Gilbert Norman Hooker

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Gilbert Norman Hooker - Graveside Service

Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery

5310 Milners Rd, Suffolk, VA 23434

October 13, 2022

11:00am

Gilbert Norman Hooker - Celebration of Life

Virginia Beach Christian Church

2225 Rose Hall Dr. Virginia Beach, VA 23454

October 14, 2022

1:00pm

11 Condolences

  1. What a beautiful life of service he lived. Our deepest condolences to you, Connie and your family. Love the hughes

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  2. My heart truly goes out to you and your family, Connie. There are no words to express what all of you are going through. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Terry Ross and family

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    • So sorry for your loss, Connie. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. But l am so very glad for the many happy years you had together!!

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  3. I am very sorry to hear of Gib’s passing. We were both pilots in VF-32 in the 70’s and Gib truly inspired us all with his dry wit, kindness, and true professionalism. All our best to Connie and the rest of his family as we have all lost a truly great American.

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  4. Elizabeth & family..May the loving memories, carry you through this delicate time in your lives. Fondly, Ellen

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  5. Gib was the only wingman I ever had, on his first cruise aboard USS Ranger in 1970-1971. He was steady, skilled and friendly. He learned quickly. Always understated, he was dependable and gently assertive. I’ve never flown into or over Texas without thinking of the kind, quiet guy from Weatherford.

    Connie, your loss is considerable. You married a good man, dad and grandfather. All of his friends remember him fondly.

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  6. He lived an amazing life and was able to enjoy and share it with his family. Rest In Peace Mr Hooker and thank you for your years of service to the people of this country!

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  7. Connie

    All that a man can ask for is that he is loved by his family and respected by his peers. Gib was all that many times over. My room mate on USS John F Kennedy for several cruises and a life long friend, Gib was special to me and my family, I can assure you many tears were shed when we heard of his passing. Connie, rest comfortably in the knowledge that you were a tremendous wife and partner and that he loved you dearly.

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  8. Connie, Suzanne joins me in expressing our most sincere condolences over Gib’s passing. I was privileged to have flown and served with Gib. He was an exceptional pilot, an outstanding Officer and most importantly a true friend! He will be missed!

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  9. My heart is heavy with emotion of childhood memories of my cousin Gib (Gibby). Our families lived together when our dads were away during WWIi. Gib’s values and loving nature followed throughout his life. My blessings to his extended family.

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    • Thank you all for your kind and caring thoughts and condolences. Your words have brought comfort to me and my family at this difficult time.
      Connie

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