My pal Orley Hood...

[Rick Cleveland]

http://msfame.com/news-updates/orley-hood-for-this-writer-an-inspiration/

[dogshiek]

Rest in peace Orley.

[Red Sox Dawg]

Thanks for the stories, Rick. Orley was indeed a great writer. You could see his stories in your mind as he wrote them. He painted a clear picture. He will be missed.

[slickdawg]

Thanks for sharing Rick!

[Pollodawg]

ETA: My bad. Just read the article. RIP, Orley.

[slickdawg]

Orley passed away early this morning after a battle with Lukemia.

[rabbitthedawg]

Here is a good story Orley wrote: http://msfame.com/orley/orley-on-bailey-and-the-essence-of-heroes/