Gary Ernest Hood, 73, of Huntington, passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2021 in St. Mary's Medical Center. Gary was born March 9, 1947 in Clarksburg, WV, a son of the late Jay Robert "Bob" and Lena Lucille "Lou" Starkey Hood. An infant brother, Jimmy Hood also preceded him in death. He enjoyed building cars and entering car shows, was a member of the Tri-State Hot Rod Association, and enjoyed Appalachian history and folklore. But his real passion was his cars. He retired from XPO Logistics as a truck driver. Survivors include his loving wife of nearly 50 years, Caherine A. Hiner Hood; a daughter and her spouse, Catherine Elissa and Daniel Herlihy of Reno, NV; a son and his wife, James Michael and Michele Hood of Kings Beach, CA; 4 grandchildren, Adeline Herlihy and Juliette Herlihy, Everett Hood and Waylon Hood; and numerous friends, neighbors and acquaintances. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Chapman's Mortuary is assisting the family.