With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Marilyn Hood (Lady Lake, Florida), born in New Bedford, Massachusetts, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on September 16, 2025 at the age of 83. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Marilyn find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may her legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
She was predeceased by: her husband Arthur Hood Jr.; her parents, Everett Norton and Katherine Mason; her son Michael Hood; her brother Roy Mason; and her great grandchild Danika Ohotto.
She is survived by: her children, Daniel Hood (Tabatha) of Windsor Heights, IA, Deborah Gauvin (Dennis) of Fairhaven, MA, Donna LeBlanc (Louis) of New Bedford, MA and Lisa Correia (Arthur) of New Bedford, MA..
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 13th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St. George Episcopal Church (1250 Paige Pl, Lady Lake, FL 32159).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to SouthCoast Neediest Families Fund, 36 Bryant Street, North Dartmouth, MA 02747. A local charity where she volunteered for the last 3 years.