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John Hooker Obituary
April 12, 1931 - February 2, 2026
John P. Hooker of Roanoke, VA, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, after a brief illness.
He is survived by his wife, Myrtle; his daughter, Karen King (Andrew) of Plano, TX; his grandchildren, Michelle Joyner (Robert) and Jessica Doherty; and his great-grandchildren, Joules, Ames, Olivia, and Liam, all of Texas.
He was in preceded in death by his daughter, Melissa Hooker.
John was a retired banker starting his career at Colonial American. He was a member of Cave Spring Masonic Lodge Shriners of Roanoke. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Oakey's South Chapel from 2 to 4 p.m. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Sherwood Memorial Park with speaker Melanie Bond. Condolences may be shared with his family by visiting www.Oakeys.com.
Oakey's Funeral Service - South Chapel
Roanoke, VA (540) 989-3131
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Anna Craddock
February 11, 2026
I remember him from Colonial American bank in the 70´s. Such a nice man. Condolences to his family
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