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Lorenzo Hood Obituary
Sep 17, 1948 - Oct 1, 2025
Sandusky
Lorenzo Hood, 77, of Sandusky, went into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, after a lengthy illness. He was born September 17, 1948, in Cleveland. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lorenzo Hood Sr. and Sadie Stratford Hood; grandsons, Daniel Aaron and Troy (TJ) Aaron Jr.; and adopted granddaughter, Emily Cooley.
He is survived by his loving and faithful wife, of 35 years, Sandra "Sandy" Yandell-Hood, whom he married February 27, 2007, in Las Vegas, Nevada; three daughters, Lisa Hood Aaron (Troy), Lori Hood Reed(Marvin), and Time Darden; stepson, Clay Schilling (Lori); siblings, Carolyn Hood Kourdache (Mousa), Gregory Hood (Rebecca ), Celestine Hood Phillips (Grady), Dr. Sylvia Hood Washington (Gary), Lawrence Hood (Angela), Myron Hood, and Maria Hood Foxhall (John); grandchildren, Nicholas B. Schilling and Skye G. Schilling; stepgranddaughter, Haley Keegan McGough (Dylan); adopted grandsons, Taylor Cooley and Justin Cooley; stepgreat-grandsons, Grayson McGough and Coloson McGough; stepgreat-grand-daughter, Sienna McGough; and numerous beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He graduated from Cleveland State University with a BS in Chemistry and from Ashland University with a Master's Degree in Business Administration.
Lorenzo retired from Delphi Automotive, March 1, 2007. He was a senior chemist in materials engineering for 31 years. He developed low-torque grease and created a patent for roller clutch cages used in GM cars, and was awarded the GM President's Award for his Suggestion of Savings. He was an avid golfer, runner, downhill skier, and weightlifter. Dearly loved, he will always be in our hearts.
At the request of the family, there will be no funeral. A private burial will take place at Meadow Green Memorial Park, Huron. Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, Sandusky, is assisting family with arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, please send any remembrances to Victory Kitchen, PO Box 2583, Sandusky, Ohio 44870.
Online condolences can be shared at www.toftfuneralhome.com
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Donna Jones
October 7, 2025
Sandy I´m so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart breaks for you and your family. Sending prayers and hugs your way.
Patty Sager
October 6, 2025
Sandy, so very sorry about the passing of Lorenzo. He was a wonderful man. Always enjoyed playing golf with you and Lorenzo, and Evan. I hope you and your family find much comfort in your fondest memories of Lorenzo. You are in my prayers. With much love and peace. Patty Sager
Francis Wesley Alexander
October 4, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I worked with Lorenzo at the Sandusky Minority Business Consortium in the 1980s and witnessed him securing numerous grants for Sandusky minority businesses. He was a force to be reckoned with. I have recently discovered that we are related. I send condolences, love, and prayers to Dr. Sylvia and the Hood family.
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