Diane Hood

Charlotte Diane Hood, born on October 28, 1949, in Alabama, passed away on September 29, 2025, at Huntsville Hospital. She led a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments as a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Diane was known for her warm spirit and her unwavering dedication to her family.

Diane made her mark in the beauty industry as a skilled cosmetologist. She had an innate talent for making others feel beautiful and confident, a testament to her nurturing nature. Beyond her professional life, Diane found immense joy in the little things, whether it was tending to her garden or embarking on spontaneous road trips with her family. Her love for the outdoors was matched only by her flair for fashion; she always ensured she looked her best while enjoying nature's beauty.

Diane is survived by her loving spouse, James "Jimmy" Hood; her son, Greg Blankenship (Cindy); step-daughter, Leslie Hood; step-son, Heath Hood, and a large and supportive family including her siblings: Wanda Allers, Rickey Naylor, Linda Gillespie, Paula Compton, Teresa Taylor, Mark Naylor, and Mike Naylor. Her spirit lives on through her beloved granddaughter, Courtney James, step-grandchild Rhys Grimes, step-granddaughter Elizabeth Fowler, and great-grandchildren Blaze James, Roman Rowland, Rayne Rowland, and Roo Rowland. Diane was preceded in death by: father; Forney Naylor, Mother; Estell Naylor, Step-father, Billy Ray Naylor, Larry Naylor, Pam Grissom, Glenda Pennington.

Pallbearers will be Phil Taylor, Rhys Grimes, Kyron Burnham, Urijah Burnham, Terry Joe Compton, and Mark Naylor.

Diane will be honored with a funeral service on October 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Lawrence Funeral Home, where family and friends will gather to celebrate the beautiful life she lived. The public is invited for viewing from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Following the service, her earthly remains will be laid to rest at Fergason Cemetery.