James Norman Hood

It is with sadness the family announces the passing of Mr. Jim Hood on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at the age of 88 years.

He is survived by his daughters: Debby and Jason Lalonde, Barb and Dan Boyer, son-in-law, Terry Villard.

Grandchildren: Danielle Villard – Maklearin, Lachlan, Hazel, Lennox; Natasha and Curtis Dumais – Dylan, Gage, Zailey; Trent and Nicole Boyer – Jaden, Alyssa; Kimberly Braun - Aidan, Cassidy; Jeff Boyer – Donnie; along with nieces, nephews and friends.

He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret Hood; daughter Brenda Villard; son, Donny Hood and grandson, Luke Thomson.

Jim was born in North Battleford, SK to Jean and Sandy Hood.  He married Margaret on December 6, 1958 and they had 4 children.  Jim worked for the City of North Battleford till his retirement.  Jim was an avid bee keeper and owned and operated Hood’s Honey for over 50 years.  He raised many exotic birds and enjoyed the purple martins returning every spring.  Jim and Margaret looked forward to the by monthly outing to the Cowboy Church in Battleford in their later years.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium – Alyssa Kozinski Student Funeral Director.