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ALBANY - Charles "Chuckie" Frederick Hood, 75, passed on October 12, 2024. Son of the late Clarence C. Hood and Dorothy M. Hood.
Survived by his wife, Donna (Medick) Hood; daughters, Amy Hood (Avery), and Laura Hadsell (Chris); his step-grandchildren, Kaya and Fox; and his grand-dog, Charlie. Also survived by sisters-in-law, Nancy (Mark) Armstrong and Marybeth (Steven) Ribet, Marie Medick; and several nieces and nephews; and great-nieces-and-nephews.
Chuckie received a biology degree from SUNY Albany, where he was an active member of the Protect Your Environment club. He was a helicopter crew chief with the Army National Guard and had a long career between Adirondack Steel and G.E. Selkirk.
Chuckie loved being in nature and taught his daughters to appreciate the wilderness. He enjoyed fine food and drinks, spending time with friends and family, traveling, Lake Placid vacations, and visiting Italy.
Calling hours will be held Friday, November 1, 2024, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie, N.Y. 12205.
Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 2, 2024, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., at The Italian American Community Center, 257 Washington Ave. Ext., Albany, N.Y. 12205.
To leave a special message for the family online please visit, NewComerAlbany.com
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Phil Caprood
November 3, 2024
So sorry to hear of Chucks passing I lived behind Chucks family on Morris St in Albany when we were kids.
Phil Caprood
Jerry Lipfeld
November 1, 2024
Donna,
I am so sorry about just hearing about Cuck´s passing. Please accept our condolences to you and your family. Chuck was a funny and gentle man; we shared many great times with you guys.
Your old and always friend, Jerry Lipfeld
Linda Pasquali
October 28, 2024
Chuck was one of the first neighbors we met in Salem Hills, Voorheesville. I´ll always remember his kindness and big smile. - Linda Pasquali
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