Archie Leon Hood

Archie Leon Hood, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at his home on October 7, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on July 13, 1941, in Victoria, Texas, Archie was a beacon of strength and integrity throughout his life, known for his unwavering love for his family and steadfast faith. Archie was preceded in death by his parents, Archie Lee Hood and Lillie Buesing Hood Warren, step-father Edward Warren, brothers Kenneth Lee Hood and Robert Wallace Hood, step-sister Mary Briggs, step-brother Willie Gene Warren, and his beloved daughter, Sherry Lynn Hood. Archie is survived by his wife of 67 years, Janet Hood, daughters Bobbie James, and husband Ed and Sabrina Glenn, and husband George; and son, Archie Hood Jr., and wife Misty; his beloved grandchildren: Hope Durham, and husband Brian; Jared Downing, and wife Kayla; James Downing, and wife Leah; Steven Howard, and wife Laura; William Martindale, and wife Elizabeth; Colton “Gus” Glenn; Ellie Hood; and Lily Hood. He also leaves behind 16 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren, each carrying a piece of his spirit forward. Archie's dedication to his work was evident in his career as a licensed plumber. He owned and operated Hood's Plumbing Company in Lumberton, where his strong work ethic and reliability earned him the respect and trust of the community. Beyond his professional life, Archie was passionate about agriculture, spending many years raising cattle and custom baling hay for local ranchers. His faith was a cornerstone of his life, and Archie was an active member of Call Junction Baptist Church until he was no longer able to attend. A man of strong standards, Archie's word was his bond, and he was respected for his honesty and dependability. Archie is remembered for his love of God and his family, his contributions to his community, and the values he instilled in those he left behind. His life will be celebrated with visitation on October 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Beulah Springs Missionary Baptist Church in Kirbyville, Texas followed by a graveside service at Davis Cemetery in Beulah Springs. Archie Hood will be deeply missed by all who knew him, but his legacy of love, faith, and hard work will continue to inspire generations to come.