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Pearl Hood Obituary
In Loving Memory
Pearl E. Hood
December 26, 1917 - May 24, 2024
VISITATION
Saturday, June 29, 2024
10:00 - 11:00 A.M.
Martin-Mattice Funeral Home
Emmetsburg, Iowa
SERVICE
Saturday, June 29, 2024
11:00 A.M.
Martin-Mattice Funeral Home
Emmetsburg, Iowa
CLERGY
Deacon John Rudd
INURNMENT
Burial will be held at a later date.
St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery
Mallard, Iowa
Pearl Elizabeth Kendall, daughter of Robert and Anna (Kirtz) Kendall, was born December 26th, 1917, in Mallard, Iowa. She attended St. Mary's until 11th grade and graduated from Mallard Community High School.
On February 9th, 1942, Pearl was united in marriage to Joseph Hood. They had one daughter.
Pearl worked at Clifton's Cafe before marriage. She also worked as a Mallard postal clerk during the war. She worked with Joe when they started farming.
Pearl belonged to the Red Hat Society, St. Mary's Christian Mother's, attended Mass almost daily, sang in the St. Mary's choir and volunteered on both the Emmetsburg Hospital Board and on the Mallard library board.
She belonged to the American Legion Auxiliary and participated in three act plays for the church and other community activities. She and her sisters Genevieve and Frances had a trio and sang for bridal showers and other places when asked. They did this until Fran moved later to Minnesota.
She enjoyed walking on the country roads and in Mallard when they moved to town. She love playing cards, especially Bridge, 500, and Pinochle.
Pearl passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at the Emmetsburg Care Center at the age of 106. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, 11 siblings, son -in-law, and two grandchildren.
She is survived by her daughter, two grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, several great great grandchildren, as well as many other relatives and friends.
Arrangements by Martin-Mattice Funeral Home
Memories and Condolences
for Pearl Hood
Tammy Gillis
July 5, 2024
Sorry to hear of Pearl's passing. She was always spunky and never complained no matter what kind of ailments she was suffering from. RIP Pearl.
Nancy Johnson
June 26, 2024
Pearl was a wonderful friend and neighbor to both Leora and my mom. She was so fun to be around. A lot of good memories! Carl and I are thinking of you, Jo.
Sally Jordan
June 10, 2024
Jo and family, I am sending prayers and condolences. I will always remember your Mom in the choir with Genevive. Also spending nights at your house growing up. Lots and lots of memories. May Pearl rest in peace. She has earned it. Love and hugs.
Angela Nehring
June 7, 2024
So glad I got to spend some time with Aunt Pearl the afternoon before she passed.
Pearl was a hoot! She had a great sense of humor and always a smile.
She was the last of that generation of the Kendal line. Rest in peace Pearl. My thoughts and prayers are with you Jolene and family.
Kathryn Brechler
June 6, 2024
I loved you and always will, Great Aunt Pearl! You are and will always be in my prayers. kisses and hugs -- Your great niece, Kathy Brechler
Mary Johansen
May 29, 2024
Spent a lot of time when I was a kid with her Her and Joe and my folks were married at the same time and we had there 25th Anniversary party as a neighbor hood surprise at Rouses
Mary Johnson Johansen
Patricia Twait
May 29, 2024
I
Spent many days with Pearl and Joe she made the best fried chicken!
Wanda Smith
May 28, 2024
As a young bride living in the country for the first time - Pearl was so kind to me. She made me feel that everything was going to be fine and treated me as an adult. I was always thankful to her for that.
JoAnn Coakley
May 28, 2024
What a great lady. She was so friendly and nice to everyone.
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