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Dean Hooper

1943 - 2019

BORN

1943

DIED

2019

Dean Hooper Obituary

Dean Charles Hooper, born on Sept. 25, 1943, in Roseville, Mich., died peacefully at home in Eagle River, Alaska, on Oct. 2, 2019, of heart failure. He was blessed with many friends, most of whom came to visit in his final days. He is survived by his son, Branden Dean Hooper; and his grandson, Tristen Dean Hooper.
Dean was a retired auto mechanic, a passionate gunsmith and was very active in his community of gun enthusiasts and collectors.
As per his wishes, no service will be held. His ashes will be scattered in a private event by his immediate family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Anchorage Daily News on Oct. 29, 2019.

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Larry Fay

October 23, 2024

Went to a Gun Show last weekend. Walking past the tables, I was reminded of stopping at Dean's tables to BS, buy, and trade. Last time I saw Him was at His house. We traded my Contender .45 LC/.410 barrel for His .218 barrel. An enjoyable, yet sad visit due to His health. I miss Dean and think of Him often.

Abe R Bradt

November 30, 2020

"The Buss links"!

Abe Bradt

April 9, 2020

A great friend for about 60 years! We go way back to Michigan in the 60s.
Fly on.......rest in peace, good friend.

Sue Layman

November 14, 2019

Loved my cousin. Will miss him.

Steve Berg

November 9, 2019

I knew Larry Calderone,a wonderful gentleman.
Mr Dean Hooper was also a gentle,skilled friend.
May they both rest in final peace.

Lawrence Calderone

November 1, 2019

Dean was a good friend to my father Larry Calderone. When my mom passed away and my dad was feeling lost, Dean checked in on him and included him in get togethers with other friends and activities. When my father was ill, Dean visited him regularly until he passed. I will never forget how gracious Dean was to my father. He made a difference when it counted. May God bless Dean.

Mike Brucher

October 30, 2019

Travel well my friend.

Larry Fay

October 30, 2019

Dean lives in the hearts of all of us who were fortunate to know Him.

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