DETROIT – Rev. Nicholas Hood Sr., an activist, religious leader and former Detroit City Council member, died on Sunday at the age of 92.
His sons announced his passing online.
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Nicholas Hood Sr. June 21st 1923- April 10th 2016. Rest In Peace.
Posted by Steve Hood on Sunday, April 10, 2016
He was elected to the City Council in 1965, and served for 28 years.
Statement from Mayor Mike Duggan:
"Rev. Hood was a dedicated servant of his God and of his city and was a true icon of social justice. Everything he strived for and achieved as civil rights leader, a minister and an honorable member of City Council was for the sole purpose of lifting up the people of Detroit. Above all, Rev. Hood was a great family man and I am sure his family will continue his legacy."
Statement from Wayne County Executive Warren Evans:
"I will always admire Rev. Nicholas Hood Sr. for his political courage. He vigorously fought against discrimination; rallied the community to support the disadvantaged and created new opportunities for people displaced by urban renewal. Rev. Hood's activism helped to shape the landscape of leadership in the City of Detroit. My heart and thoughts go out to his family, as they have been so instrumental in continuing the legacy of this revered community leader."