Dear Jody,
I cannot find the words to express our sorrow at the loss of Kevin. We had just formed  a friendship about our families and enjoyed telling each other about them. We deeply sympathize with you and your family.

Mary and Arthur Hooper ( Essex, CT)

Dear Jody and Family: We all send our condolences to you. KC was kind and personable, he was gracious and a warm and wonderful teacher and business partner.  All of the staff at DesignLab Chicago and I personally will miss having him to chat with and to trade tales of our children as they're grown up. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you.  Larry Schoeneman

Dear Jody - 

Your husband was clearly one of the most important reasons that the ASU dance majors of his era could muster the courage to put their work on stage. He always found a way to show genuine interest in their ideas and give them confidence that it all would work out just fine.  I was also the beneficiary of KC's encouragement in a short sojourn as acting chair. When I had the opportunity to work with a theater consultant to make much needed changes in PEBE 132, KC was my rock of good judgment and unfaltering support.  I came to recognize what the students knew about KC - although he was always open to new ideas, he would help you understand from the outset which of them were truly realistic and achievable.  That he could always be counted on to give thoughtful and careful consideration to departmental problems and issues is one of the many reasons he was such an esteemed colleage for all of us at ASU Dance.   

But beyond all of that there was also the fact that you could always count on the twinkle in KC's eye and a little smile as he passed you by, no matter how busy and stressful the conditions might be.  His presence had a way of lightening our hearts which always brings clearer perspective. There aren't enough kind and gentle souls like KC in the world - he will be greatly missed.   

Take care and take all the time you need, Jody.  With deepest sympathy, Pam Matt

Hooper Family, Extended Family & Friends: What a joy it was to have had the pleasure to get to know KC, a man filled to over-flowing with concern and compassion for his fellow man. It saddens us to have lost such a good man. My prayers are for understanding, comfort and healing during this difficult time. God Bless.....

K.C. Has been a true friend and an inspiration to myself and so many others in how he lived his life. Always putting others first in a joy filled way.

KC was a wonderful man who loved his family very much and was so proud of his boys. My heart and hugs go out to them.
In his honor and memory, his wish would be for all his friends, etc. to get screened for colon cancer.
That's the least we can do for a man who always made us laugh and smile.

Our deepest sympathies to Jody, Kaulin, Kauner and Kaury.  KC will be missed by many, including his friends at Vincent Lighting who had the pleasure of knowing him for many years.  Whenever he stopped in for a visit, his presence brightened our day

My sincere condolences to KC's family, he spoke of you all so often with great pride and love. He was such a bright spot of joy in our industry, and will continue to be for a long time to come. Much love to you all.

Deepest sympathies to Jody, Kaulin, Kauner, and Kaury. KC was a wonderful man that will truly be missed. He has left a huge void here at Apollo. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Melissa Irk

KC was such a kind, caring, patient man. It was evident that his glass was always half full or overflowing with love and joy. My prayers go out to Jody and family.

I feel the new pain you have with the loss of your loved one.  We're never prepared to say goodbye to those we love and are such an important part of our lives.  Know that KC - your son, your husband and your father - meant so much to all of us that had the  blessing of knowing him.  Lean upon each other; share the love you had for him; and know our prayers are for peace and comfort for you.

I had the pleasure of working with KC for several years now, and I was always impressed with his knowledge and passion for our craft.  He was a good man, and he will be sorely missed.  My heart goes out to all of KC's friends and family during this trying time.

Dear Jody & family, our hearts go out to you.  KC was always a pleasure to work with and I will miss him.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  Gary Kuntz

Jody and Family - I was so sorry to hear about your loss.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I had the joy of working with (and learning from) KC at Arizona State University.  He taught me more about life than about lighting.  Today the world feels a bit darker. . . .  Doug Franz

KC Hooper - A man with bounds of patience, love, courage and dedication.  His knowledge he so happily shared with myself & anyone who wanted to learn.  I will miss KC terribly.  He was an Angel in my eyes; An Angel right here on Earth.  Knowing him will forever be a blessing and I will never forget such a incredible person.  My deepest sympathy to his loving family & all who share with them in this time of greif.

KC was one of a kind. He will be truly missed by all that knew him, especially us here at Apollo. My prayers and thoughts are with his family.

 Dear Jody and Family,

Please accept my deepest sympathies. 

Love,
Vicki

My heartfelt condolences to you Jody, Kaulin, Kauner and Kaury. 
I had the great pleasure of working with KC over the years, learning more about his kind nature than the craft of theater lighting. Gracious and humble with an infectious sense of humor, the room lit up and I felt more relaxed when KC entered. Conversation often turned to our families, with pride beaming in his eyes when Jody and the boys were discussed, enthusiastically detailing martial arts, soccer and daily life in the Hooper household. 
When stressful situations arise I often find myself wondering how KC would react, and then I take a deep breath and sort things out. I think he had this effect on others as well. He couldn't help it and likely didn't even know it. 
My life has been enriched with KC's friendship and I am honored to consider him a mentor, friend and brother. 
God bless you KC and your wonderful family, those who brought you great joy and immense pride.

OBITUARY

Kevin Hooper

February 15, 1955 – December 12, 2012

Berkowitz-Kumin-Bookatz Memorial Chapel

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