Birth date: Oct 14, 1937 Death date: Feb 14, 2019
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The Reverend Eddie F. Hooker, 81, of Cleveland, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday morning, February 14th 2019, with his loving wife by his side. He was a Baptist minister for over 50 years pastoring 10 churches, preaching the gospel saying he wasn’t a perfect man, but preached about the only perfect man who ever lived. He loved to do many things including fishing near Watts Bar Dam, hunting Ginseng, watching Tennessee Volunteer sports, spending time with his son’s family and granddaughters. Most of all he enjoyed spending every day with the love of his life Polly. He was preceded in death by his parents: Dude and Edna Hooker; brothers: Cecil, Jess, Vance and Huel Hooker; and a sister, Lucretia Gates. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Polly Rose Hooker; son, Chip Hooker and his wife, Tanya; Granddaughter’s Taylar, Lola & Phoebe Hooker. Sister in Laws Margie Hooker & Faye Hooker as well as many nieces and nephews. A private Remembrance of Life service was held, February 18th, 2019, at the Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services North Ocoee Chapel in Cleveland with the Rev. Ken Purdie, Frank Redman & David Disney officiating. Music was provided by the Boanerges Trio. Interment will be at The Cumberland Shed cemetery in Polk County. The Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services North Ocoee Chapel has charge of the arrangements. You may share your condolences and your memories with the Hooker family at www.jimrushfuneralhomes.com.Read Obituary
I'm sorry I was not aware of Preacher Eddies's passing until today. He was my pastor at Short Creek Baptist several years ago. He had a good sense of humor and down to earth personality. We heard some good sermon during his stay. Prayers for Polly and the family. Sincerely, Deb (Parker) Boyd.
In our prayers and thoughts Family of Jim & Effie Ballew Bishop
I so remember going to Polly and Eddie's and him and Daddy going frog gigging then bring them home and cooking frog legs,watching them jump out of the pan was so much fun. I loved you Eddie Polly Love you and miss seeing you sorry I couldn't be there but you are in my heart.
Karen Baxter
I am so sorry Polly for the loss of Eddie! As you know the Evans's and Hooker's go back for more than 65 years and miles and years have separated us but the love and memories are still fresh! I don't believe any family has influenced my like as much as the Hooker's have. My heart is heavy and full at the same time. When we all get to Heaven I hope we will know each other as we do now cause I would love to tell them all Thank you for showing the Evans's the way! We will be praying for you all!
Love and Prayers Bill and Dianna Knack (Evans)
Eddie was the pastor for the revival at Holly Creek Baptist Church in Chatsworth the night I was saved!!! He worked for my Father at Superior Loopers for awhile and made everyone smile! He always had a smile on his face! And I here he enjoyed Rambo the bulldog so much. I was glad to see Rambo find a good and proper home! I am sorry for your loss! He was a wonderful person!!!
Eddie officiated at our wedding in 1965 and we had the privilege of having him as our pastor at Samples Memorial for several years. He and Ron were fishing buddies. Eddie and Polly were an inspiration to us as we grew in our spiritual lives. We loved them dearly.
Eddie and Polly were at Chestuee Baptist back in the 60's when my family moved from Army life to Calhoun, TN. Rev Hooker and Polly were great friends of my mom, dad, Grandpa and Grandma for years. Eddie did my dad's graveside in 04. Polly and family, we are so sad for your loss but know that we will all see one another again one day. Love you all. Jenny Cope Shoemaker
