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Christopher Mark Hood 1970-2012 Christopher Mark Hood, 41, of Panama City Beach, Fla., passed away Sunday February 12, 2012 at his home while sleeping. Mr. Hood was born September 26, 1970 in Omaha, Neb. He attended Manawa Elementary School in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He continued his schooling at Ozark Junior High School in Ozark, Mo. He completed his education at Concord High School in Concord, N.H. Mr. Hood joined the Navy at age 17. Upon completion of training and service he joined the Coast Guard. This is when he realized his love of the ocean and waterways. At the time of his passing, he was happily employed on a Tug Boat pushing barges on the Mississippi River as far north as Chicago. He was an avid pool and poker player, as well as working for a Brian's Landscaping Company in his spare time. His friends referred to him as "animal whisperer" due to his care, love and devotion to the humane care and treatment of all animals. Mr Hood was a beloved son, a loving, proud father, friend, and devoted life companion who will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by grandparents Chris and Pauline Lee of Rockport, Texas; Samuel and Martha Lee of Council Bluffs, Iowa. He is survived by his mother, J'meLee Hood and step-mother, Mary Beth Page of Brattleboro, Vt.; his loving, life-long companion Debra Abrams and daughter Alexis Hood of Panama City Beach, Fla.; step-daughter Laura Abrams of Hollywood, Fla.; a son Samuel Riddle of California; and many dear friends. His Celebration of Life was held at Panama City, Fla., with Chaplain Virgil Tillman officiating.

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Published by Brattleboro Reformer on Feb. 18, 2012.

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October 23, 2018

Son, your baby has continued to grow into the excellent , brilliant student . We all believe is due to the emphasis you and her mother placed on education from toddler forward. I believe you know and are so very proud of her as always . Currently looking at her scholarships for her decision of which medical school to attend. We all love you and miss you each and everyday. Never ending ...

Christopher with Shannon Bell at our very first home!

November 13, 2014

PaPa Chris, Granny, Christopher and his Mom Ozark, MO

November 13, 2014

Christopher with first kittens he rescued. Ozark, MO

November 13, 2014

Christopher with his Mom

J'meLee Hood

November 13, 2014

Chris and his daughter, Alexis J Hood(Lexi)

October 6, 2013

Beth Lindsey

October 5, 2013

I am so stunned. I was trying to find the rest of the family because of my mother's passing (Chris' aunt) only to find my cousin gone as well. Chris was born the day after I was, so we always had a special bond. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.

You made each day special, Chris..

January 5, 2013

from a friend of his daughter to her, Lexi

January 5, 2013

to Chris, from Debra

January 5, 2013

Chris taken 2001

January 5, 2013

From Debra, My son's love of his life..

January 5, 2013

Chris and Alexis Hood

April 1, 2012

Lone Saolor Statue Burlington VT overlooking Lake Champlain.

March 31, 2012

February 18, 2012

The gift of Chris's picture, from Kirt Walters, today means so much to me.....I am forever grateful for this gift. So, I decided to share it here for others to appreciate as well. Part of me is gone....my son...I missed your call on the 14th of Feb...a funny joke, some of your wisdom about the presidential race.... Saying.."Hey Mom, its Chris...I love ya Mom"...I will forever remain proud of you as I tell you when we chat. signed Mom

Taken on Boat Jan 2012.sent to me today by Kirt Walters. (He said "the world is a less funny place ")

Christopher Mark Hood

February 18, 2012

Cheryl B

February 17, 2012

My prayers go to Chris' family. I met him when he was a baby and knew him when he was a child. My children loved him as did I. I am sorry I did not know him as a man, but he will be sorely missed. My thoughts are with his family at this time.

Kirt Walters

February 17, 2012

I'll miss you buddy. It was fun working with you. Thanks for all the late night meals!

SHERRY KENNEDY

February 17, 2012

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE CHRIS. YOUR HUMOR AND WISDOM WILL STAY WITH THOSE WHO KNEW YOU. THANK YOU FOR BEING SUCH A GREAT FRIEND TO MY TWO SONS. WE WILL ENJOY MEMORIES OF YOU FOREVER. GOD PLEASE PUT YOUR HAND ON THE FAMILY DURING THEIR SARROW.

February 17, 2012

Christopher Mark Hood,41. of Panama City Beach, FL passed away Sunday Feb. 12, 2012 at his home while sleeping.

Mr. Hood was born Sept.26, 1970 in Omaha, NE. He attended Manawa Elementary School in Council Bluffs, IA. He continued his schooling at Ozark Junior High School in Ozark, MO. He completed his education at Concord High School in Concord, New Hampshire.

Mr. Hood joined the Navy at age 17. Upon completion of training and service he joined the Coast Guard. This is when he realized his love of the ocean and waterways.

At the time of his passing, he was happily employed on a Tug Boat pushing barges on the Mississippi River as far north as Chicago. He was an avid pool and poker player, as well as working for a Brian's Landscaping Company in his spare time. His friends referred to him as "animal whisperer" due to his care, love and devotion to the humane care and treatment of all animals.

Mr Hood was a beloved son, a loving, proud father, friend, and devoted life companion who will be greatly missed.

He was preceded in death by grandparents Chris and Pauline Lee of Rockport,TX; Samuel and Martha Lee of Council Bluffs, IA.

He is survived by his mother, J'meLee Hood and step-mother, Mary Beth Page of Brattleboro, VT; his loving, life-long companion Debra Abrams and daughter Alexis Hood of Panama City Beach, FL; step-daughter Laura Abrams of Hollywood, FL; a son Samuel Riddle of California; and many dear friends.

His Celebration of Life was held at Panama City,FL with Chaplain Virgil Tillman officiating.
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J'meLee Hood

February 17, 2012

Christopher Mark Hood,41. of Panama City Beach, FL passed away Sunday Feb. 12, 2012 at his home while sleeping.

Mr. Hood was born Sept.26, 1970 in Omaha, NE. He attended Manawa Elementary School in Council Bluffs, IA. He continued his schooling at Ozark Junior High School in Ozark, MO. He completed his education at Concord High School in Concord, New Hampshire.

Mr. Hood joined the Navy at age 17. Upon completion of training and service he joined the Coast Guard. This is when he realized his love of the ocean and waterways.

At the time of his passing, he was happily employed on a Tug Boat pushing barges on the Mississippi River as far north as Chicago. He was an avid pool and poker player, as well as working for a Brian's Landscaping Company in his spare time. His friends referred to him as "animal whisperer" due to his care, love and devotion to the humane care and treatment of all animals.

Mr Hood was a beloved son, a loving, proud father, friend, and devoted life companion who will be greatly missed.

He was preceded in death by grandparents Chris and Pauline Lee of Rockport,TX; Samuel and Martha Lee of Council Bluffs, IA.

He is survived by his mother, J'meLee Hood and step-mother, Mary Beth Page of Brattleboro, VT; his loving, life-long companion Debra Abrams and daughter Alexis Hood of Panama City Beach, FL; step-daughter Laura Abrams of Hollywood, FL; a son Samuel Riddle of California; and many dear friends.

His Celebration of Life was held at Panama City,FL with Chaplain Virgil Tillman officiating.
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Mary Lou S.

February 16, 2012

My sincere condolences to all the family and friends of Chris Hood. I will always remember him as being polite and courteous toward me and my son. He was also a good painter! May he rest in peace with Jesus.

Nancy S

February 16, 2012

God, please be with the Hood family during this time. I know Chris will be missed and was loved by many, please let his memory and goodness live on.

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