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Robert Hooker Obituary

Hooker Sr., Robert J. 70, of Gurnee, passed away suddenly at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. He was born on April 2, 1944 in Chicago. He married Barbara Ingersoll on November 13, 1965 in Chicago. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Barbara Hooker; sons, Robert (Gail) Hooker, Jr. of London, England and Gary (Lisa) Hooker of Lake in the Hills; grandchildren, Trent and Jillian Hooker; sister, Peggy (Ron) Gucwa; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Lorraine (Daly) Hooker; brothers, Michael, Tim and Ray Hooker. A memorial service is Saturday, July 5, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. with a visitation one hour prior to services at WARREN FUNERAL HOME with Fr. James Merold officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by News Sun from Jul. 3 to Jul. 9, 2014.

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Gary Hooker

January 14, 2015

Thank you to Everyone for your kind words. My dad was a great man and he is at peace with the lord now. Best regards. Gary

Kathleen Stevens

July 16, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about Bob's passing. He was a friend and co-worker at Woodland. He will be missed! My prayers are with the family at this sad time.

Marianne Porreca

July 11, 2014

So sorry to here the news of Bob's passing. He was a great bus driver, the kids and coworkers loved him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

July 7, 2014

To the Hooker family. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers go out to you. Please know that in the near future you will be united with your loved one again. Please continue to have faith in God. (Ps.3:5,6)

Janet Markon

July 6, 2014

I was sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. You have my deepest sympathy.

Denise Biarnesen

July 6, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss, Barb. I will miss Bob and future baseball trips. What a shock. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

cheryl layton

July 4, 2014

God bless Bob and his family. He was a wonderful man and we all will miss him

Sue Fillebrown

July 4, 2014

God bless Bob. He will be missed by his Woodland friends.

Sylvia Heidlauf

July 3, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was a co worker of mine at Woodland. Such a nice man. He will be missed.

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