John William (Bill) Hood 77, of Ashland, went home to the Lord on Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at Hospice House in Ashland.
Bill was born October 22, 1931 in Ashland, to John W. Hood Sr. and Blanche Kindall Hood. He graduated from Ashland High School in 1950. He served in the Army in field communications. He married Janet Iddings, February 20, 1954, whom preceded him in death on June 14, 2004. He was employed at Archway Bakery, Polar Foods and Trio Foods from which he retired. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, and woodworking and was an avid sports fan. Bill will be deeply missed by his children William Hood, Robin Hood, Darlene Hood, Jonathan Hood and Janet Hood, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law Rosetta and Albert Carpenter. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, brother Ronald Hood and sister Janet McFadden. Services will be Thursday, January 8, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Roberts Funeral Home, Ashland-Chapel, and Ashland with Pastor Ben Roby Officiating. Burial will be at Ashland County Memorial Park where Military rites will be held. Friends may call January 8, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Roberts Funeral Home – Ashland chapel, is handling funeral arrangements.Online tributes may be made at
www.robertsfuneralhome.com
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of North Central Ohio Ashland County 1050 Dauch Drive Ashland, Ohio 44805
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