On March 13, 2014, Heather Mary Hooper passed away after a brave and lengthy battle with cancer, remaining optimistic throughout her fight for life. She was preceded in death by her loving parents Mary and Lester Hooper, and her only sibling, Norman Hooper (another sibling died at birth). She is survived by a number of cousins and relatives, and will be fondly remembered by her many friends, acquaintances and associates.
Heather was born July 1, 1949 and raised in Ventura and Summerland. She graduated from Carpentaria High School and moved to Pomona in the late 1970s, which remained her residence for the rest of her life.
Her greatest life passion was family genealogy, and with her intelligence, hard working nature and amazing research skills, she connected with many "new" relatives as the result of putting in long hours of research.
One of her greatest joys was researching the interments at the oldest non-sectarian cemetery in Southern California, Savannah Memorial Park, in Rosemead. Heather became an invaluable asset as a dedicated volunteer and knowledgeable board member for this historic cemetery, and was instrumental in helping Savannah received a California historical Landmark designation. She welcomed requests from relatives of those buried at the cemetery who wanted to learn more about their deceased relatives and was always willing to help in any way she could for the betterment of Savannah.
Heather's dedication and resourcefulness will be missed by all those who knew her and she will forever be admired for her fortitude and determination in living her productive and fulfilling life.
On March 13, 2014, Heather Mary Hooper passed away after a brave and lengthy battle with cancer, remaining optimistic throughout her fight for life. She was preceded in death by her loving parents Mary and Lester Hooper, and her only sibling, Norman Hooper (another sibling died at birth). She is survived by a number of cousins and relatives, and will be fondly remembered by her many friends, acquaintances and associates.
Heather was born July 1, 1949 and raised in Ventura and Summerland. She graduated from Carpentaria High School and moved to Pomona in the late 1970s, which remained her residence for the rest of her life.
Her greatest life passion was family genealogy, and with her intelligence, hard working nature and amazing research skills, she connected with many "new" relatives as the result of putting in long hours of research.
One of her greatest joys was researching the interments at the oldest non-sectarian cemetery in Southern California, Savannah Memorial Park, in Rosemead. Heather became an invaluable asset as a dedicated volunteer and knowledgeable board member for this historic cemetery, and was instrumental in helping Savannah received a California historical Landmark designation. She welcomed requests from relatives of those buried at the cemetery who wanted to learn more about their deceased relatives and was always willing to help in any way she could for the betterment of Savannah.
Heather's dedication and resourcefulness will be missed by all those who knew her and she will forever be admired for her fortitude and determination in living her productive and fulfilling life.
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