Rory Antonio Hooper
Rory Antonio Hooper, 52 years old, of Uniontown Pennsylvania passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 9, 2011 after a long struggle with multiple sclerosis.
Rory graduated from Uniontown Area Senior High and worked with his Dad at Robena and Carmichael Mines. Rory was an inspiration to his family and all who knew him for his caring, cheerful, unselfish and uncomplaining spirit. He was always concerned with how others were feeling. Rory was a loyal and enthusiastic fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was never happier than watching his team, talking about the games and the players.
Rory was survived by his sisters and brothers: Rodney Lamont (Mary), Estelle (Robert), Barry, Vaughn, Michele (Lemuel), Kevin (Monique), and Robin (Stanton).
Rory was preceded in death by his parents, Percy and Beatrice; sisters Dawnielle, Doris, and Audrienne.
Rory left behind a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends, who will greatly miss him.
Visitation will be held in Mt. Ararat, Cardale Road, Republic, PA. on Friday, April 15, 2011 from 4 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Mt. Ararat, followed immediately by interment at Sylvan Heights Cemetery, Uniontown.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the LANTZ FUNERAL HOME INC. 297 E. Main St., Uniontown, Pa.