Scott Gossman of Gossman knives has reported on BF that his friend and well known survivalist Ron Hood has passed away. He passed in his sleep last night. He doesn't say the cause but i know he was battling cancer and it most likely was related.

RIP Ron.

Here is what his wife Karen posted
http://www.hoodswoods.net/IVB/index...526260&st=0&#entry526260

Posted Today, 11:52 AM
To those of you who don't know, today is the first day that our son Jesse does not have a daddy. The first day in over 20 years that I do not have my best friend, love and husband.

It is with great sadness that I have to announce that Ron passed away in his sleep last night. Our alarm went off this morning as he set it for 8 am and he just did not wake up.

This is the day we were scheduled to leave for our EOTW gathering in Salmon Idaho. Ron, I and Jesse will not be coming.

I just want to scream from the top of my lungs that I love Ron so much that it hurts and that both Jesse and I have been blessed having him in our lives.

I will write more as I get a chance.

Jesse and I love you so much Ron. You were the best husband, friend, teacher and daddy I could ever imagine having.

-Karen and Jesse Hood

Prayers sent to his family. May he find peace and know no pain.

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Very sad.
Prayers sent for his family.
RIP Ron Hood.

Prayers sent.

A class act. Enjoyed his writing. May his loved ones find peace and comfort.

Prayers for those left to mourn. May the GOOD times brought to the forefront, to keep him alive in their hearts.

I had the chance to talk to Ron and Karen a couple of times and this is a great loss to the outdoor community. He was a great teacher and true gentleman and I will miss him.
Rest in peace Ron and prayers to your family.

Prayers sent.

Very sad, prayers sent.

Prayers sent.