peace in heaven that you so much deserve. I was honored to be part of your family and you always made sure i was included. You gave me the greatest gift i could of ever asked for and that was one of your sons. I will always be greatful for having you in my life and giving me someone so special to love. You will always have a special place in my heart as does your family...
May 4, 2010
Dan, you were a highlight to our office whenever you came for your appointments. You were the biggest flirt and all of us loved you <3
It was hard for us to see you go down in health. We will truly miss your smiling, mischivious face. I will always think of you when I eat a hotdog. You loved Pop's hotdogs!!! I blew a kiss to heaven and hope it landed on your sweet face. You will truly be missed by all.
Kim and staff at Dr McCracken's office
Donald Brackin
May 4, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dan. It brought back memories of our time together in the Army Reserve. He was a good man.
Jane and Conrad Browe
May 4, 2010
To Dan and Sheryl. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. With deepest sympathy
Terri Healy Cline
May 4, 2010
I would like to express my condolences to the entire Hood Family. Papoo as alot of us called him, was a kind and generous person. He will be missed by so many. T o Laurie my friend, You are a saint in my book. Ilove you all. God bless all of you. Terri Healy Cline(Woodbridge, VA.)
Rosemarie Cascioli-Whiteman
May 4, 2010
How do I thank someone who has done all that he has for us. It is his love for all of us that made us the people we are today. I love each of you and are thankful that Dan was in my life and that each of you are as well. He will be carried in memory and all of you will continue in my prayers. Love Rosemarie
Ms.Gisele Bennafield
May 3, 2010
To The Hood Family, You have my heartfelt sympathy at this differcult time.I pray God's peace to comfort and strengthen you all. Will keep you in my prayers.I don't think you could find a better insurance agent\family. I love you guys.
Barbara Nichols
May 3, 2010
Dear Jackie, Laurie, Tommy, Danny, Michael and Jerry,
I am so very sorry for the lost of your husband & father. He was a wonderful neighbor and friend I will always remember the good times we had when I lived next door to you. My prayers are with you.
Barbara (Howard) Nichols
Carole Jones
May 3, 2010
Jimyy and I both are so very sorry to hear of Dan's passing. We always thought the world of him. He was our business agent for years and a friend of my father's. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Jimmy and Carole (Tyndall) Jones
Terrie Fuell
May 3, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss, may he rest in piece and you all find comfort in his memory.
susan aldrichy
May 3, 2010
Our thoughts are with the Hood family-Mr Hood was a really kind and respectful gentleman
Tony and Sandy Rutherford
May 3, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you may God bless and keep you during this difficult time.
Mrs Johnson
May 3, 2010
Mark(Buddy)Please find comfort in knowing that others care.Thinking of you and family.See you at school when all is well with you and family.
Karen Ziegler
May 3, 2010
Jerry, Laurie and Tommy -- My heart goes out to you and your family ... you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Audrey Alexander
May 3, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
sam perry
May 3, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jeannie Bass
May 3, 2010
Mike,
Sorry to hear about your loss.
Megan McLane
May 2, 2010
Dan R. Hood Sr was the best granpa anyone could ask for. Us grandkids called him papoo. He was the definition of unconditional love. He was always an essential part of my life and i loved living with and taking care of him. They dont come better than my papoo.
Love your grand-daughter,
Megan McLane
Carol Gardner Woody
May 2, 2010
Tommy, Danny, Mike, Jerry, Laurie and Jackie,
The Hood's, with Dan as the patriarch, were a great family and wonderful neighbors. Dan alwas had a smile and a chuckle for everyone and he was a kind and gentle soul. I have the best memories, like Donna, of growing up on Dinwiddie with Mr. Dan and Miss Jackie as part of our close knit neighborly clan. I have often told others in my journeys around the county of the REAL neighborhood feel that I had growing up. Dan, you were a big part of those memories along with your family. Rest in peace. I hope that my mom and dad were there to welcome you to the other side.
Chester & Clara McCreary
May 2, 2010
We offer our condolences to the entire Hood family in the loss of Mr. Hood.
God Bless
Charles McCreary
May 2, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Diane Gardner Campbell
May 2, 2010
Always a great neighbor, always a good friend, always a big smile. Mr. Hood always found the time to say hello, especially after my parents passed away. He was a great friend to my Mom and Dad and he and Jackie were always kind to me and my family. Gone but never forgotten. My deepest sympathy to Jackie and the family.
Darlene Brizendine
May 2, 2010
Mrs. Hood, Laurie, Tommy, Danny, Mike, Jerry-
I'm sorry to on the passing of your father. I remember him always having a smile on his face when I was around him growing up in the neighbor hood. When I saw him a few years ago we spoke and he knew who I was after all these years. Your memories will keep him close to you and the hurting will pass. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Darlene Davis Brizendine
Pete Davis ( Balthrope Rd)
May 2, 2010
I would like to thank Dan Hood for all he has done for the Boys and Girls Club of the Virginia Peninsula. Dan was one of the guys who really pushed for the Harry Shoff Memorial Park at the Boys and Girls Club in memory of Mr. Shoff. Dan was a good old "Blue Devil" but he always had time to talk to a "Hurricane". To Dan's family, we send our deepest sympathies. Love, Mickey Marcella and Carol
May 2, 2010
A true "southern gentleman" that was Mr. Hood. Always a smile and friendly hello. We shall miss him too. May you all find strength at this time. Our prayers are with you. Brian, Cindy and Brandon Halberg
ed gwaltney
May 2, 2010
dan and i was born and raised in east end together went to school and grad together/june 1946 a lot of good memorys had not seen him in the last couple years a great man a great friend ed gwaltney
Lorrie Humphreys
May 2, 2010
Jerry and Laurie,
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. Dan was a fanatastic,caring man. Always had a kind word and a huge smile on his face. It has been an honor to have know your father for the years I have.
Lorrie and Jan
May 2, 2010
Dan was a great person with quiet demeaner and a great smile. My husband, Tommie Russell, played golf with Dan and his friends for many years. I remember Dan saying to me when the neighbors were complaining about his yard, he said hey, I am raising kids not grass. So like him. I know Jackie and his family will miss him greatly. Marianne Russell, Poquoson, Va.
Robin Welch
May 2, 2010
So very sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Bev Buntain
May 2, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
May 2, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Dan will live forever in your cherished memories.
Mary Ann Wright
Donna Lynne Nelson Laney
May 2, 2010
Tommy, Danny, Mike, Jerry, and Laurie,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you today, as my dear childhood, and life long friends. You are all so fortunate to have grown up having one of the greatest fathers, as I am sure that you all know. As a child growing up on Dinwiddie, I remember he always had a kind word for everyone, and he looked after all of us kids as if we were his own. I remember rides to the 7-eleven before school, for pickles and other treats. I remember all of the neighborhood get- togethers where he and Deli Gardner would keep us entertained with their quick wit and contagious good nature. I agree with Mike Gardner, I believe they are all together right now, making ready, for another great block party for when we all share the same neighborhood address again. I am grateful to him and your mother, for always looking after my mother, after we all left home; and I know that I am among many that will miss him, for the wonderful man, and friend that he was to everyone that was blessed enough to know him, as I did. He was always a shining example of "good folk". Cherish all the love that you shared, and pass it on, just as he did.
Peace and Love to you and your families,
Donna Lynne Nelson Laney
Alexander Nicol
May 2, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Corbett Scott
May 2, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
May 2, 2010
Dan Hood was one of the finest gentlemen I ever had the privilege to know. Though I had not seen him for many years, his passing is a personal loss. A great smile always! Goodbye Dan. Bobbby Mears, Newport News
Brian Hanna
May 2, 2010
It makes me very sad to hear of the Mr. Hoods passing. I always remember him for his humor, his wise words and his warm smile. He had a great deal of respect from all the kids in the neighborhood growing up.
tom hood
May 2, 2010
A great father and man i will miss you deeply.
Mike Gardner
May 2, 2010
Dan was the man. Dan was always wearing a big smile. Growing up across the street, I always knew what a good neighbor was. It was Dan. I can't say enough about Dan. I will say that he was kind, generous, and thoughtful. Dan was there for my family when we lost our parents. He always had good things to say, and always had that perpetual smile. There will be many, many people who miss him, and I will be one of those. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Hood family, and I am smiling just knowing that Dan and my dad are probably having a little drink and an over due game of golf.
Keep on smiling, Dan! You deserve it!
Charlotte Carter
May 2, 2010
With thoughts of peace and courage for you.
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