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Ray Hooks Obituary

RAY HOOKS December 9, 1919 - September 2, 2006. Ray is preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Gladys; he is survived by his daughters Jill Bemis (Brint Milward) and Mary Abrahamson (Jeff); 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Ray was born on a farm in Blair, Nebraska and moved to Tucson in 1947. He is a retired salesman who has spent his happiest retired years gardening, fishing, woodworking and caring for his two dogs. His greatest joy was helping grandchildren learn to fish and helping neighbors and friends with all manner of repairs. He came to everyone's aid and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Humane Society. Arrangements by EVERGREEN MORTUARY & CEMETERY , N. Oracle & W. Miracle Mile Rd.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Sep. 5, 2006.

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