This document is a poem honoring Captain William A. Hood of the U.S. Marine Corps who recently passed away. It expresses how much he will be missed for always being there to support and encourage others to stand proud. Captain Hood taught others to stand tall, was brave and honest, and fought hard for others until the end.

1. There are NO words

2. to describe how much

3. you will be missed

4. you gave more than your all

5. and stood behind us

6. So that we may never fall

7. you taught us to be proud

8. and to stand tall

9. you always had the right words

10. whenever one of us would call

11. You were brave, honest and humble

12. Kept us in line when we fumbled

13. If there is one thing we will miss

14. IT IS THE FACT YOU FAUGHT FOR THIS!

15. In memory of our Father…You will not be forgotten… Captain William A. Hood, U.S.M.C.