Robert Hood

September 8, 1943 - February 24, 2021

Robert Hood Jr. was born September 8, 1943 in Mayersville, Mississippi, to Robert Sr. and Claretha Hood. Robert moved to Chicago, Illinois. He was employed with General Parking Corporation for 39 years until 2008 when he retired. In December of 1972, Robert met Channie, they proved to be a three-fold cord not easily broken. They were married June 29, 1974. In February of 1975, they had their very first Bible study with sister Hilda Jones. They enjoyed that discussion so much that they made a decision to serve Jehovah. On December 19, 1976 they were baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Together they pioneered for 55 years. Robert had the privilege of serving as an Elder in the University Park Congregation. One February 24, 2021, Robert Hood fell asleep in death. He was preceded in death by his parents Robert Sr. and Claretha Hood, seven siblings, his son David and granddaughter China. Robert leaves to cherish his memories his wife Channie; 10 children: John, Robert Wilson, Delores (Lilme), Donna, Mann, Lil Robert, Sam, Samuella, Christine and Ronell; 34 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, 10 siblings: Ella, Ethel, Claretha, Mildred, Mary, Molly, Gracie, Linda, Henry and Alfred. He also leaves 5 sister in-laws, 5 brother in-laws and a host of other relatives and friends. A very special thanks to our daughter Lilme and her husband Darryn, our son Robert as well as our two grandchildren Teaira and James, for moving into our home to assist me with taking care of my husband Robert.