John Edgar Hooker Jr.

John Edgar Hooker Jr.

Mar 30, 1955 - Feb 15th, 2025
  • Birth Date: Mar 30, 1955
  • Death Date: Feb 15, 2025
  • Funeral Date: Feb 21, 2502, 1:00 pm
  • Location: St. Lukes's Episcopal Church, North Little Rock, Arkansas
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Biography: John Edgar Hooker Jr, born on March 30, 1955, passed away on February 15, 2025, surrounded by a lifetime’s worth of friends, family, and loved ones.

John was preceded in death by his wife of 35 years, Melba. He was a courageous and gentle soul, and carried a tremendous thirst for adventure, life, and the little moments.

He is lovingly remembered by his three children, Hannah, James, and John, devoted partner Jannine, and an immeasurable wealth of family, friends, and community.

His family will be forever grateful for the love he espoused for all people, the incredible example set by his life, and his unflinching dedication to do what was right.

A funeral will be held on Friday, February 21 at 1pm at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in North Little Rock, with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family asks only for donations to St. Francis House.

We’ll never stop loving you, Dad. Arrangements are under the direction of RuebelFuneralHome.com

Condolences(06)
Lou Miller Shell
#6
Feb 19th, 2025 9:52 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. John and I grew up in the same neighborhood. We went to all the same schools through high school. It is so sad to lose another friend from childhood. Prayers for the family.
Cynthia Evans
#5
Feb 19th, 2025 4:24 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
May God comfort you through his word, the Bible,
and the gift of prayer. Thinking of you all.
Molly Stitsworth
#4
Feb 19th, 2025 12:25 am
My heart is with you all, Hooker family and all who loved your sweet father. May you be surrounded by love as you celebrate his life. Holding you in my prayers.
Dianne Brakebill Robinson
#3
Feb 18th, 2025 7:35 pm
Sending my sincere sympathy to all of your friends and family.
Class of PBHS 1973
Dianne Robinson
Jane Carfagno
#2
Feb 18th, 2025 2:55 pm
I am heartbroken for all of you to hear this news. I am so very sorry. Your father was such a light in this world.
Kerstin and Kurt Gates
#1
Feb 18th, 2025 12:23 am
We are so sorry for your loss. His personality lit up the room. We are grateful that we were able to get to know him. We will miss him dearly.

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