[br][br]Eleanor Ann (Wilson) Hood died peacefully on June 13, 2015. She was born January 31, 1933 in Russell, Iowa to Clarence Omer and Gertrude Agnes Wilson (Green). Eleanor attended school in Oakesdale, Washington and married C. Ray Hood on May 25, 1950. They lived in Spokane (primarily) while raising their six children. During this time, Eleanor also pursued an education in business and accounting. She then entered the work force and pursued a career as an accountant and auditor until her retirement from the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries in 1990. After retirement, she and Ray moved to Clark Fork, Idaho where they spent fifteen happy years together in the home they built overlooking Lightning Creek and the Clark Fork River. It was their slice of heaven on earth. Eleanor was involved in various organizations such as the Ivanhoe Chapter #80 and Bethlehem Chapter #87 of the Order of Eastern Star; was union president of AFSCME Local #1221; and was on the board of the Clark Fork Senior Center. She enjoyed fishing, reading, singing, playing the piano, watching a good movie or her favorite TV shows, politics, knitting/needlework, quilting, and visiting with friends and relatives. Eleanor was known for her good humor; ready smile and laugh; sharp intellect; generosity; and kindness.
Eleanor is preceded in death by her husband Ray; her parents; two sisters; and a brother. Eleanor is survived by her sister Gloria Lethcoe; six children (Conni Ableman, Daryl Hood, Kathy White, David Hood, Nancy Fahlgren, and Laura Lyon); eleven beautiful grandchildren; and thirteen delightful great grandchildren. In addition, she leaves many people who called her friend. She will be truly missed by all who knew her.
Eleanor wished to be cremated and placed with her husband at Riverside Memorial Park, Spokane. Her memorial service will be held at Colbert Presbyterian Church, 4211 E. Colbert Rd., Colbert, on August 10, 2015 at 2 p.m. The family wishes to express gratitude to Hospice of Spokane - Hospice House South for making her last hours comfortable and peaceful.