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James Hooper was born on February 11, 1939, in Barberton, Ohio, the only boy among seven children to the late James and Monda Hooper. He was a graduate of Fort Lauderdale High School, Class of 1957, where he played football, and later attended the University of Akron.

James served proudly as a United States Marine before beginning a 38-year career with the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company. Through his work in security, he built enduring …

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What were James's favorite songs or musical artists?
Gospel quartets and bluegrass like the Cathedrals, the Gaithers, Larry Sparks
Gospel quartets and bluegrass like the Cathedrals, the Gaithers, Larry Sparks
Gospel quartets and bluegrass like the Cathedrals, the Gaithers, Larry Sparks
What were James's favorite foods?
Chicken n Dumplings, peach cobbler, fried chicken, biscuits n apple butter, fresh fr…
Chicken n Dumplings, peach cobbler, fried chicken, biscuits n apple butter, fresh from the gar…
Chicken n Dumplings, peach cobbler, fried chicken, biscuits n apple butter, fresh from the garden tomatoes and corn alo…
What were James's favorite artists or styles of art?
Oil paintings of scenery
Oil paintings of scenery
Oil paintings of scenery
What was James's favorite color?
Blue
Blue
Blue

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Born

February 11th, 1939
Barberton, OH
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Graduated from high school

1957
Ft Lauderdale High School, Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Got married to Deloris Hooper

1966
Akron, OH

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