Jason Michael Hood, 37 years a lifelong resident of Monroe, MI went home to be with the Lord on Monday, February 6, 2012 in his home.

  Born May 4, 1974 in Monroe, Jason was the son of Larry E. and Ruth A. (Montoya) Hood. Jason was a 1992 graduate of Monroe High School. Jason went on to receive his associate’s degree from Washtenaw Community College and was currently working on his bachelor’s degree at Sienna Heights University. He was also a graduate of MIAT Technical School.

   On March 15, 1997 Jason married his beloved wife, the former Autumn E. Gonzalez in Monroe.

   Jason was employed by Chrysler Corporation at the Auburn Hills Tech Center where he helped build the original car of their new car designs.

   Jason was a member of St. Michael The Archangel Catholic Church in Monroe and the United Auto Workers. Jason enjoyed watching all types of athletic events and was a huge fan of the Miami Hurricanes Football Team. He also enjoyed NASCAR, playing fantasy football, tending to his fish in the aquarium, gardening, being in the sun and family vacations. Nothing brought more joy to Jason then watching his daughter Raven play volleyball and his daughter Carmen play softball. Jason truly enjoyed being with his family.

   Jason is survived by his beloved wife Autumn, his two cherished daughters Raven and Carmen, and his caring and loving parents Larry and Ruth Hood.

   Visitation will be held on Thursday from 4-9 PM in the Bacarella Funeral Home, 1201 S. Telegraph Rd. in Monroe. On Friday, February 10, 2012 he will lie in state at St. Michael The Archangel Catholic Church from 10:30 AM until Mass of the Resurrection celebrating his life at 11:00 AM. Fr. Stephen Vileo, pastor of the church, will officiate. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.