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Bill was born on October 19, 1939 to Robert E. and Lela B. Hooper in Plainview, TX. He was reared and educated in Plainview and graduated from Plainview High School in 1957 as Salutatorian. Bill continued his education at the University of Texas and graduated in 1961 with a Bachelor's in Arts and majoring in Mathematics with honors. After graduation he went on to work for Boeing and Litton Ingalls before returning to Plainview. Once here, he worked for Bob Hooper Motor Company and as a manager in the farm industry most of his life until his recent retirement in 2018. One of Bill's favorite pastimes was reading. He also enjoyed playing games such as bingo, monopoly and ping pong. He was a member of Plainview Masonic Blue Lodge #709, Shriners, Scottish Rite and Acadia Fraternity. Bill was an all-around good person who loved to help anyone in need and will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother: Robert S. Hooper.
Bill is survived by two nephews: Denman Hooper of Tulsa and John Hooper and wife Debbie of Coweta, OK; one cousin: Nancy Slaton; good friend: Brandon Bennett of Lubbock; and caregiver of over 8 years: Dale Castaneda.
Memorials can be made to Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, 2222 Welborn St, Dallas, TX 75219.
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Melinda Thompson Hampton
November 25, 2019
Bill was one of my dad's best friends and dearly loved by the entire Thompson family. He was a fun, unique individual and fellow Longhorn with my husband. Rest In Peace, Bill. I know Daddy was waiting for you with scotch in hand.
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Mary Prutzman Tomsu
November 9, 2019
Many great memories of growing up together with Bill on West Crestway in Plainview, and graduating from high school in 1957! Many days/evening spent playing games and having fun in the full basement of his home. Loved his mom,too!Sure he was well loved in this life time, and will be missed dearly!! May he Rest in God's Heavenly PEACE!
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