Wayne Lee Hood

Wayne Lee Hood passed away on August 29, 2025 at the Estes Park Health Center. He was born on October 12, 1939 in Hays, Kansas to Mark Neil and Helen (Mundee) Hood. Wayne graduated from Hays High School in1957 and attended Fort Hays State College one year.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, sister, twin grandsons and many aunts and uncles. He is survived by his wife of 66 years (Irma), and four children: Ward of Bailey, CO, Darrin (Marianne) of Littleton, CO, JoLynn of Denver CO, Michele of Aurora, CO and four grandchildren: Keith, Terrell, Anthony, and Jenna.

Wayne was employed by various companies. The latest was Koch Industries. He was transferred a number of times in Kansas then to Northglenn, CO and finally to North Dakota. He and Irma moved to Estes Park in 1993 to be closer to their children. Wayne enjoyed the mountains and did some hiking until his health failed.

Wayne was an avid sports fan and especially enjoyed the Broncos, Rockies and the Avalanche.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 at 2:00pm at Allnutt Funeral Service in Estes Park. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity.