This city was greatly shocked and saddened Monday night shortly after nine o'clock when the people learned of the sudden death of W.H. Hooper at the home of his son, Gene Hooper. Mr. Hooper was one of the best known and most familiar men on our streets. He was known and loved by everyone, and his sudden passing was a shock that caused the whole community to grieve.

Mr. Hooper was feeling very well all day Monday and worked hard all day, helping his son on a construction job. He hauled several loads of gravel for the job and quit work about seven o'clock. He retired early and after getting up for a drink of water, retired again and passed away quietly. Neighbors and medical aid were called in and everything loved ones could do was done to revive him, but to no avail.

William Howell Hooper was born in Tennessee February 16, 1860. He was 69 years of age on his last birthday. His health had always been good, and he was capable of doing as much work as a younger man. He came to Texas in an early day, settling near Austin. He was married 52 years ago to Miss. Margaret Wilkerson, and to this happy union were born nine children, six of whom survive. Before moving to Moran about 8 years ago, Mr. and Mrs. Hooper lived in Oklahoma six years. He was engaged in farming practically all his life.

Mr. Hooper was an honest man, a man who loved his family dearly and their slightest wish was granted in his power. He lived for his loved ones and his friend and many are the deeds that can be recalled that he did for his friends and family. Mr. Hooper was of a friendly disposition, always happy and pleasant, which accounts largely for his host of friends in Moran and in other communities where he lived. He joined the Baptist Church in early manhood and a year ago united with the local Methodist Church with his wife, who was formerly a member of the Christian Church. He was a supporter of the church and a strong believer in the work carried on by churches.

Deceased is survived by his loving wife, two sons and four daughters, E.A. Hooper of Moran, (Texas), I.H. Hooper of Waco, (Texas), Mrs. L.T. Whitlow of Waco, (Texas), Mrs. Etta Oaken of Waco, (Texas), Mrs. L.C. Smith of Satin, (Texas), and Mrs. O.F. Mantooth of Moran, (Texas). Twenty-four grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren survive, as does one brother, Jim Hooper of Missouri and two sisters, Mrs. Lon Martin of Austin, (Texas), and Mrs. Klepper of near McKinney (Texas),.

Funeral services were held at the Methodist church Monday afternoon at 4 o'clock, conducted by the Rev. J.E. Boyd of Albany, former pastor of the Moran church_, assisted by Rev. G.W. Montgomery of the local church. Interment was made at the Moran cemetery. The church was filled to capacity and a number were forced to remain outside the church during the services. The floral offering was large and beautiful, a silent tribute to the deceased.

Pallbearers were C.C. Duff, Glenn Luttrell, C.C.Scott, R.Y. Black, Will Townsend, and Oscar Wise.

Mrs. W.H. Hooper, former resident of Moran, passed away Tuesday morning at the home of her son, E.A. Hooper, in Abilene. Mrs. Hooper bad been in failing health for some time and for the past six weeks had been confined to her bed.

Mrs. Hooper was born in Springfield, Mo., July 17, 1858, being 76 years, 7 months and 9 days of age. She was married to William Howell Hooper July 11, 1877. Her maiden name was Miss. Margaret Jane Wilkerson. Mr. and Mrs. Hooper lived in Oklahoma, and in 1921 moved to Moran. (note 1) These people and their fine family of children made a host of friends in Moran. Mrs. Hooper was a devout Christian, being a member of the Methodist church at Abilene at the time of her death. She united with the Church of Christ at the age of 12, and joined the Methodist a number of years ago with her husband. Mr. Hooper passed away here June 3, l929.

A few years ago Mrs. Hooper moved to Abilene with her son, E.A. Hooper, with whom she made her home until her death.

The body was brought to Moran Wednesday afternoon where funeral services were held at the local Methodist church. A large crowd of Moran friends were present, and a number of friends from Abilene and other points were present₉ Services were held at 2:00 o'clock, conducted by Rev. Luther Kirk of Abilene. Dr. McKowen and Rev. J.H. Crawford assisted in the services. Dr. McKowen, who had personally known Mrs. Hooper for many years, paid a beautiful tribute to her life. Two songs were rendered by Messrs. J.A. and A. B. Cockrell.

Following the service at the church the body was laid to rest in the Moran cemetery beside the grave of her husband.

Pallbearers were J.B. Walls, A.B. Cockrell, J.A. Cockrell, of Abilene; and R.Y. Black, Oscar Wise and Floyd C. Pool of Moran. A large floral offering was sent by friends of the family. The friends of the family here extend sympathy.

Funeral services for Lloyd Benson McSpadden 1421 South Allegheny will be held at 3:00 PM, Thursday in the Assembly of God Church.

McSpadden, 67 died Tuesday at Medical Center Hospital following an illness of about 10 days.

Rev. M.D. Williams, pastor of First Assembly of God Church, will officiate, assisted by Rev. Joe White, pastor of Vine Avenue Baptist Church.

Burial will be Resthaven Cemetery, Midland, directed by Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home here.

McSpadden was retired tank setter for Black Sivalls and Bryson, Inc.

He was born Sept. 28, 1996, in Liberty Hill, and was married Dec. 20, 1917, in Lamesa to Annabelle Jones.

The family moved to Odessa in 1937 from McCamey, McSpadden was a member of the McCamey Baptist Church.

Graveside rites for Mattie Ruth Costin, 82 of Sweetwater, a former Lamesa resident, will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at Lamesa Cemetery with Rev. Malcolm Brown and Dr. Don Goates of First Baptist Church of Sweetwater, officiating.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday in the McCoy Chapel of Memories in Sweetwater.

Mrs. Costin died 10:15 a.m. Friday at a Roscoe nursing home.

Born in Georgetown she lived in Lamesa from 1918 until 1972 when she moved to Lamesa.

Graveside services for Loretta Fern Smith, 91, of Odessa are scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday in Sunset Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Kerry Peacock officiating.

Mrs. Smith died Sunday at Medical Center Hospital. She was born June 17, 1900, in Beaver Harbor, New Brunswick, Canada. She married Leonard Smith in Cambridge, Mass.

Mrs. Smith was a Baptist and a homemaker. She moved to Odessa in 1974 from Cambridge, Mass.

Survivors include two daughters, Catherine Richards of Plymouth, Mass, and Thelma Wilkinson of Odessa; a son, Donald Crandall of Northport, Fla; a stepson, Harold Smith of Portland, Ore; seven grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

CLYDE (RNS) -- Mrs. Annie Cook, 88, died about 12:30 a.m. Monday in Hendrick Memorial Hospital in Abilene following a three day illness.

She resided at 865 Kirkwood in Abilene.

Funeral will be Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. in the First Baptist Church in Clyde with the Rev. H.B. Terry of the Temple Baptist Church of Abilene officiating, assisted by the Rev. Glen Ward of Cherry Heights Baptist Church of Clyde. Burial will be in Eula Cemetery with Bailey funeral Home in charge.

Nephews will serve as pall bearers.

Born Dec. 27, 1883, in Thurber, she married Richard Wilson Cook in 1909 in Clyde. She lived in the Clyde area, moving to Midway community in 1923. She moved to Abilene in 1961. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Baird.

Her husband died in 1929. She also was preceded in death by two daughters, Mrs. A. W. Gibson in 1964 and Alma Pearl Cook in 1938.