Gary S. Hood Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Gary S. Hood of Smithfield, Rhode Island, born in Detroit, Michigan, who passed away on February 6, 2024, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Donald R. Hood and Adelaide M. Hood (Sylvester); and his sister Dona L. Vincent. He is survived by: his wife Laura M. Hood (Sousa); his siblings, Marcia F. Hood of Kingston, MA and Douglas M. Hood (Claire) of Blackstone, MA; his parents-in-law, Joseph P. (Gaspar) and Anna M. Sousa of Coconut Creek, FL; his siblings-in-law, Ann Marie Goldwater (David) of New Zealand, Joseph Sousa (Jane) of Warren and Anthony Sousa (Kristen) of Bristol; his nieces and nephews, Robert W. North (Amber), Scott J. North, Matthew J. Sousa, Kristen Amend (Greg), Kimberly M. North (Ernest), Nissa Hood and Katelyn Rosie Sousa; and his great-nephews, Deion, Vincent and Tytus.
In memory of Gary, the family kindly requests that donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or St. Michael's Church, Smithfield, RI food closet. _________________________ Gary leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and perseverance.
