Terrel Laroy Hood

Terrel Laroy Hood, age 66, of Ocala, Florida, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025. He was born on July 18, 1959, in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, to the late Roy and Lillian Hood.

Terrel was a man of quiet strength, sharp intellect, and deep devotion to his family. For more than 30 years, he built a respected career as a Certified Public Accountant, operating his own practice and earning the trust of countless clients through his integrity, diligence, and unwavering work ethic. In addition to his accounting career, Terrel was a successful business owner, managing rental properties and various ventures over the years. He was known for his sharp mind, practical wisdom, and ability to see the bigger picture skills that served him well both professionally and personally.

A lifelong lover of history, Terrel enjoyed learning about the past and sharing his knowledge with those around him. He was thoughtful, intelligent, and always willing to offer guidance when asked. Above all, however, Terrel’s greatest pride and joy was his family.

He was a devoted husband to his wife, Kim Hood, with whom he shared 47 years of love, partnership, and unwavering commitment. Together, they built a life rooted in loyalty, hard work, and family values. Terrel was a loving father to his son, Ryan Dale Hood (Lacey Rae), and his daughter, Aryn Diane Parson (Drew), and he took great pride in the lives they built.

His heart overflowed when it came to his four granddaughters Madilynn, Marley, Shivonne, and Vivian who brought him immense joy and laughter. He cherished every moment spent with them and loved being their grandfather.

Terrel is also survived by his brother, Chris Darrell Hood, and Dita Brinks, along with extended family and many friends who will miss his steady presence, thoughtful conversations, and kind heart.

Terrel Laroy Hood will be remembered as a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, a respected professional, and a man whose legacy lives on through the family he loved so deeply. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.