James Hooker Obituary

Jim Hooker, a long time resident of Colorado Springs left the "Long Gray Line" on September 30, 2011, he was 84. He was born in Medford, Massachusetts on November 12, 1926 to Dr. James F. Hooker and Grace (White) Hooker who preceded him in death. Jim graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y. in 1948. His military career of nearly three decades took him on many assignments across the globe. Jim is survived by his wife Ann, son James III (Deborah), sister Lois, a niece and nephews. He was loved by family and friends and will be greatly missed. There will be no local service as it was his desire to be buried at his beloved West Point (TBD). Jim was a patron to many charitable organizations of the Pikes Peak region and a Life Member of the Horticultural Arts Society of Colorado Springs. In lieu of flowers please make a contribution in his name to the Horticultural Arts Society, P.O. Box 7706, Colorado Springs, Co. 80933. Tributes and condolences may be made on the website: www.allveterans.com "Duty, Honor, Country"