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Gay Schnabel Hooper
04/22/1929 — 11/03/2011
From Spokane, WA, US | Born in Brighton, CO
Gay Schnabel Hooper
Gay S. Hooper, 82, lived every moment until November 3, 2011. She was born April 22, 1929 in Brighton, CO to Arthur E. and Dorothy Bray Schnabel.
Gay resided in the Tri-City area for over 50 years. She spent her last year in Spokane WA. Many vacations were spent at Priest Lake at Cabin #9, watching her children and her grandchildren grow, enjoying the beautiful scenery and huckleberry daiquiris. She is survived by her children: sons Robert W. Hooper Jr. spouse Patricia Frazier, Michael S. Hooper, and daughter Sandra Hooper Bennett spouse Charles A. Bennett. Also surviving her are her grandchildren: Richard Warren Hooper, Elizabeth Hooper Frazier and Jennifer Bostrom. She is preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Robert W. Hooper Sr. along with her parents, her brothers William and Art Schnabel, and sister Joy Schnabel.
Gay had a smile and hello for all. She saw the good in every day and even people that met her briefly described her as a "hoot." She will be missed. At the family's request there will be no services.
I’ll always remember the fun I shared with Gay as a friend and a neighbor – the cruises to Northern Europe and Alaska, the lunches and Fridays at the Manor’s happy hour.
Gay’s outstanding sense of humor and her laughter brought cheer to not only me but everyone that she met. She is missed! My prayers are with the family.
Dear, Sandy,
We were so saddened to hear of your great loss. Your mother, Gay, was such a beautiful person inside and out. She was always up and cheerful even when things weren’t going her way. She was a fantastic neighbor and our grandsons, Luke and Logan, will miss her a lot as will Vonnie and I.
Your mother and all of your family continue in our prayers.
God bless,
Ron and Vonnie Bliss
I am so sorry to read about your mom’s passing. Growing up in our rotten teenager years she was like a mom to me as well :- She loved and enjoyed everyone who came over to visit and was always accepting, open minded and kind. Jenny was also sad to read about it and we both hope you are doing okay. Jenny remembers going to your moms house several times and how your mom was so sweet and funny. Her kind heart and caring spirit rippled out to more people then she could possibly imagine. She set a wonderful example in that we should all bring out the best in everyone we meet and love them for who they are. Much love to you and your family and may peace be in all your steps.
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Gay Schnabel Hooper