Mrs. Hood,
I met Mr. Hood many years ago, but was privileged to become better acquainted with him while working on various community programs. He was always so kind, and had such wonderful insight and a great sense of humor. He was truly a great mentor and community builder.
Ann McQuerry
January 7, 2018
How we miss Mr hood we talked just about every day he was a great mentor great Christian education teacher we are sorry for the loss of our dear friend RIP
Pastor cropp & Joyce
January 18, 2017
Enjoyed many of conversation with Mr. Hood. I will really miss his witty banter.
RIP
Margaret Batie
January 17, 2017
I worked with Bill with the Master Teacher Program (cooperating with Iowa State University Extension) at Harambee House. After that program ended, I would think about Bill and wonder how he was doing. He was a team player but a leader when needed. My thoughts are with the family.
Susan Uthoff
January 16, 2017
I worked with Bill at Mount Mercy and really respected him for his advocacy of students. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
Jim Grove
January 14, 2017
Dear Mrs. Hood- I was so sad to read of Bill's passing. I first met your husband when I was a high school volunteer at Jane Boyd Community House in the late 1960s. I subsequently had the privilege to serve with him on multiple community initiatives and projects. In addition to everything he gave our community as a leader and mentor, I will always remember Bill's kindness, humor, great love of music and varied interests (including collecting fountain pens). My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Chris Carman
January 14, 2017
Gwen and Sheila, I'm so very saddened by your loss. I will miss Bill's smile and his hearty laugh. I'll miss his generous heart and caring demeanor and most of all, I will miss one of the best men I ever met.
Brad Jenkins
January 13, 2017
Mrs. Hood- George and I were saddened to hear the news and we offer our deepest condolences on the loss of your husband. He was a great man and his passing leaves a void in the community.
George and Dorice Ramsey
January 13, 2017
The man that taught me how to have a relationship with Jesus, not just to know him. You will be ever missed in my family's life. "Semper Fi"
Revelation 14:13
And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.
Well done good and faithful servant. Love you!
Chris
Deacon Chris Polk and Dr. Jamie Polk
January 12, 2017
With a heavy heart I say goodbye to my friend, William Hood Jr.
Lloyd Smith
January 12, 2017
Gwen, sorry for your loss. Grant Carter - Mercy Medical Center
Grant Carter
January 12, 2017
Gwen, my condolences for your loss and peace be with you and your family. Bill was an outstanding mentor for me who taught me how to be a kind, humble, and caring leader. I will be forever grateful for the skills he taught me. God Bless!
Paul Steier
January 12, 2017
Sheila,
I' m sending prayers and condolences from the Corley's on the loss of your Father, my brother, William Hood, Jr. The Great Creator having been pleased to remove our brother from this transitory existence, and to weaken the chain by which we are linked one to another, may his crossing remind us of our own and incline us who survive him to be more strong!
PM Clayton E. Corley, Sr. Light Of Elmwood #45 M.W.P.H.G.L. Of PA
January 12, 2017
The Cedar Rapids community has lost a great man. Bill cared about our children and gave so much to help kids succeed. He was and will continue to be a great role model for kids and adults on how to build our future leaders.
Cristy Hamblin
January 11, 2017
The man that taught me how to have a relationship with Jesus, not just to know him. You will be ever missed in my family's life. "Semper Fi"
Revelation 14:13
And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.
Well done good and faithful servant. Love you!
Chris
Deacon Chris Polk and Dr. Jamie Polk
January 11, 2017
Gwen so sorry for your loss. Love and prayers. Chris Brown
Chris Brown
January 11, 2017
Billy - Extending my sympathy in the loss of your father. May God bless you and your family at this difficult time.
Rhonda Purdy
January 11, 2017
We have lost one of the best. I had the great opportunity of working with Bill, and loved his sense of humor, his gentle guidance, his strong values, and his love of "Saint Gwen." My life was touched by Bill, and I felt blessed to know him.
Ginger
January 11, 2017
Gwen, I am so very sorry to read of Bill's passing. Hopefully you remember me from our days at Mercy. And our daughter Kelley's admiration for Bill. He, as well as you, have made an outstanding contribution to life and the Cedar Rapids community. God Bless you and your family. Elaine Ferguson Green Valley AZ.
Elaine Ferguson
January 11, 2017
Gwen, my condolences for your loss and peace be with you and your family. Bill was an outstanding mentor for me who taught me how to be a kind, humble, and caring leader. I will be forever grateful for the skills he taught me. God Bless!
Paul Steier
January 11, 2017
It was a great honor to know and work with Bill. A very compassionate man and so willing to help where he was needed. Awesome smile and wonderful laugh!! He will most definitely be missed. May God hold you all in his hands and bring you peace.
Myrna
January 10, 2017
Gwen -our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Bill touched many people's lives and we will long remember his goodness to others. We wish you well - John and Betty Rogers
John Rogers
January 10, 2017
Was so sad to hear about Bill when Gwen called us Sunday. We would like to send our sincere condolences to Gwen and her family. I just wish we could have gotten him up to Bluff lake.
Maureen and John Kiesel
January 10, 2017
My heart aches at this moment; but I will see you later my dearest friend.
Billy D
William C. Davis
January 10, 2017