Andrew Hooker was born January 10,1950 in Lexington, Mississippi to the late Calhoun and
Ollie Hooker. He was a graduate of Marshall High School and attended Malcolm X Junior
College in Chicago, Illinois. In his youth, he attended St. Paul Church of God in Christ, where
Bishop Louis Henry Ford was pastor. Andrew knew the importance of being saved and
accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior.
Andrew had several jobs during his youth (worked at a butcher shop across the street from his
home on California Avenue and Sears Roebuck). His longest tenure on a job was with
Continental Can, where he retired. He had an impeccable work ethic and patience to work
under pressure. He was loved and respected by his coworkers.
Andrew was very active in sports such as golfing
and bowling. He had a heart of gold and a smile
that would melt your heart. Andrew exemplified
warmth, dedication, and would make jokes to keep
you laughing. He loved being around family,
friends and always welcomed everyone with open
arms.
On Saturday, September 4, 2021, God called him
to his eternal home.
The celebration of his life will be continued by: His
devoted fiancé, Heida Curry; his son, Andrew Jr.
(Andy); his daughter, Shawnya; his godson,
Carter; two brothers, Lenell Hooker (Teretha) and
Sheldon Hooker (Linda); his nephews, Corvin,
Johnathan, and Damien (who proceeded him in
death); his niece Alicia; his uncles, Clifton Hooker
and Nathaniel Hooker; stepmother (Louise Hook-
er); and a fond host of other close relatives and
friends.

Facilitator ............................................................................... Elder H. Vincent Price
Scripture Reading .................................................................... Deacon Leroy Barnes
Prayer .................................................................................... Elder Richard Baymon
Special Remarks................................................................................... 2 min. please
Musical Selection .............................................................................. Kimberly Jones
Obituary ............................................................................................ Read Silently
Resolution and acknowledgements ...........................................................................
Special remarks ................................................................................... 2 min. please
Ministry Selection ..................................... Vernon Oliver Price & Elder H. Vincent Price
Words of Comfort ....................................................... Apostle Arnetta Armour-Salaza
Eulogy .......................................................................................... Rev. Bettye Silas
Benediction ...........................................................................................................
Recessional ...........................................................................................................
Monday, September 20, 2021
Wake: 10:00 a.m. Funeral: 11:00 a.m.
Mount Vernon Baptist Church
2622 West Jackson Bld. Chicago, Illinois 60612
Lincoln Cemetery
12300 S Kedzie Ave.
Blue Island, IL 60406
Mount Vernon Baptist Church
2622 West Jackson Boulevard
Chicago, Illinois 60612