Michael Wayne Hood Obituary
We are sad to announce that on October 22, 2025, at the age of 74, Michael Wayne Hood of Abingdon, Maryland passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Michael leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Otis Calvin Hood, Sr. and Pauline Michael Hood. He is survived by: his wife Arlene Hood; his daughter Colleen Hood (Alysson Cwyk); his brother Calvin Hood (Joan Hood); and his siblings-in-law, Paul and Melanie DeFatta. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and other cherished family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 28th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Duda-Ruck Funeral Home of Dundalk (7922 Wise Ave, Dundalk, MD 21222). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 29th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location. A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, October 29th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Squires Restaurant (6723 Holabird Ave, Baltimore, MD 21222).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Michael's memory to the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute (https://pyomusic.app.getcuebox.com) or the Baltimore School for the Arts.
