George Hood

August 25, 1955 - June 30, 2023 (67 years old)

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August 25, 1955 - June 30, 2023 (67 years old)

Kingston, Ontario

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George Hood Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of George Hood (Kingston, Ontario), born in Hamilton, Ontario, who passed away on June 30, 2023, at the age of 67, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his significant other Debbie; his children, Mallory Hood Lakin (Robert) and Cole Hood (Kelsey); his sister Nancy St. John (Brian); and his parents, George and Mary.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the George M Hood (Sci '43) Athletic Financial Award at Queen's University or to Pathways to Education.

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July 3, 2023

John Challinor wrote a sympathy message

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July 3, 2023

Martha Smith wrote a sympathy message

“What a privilege it has been to call George our friend. We are so blessed to have had George and Debbie in our lives for the past 40+ years. Whenever we were with George and Debbie we always shared so much joy and laughter. Keeping Debbie, Mallory (Rob) and Cole (Kelsey) in our hearts and prayers at this time.”

July 3, 2023

Tom Harris wrote a sympathy message

“Debbie, Mal and Cole – Very saddened to hear about George’s passing. I first met George when I was dean of Engineering, and he was VP Advancement. George taught me a great deal about fundraising and let me be my authentic self. He was always his authentic self! He had enormous energy and enthusiasm. I always felt that obstacles made his many journeys more rewarding! He was very proud of his children and his loving wife. Tom Harris”

July 3, 2023

Ron Downs wrote a sympathy message

“Sincere condolences to Debbie and your family. George was a great guy, I had a lot of with Newt over our years friendship. He will be truly missed”

July 3, 2023

Lisa Hood wrote a sympathy message

“Sending my heartfelt condolences to George’s family. He was the VP at Queen’s when I started - a green, keen new grad, and I soaked up his advice about the field. It felt like he took a genuine interest in the young people in his team; he reached out again over the years as my career matured, and I moved around. We shared a good laugh when I took my husband’s name, Hood, and he told me I’d always be “Woodcock” to him! What a legacy George has left - so many in our profession owe him. Lisa Hood”

July 3, 2023

Paul Chesser wrote a sympathy message

“Deb Mallory, Cole and family. - please accept my condolences on George’s passing. He hired me at Queen’s and was instrument in my appointment at Carleton. He was great leader and teacher and helped shape many careers. I often think of the lessons / stories that George shared with me. George saw something in me and I would not be where I am today without George’s mentorship. I was one of many that George put on a pathway to success. Hood was a boss, mentor and friends and will be missed but his legacy lives on.”

July 3, 2023

Richard Case wrote a sympathy message

“Such sad news. Heart felt condolences to Debbie and family. Many fond memories of the old Milton days. Rest in Peace George.”

July 3, 2023

Catherine Purcell wrote a sympathy message

“So sorry to hear about George’s passing. George took a chance on me when he was building his development team at Queen’s Advancement. I didn’t have any fundraising experience but his passion and confidence inspired us all and we met and surpassed goals. His leadership put Queen’s endowment on the map. Catherine Purcell”

July 3, 2023

Tom Elliot wrote a sympathy message

“So sorry to hear about George’s passing. My sincere condolences to Debbie & family. I was lucky to reconnect with George recently through a series of zoom calls with Steve, Derrick, Rob & Richard. It might have been 40+ years since high school, but chatting & reminiscing during those calls was like turning the clock back & no time had passed. I raised a glass of fine spirits in George’s honour & thought of our times playing football, his GTO, & our flag re-ownership adventure. What memories.”

July 2, 2023

Lauro Rigo wrote a sympathy message

“So sorry to hear George has passed away. We went to high school together. Remembering him as a very likeable, friendly, and positive person. Willbremember him always. My condloences to Deb and family.”

July 2, 2023

C T-K wrote a sympathy message

“Debbie, Cole Mallory and family, I am so sorry for your loss, George always made me laugh. I remember him as the most gruff softie I’ve ever met. He was a big guy with a big presence and I’m sure he’ll be greatly missed. Christine and Frank”