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JAMES HOOKS Obituary

JAMES WALTER HOOKS
Transitioned unexpectedly from this earthly life on Tuesday, May 1, 2018. Left to cherish fond memories are his beloved wife, Cherryle A. Hooks; his caring children, Jay-Anda Dargan, Shemayne and Christopher Hooks and Robert Goode. There are seven grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, two siblings, Safia Abdullah and Robert Hooks; other relatives and many friends. The family will greet friends on Monday, May 14 from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at Israel Baptist Church, 151 Saratoga Ave., NE, Washington, DC 20018. Interment Quantico National Cemetery, Quantico, VA. Professional services entrusted to John T. Rhines Funeral Home.

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Published by The Washington Post from May 6 to May 15, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for JAMES HOOKS

23 Entries

May 30, 2018

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" (Isaiah 61:1, 2) sustain your family during this challenging time. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.

May 22, 2018

Jimmy, we had history. You will be missed. Condolences to Cheryl Hooks and Robert. Monica Lewis

Christopher Hooks

May 15, 2018

Dad you will be forever missed, you have touched the lives of many with laughter, wisdom and just pure honesty. I say thank you for not only being my Dad but my friend. I hope to aspire to be the man that you were for me and Shemanye. May you rest in peace you earned it.

May 15, 2018

My deepest sympathy to the Hooks Family in the loss of your loved one. Please find comfort in knowing God is close to the brokenhearted. May the God of all comfort give you peace and strength to endure in the days ahead (Jeremiah 29:11,12).
LM

May 13, 2018

Shemayne, I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I know I cant make your pain go away, but I want you to know, Im here with a shoulder or an ear or anything else you need.

Your Friend,
Sabrina Kidd-Bedford

Indigo Goode

May 10, 2018

Jimmy I'll miss u forever..!! Or "JimBo" as I had recently nicknamed u Of course for all of your endless cheer spreading balanced by sharing of knowledge from priceless life experiences. U were my only Grandfather and I never needed another. Ur skills and kind hearted nature can't be replaced. My heart is with Mema, my dad, my aunt and uncle and all of us family. So glad and honored to of had u in my life. Rest well and Love u Always

a loved one

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Andra Powell Henderson

May 9, 2018

My dear Cousin Jimmy...one of my favorites. You were like a brother to my mother. Whenever you were in a room you lit it up with your positive spirit and laughter. I have great memories of you, especially when I was a little girl and thought your name was "James Dodo." I will miss you. May you Rest in Eternal Power and Peace in Paradise, amongst the Ancestors.

Maureen Stewart

May 8, 2018

I remember Jimmy in the early 60's working with his brother Charlie at the Coffee Cart.I had just graduated from high school on my way to enter the convent. Jimmy was a very quite hard working person.Praying that God will give your family some peace and comfort. May you rest in peace.

Robert Goode

May 8, 2018

I will never be the same. You were truly an inspiration to the entire family. You gave me ambition, words of wisdom and a "father figure" to model after when I needed it the most. You were my "Buddy", someone to crack open a cold one with and vent to. You were a genius, "Jack of all trades" and a hell of a cook. Thanks Giving and Christmas will never be the same without you. Although you will be forever in our hearts, you will be truly missed. I love you and appreciate you for all that you have done. May God rest his hand on your soul for you have been a blessing to so many lives.

Ed De Shae

May 7, 2018

Pleased & honored to have known Jimmy as a creative spirit & master builder at the DC Black Repertory Company. He's joined the Ancestors!

Dennis Washington

May 7, 2018

CH, I often would hear you talk about your Dad and how much you care about him. I never met your Dad, but know how wonderful and supportive he was to you & your family. You will gradually find comfort in all the happy memories. Sending love to you and all your family. Take care and hang all in there.

Ddubya-

Jen Brown

May 7, 2018

I am extending my condolences to the family of James Hooks. May the entire family find peace in knowing that God cares for you and will help you during these difficult times. 1 Peter 5:6,7

Jacqueline Daughtry-Miller

May 7, 2018

God bless your family and God speed!

Quintina Hampton

May 7, 2018

Rest In Peace Uncle Jimmy

Sancha Lee

May 6, 2018

Well I must say God got a good one!! Jimmy I got to know you through a very special extended family of my the Mackeys, you know we had some great times you where always a great talker and worker Bee lol I am proud to have had the opportunity to have meet you. I know this is a sad time for your family and I hope they find some kind of peace with Gods choice to bring you home to be with all Heavens other angels! Rest In Peace. My friend.

Chester Sims II

May 6, 2018

Jimmy, thanks for everything that you taught me; it has served me well in my journey in Theatre & Life. Rest, Brother.

Joy Hooks

May 6, 2018

My Dear Uncle Jimmy....love you so and will miss you much, forever in my heart!
Grace to All our Family as we mourn this deep loss.
From Joy Hooks with Love.