Elvin Linwood Hooper, 72, of Buxton, NC died Thursday, November 4, 2021, at his home.
A native of Salvo, NC, he was born July 9, 1949, to the late Elenora Louise Worth Hooper and Edward Francis Hooper.
A 1968 graduate of Cape Hatteras High School, Elvin continued his education at Elizabeth City State University, Wake Tech Community College, and Lenior Community College.
Elvin was a dedicated teacher for Dare County Schools. He was also an employee of the NCDOT, Cape Hatteras Electric Cooperative Board of Directors, and a certified plumbing, mechanical, building, electrical, and fire inspector for 25 years
An avid fisherman, he held two International Game Fish Association world record drum catches. He was an author of two published books and a well-renowned musician and songwriter. He volunteered his time as a coach, leading softball, and tennis teams to championships. His greatest accomplishment was his daughter Kristina.
Elvin enjoyed duck hunting, fishing, coaching, Sunday rides on the beach, starting new projects at his home, building sheds with his class and caring for his loving wife Debra.
Mr. Hooper is survived by his wife, Debra Midgett Hooper of Buxton; daughter, Kristina Hooper of Morehead City; granddaughter, Kirra Ann Giblin of Morehead City; sister-in-law, Jean Hooper of Salvo; nephew, Kenny Hooper and his wife Kathy and their children, Aaron and Amanda; and niece, Hilda Clifton and her husband Jimmy and their children, Ryon and Jesiree. Nephews Stanley J Kee, II and his son Stanley Kee, III. Niece Shanna Davis her husband Shane Davis and their daughter Kinley Davis
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Burtis Hooper; and two sisters, both named Vivian Hooper, who died during childhood.
A memorial service and celebration of his life will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in the Cape Hatteras Secondary School gymnasium.
Donations may be sent to the family to assist with future medical and assisted living costs for Mr. Hooper’s wife, Debra (https://gofund.me/7e207131).
Twiford Funeral Homes, Outer Banks is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.TwifordFH.com.
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Audrey Blythe
We are so sorry to learn of Elvin’s passing. Our prayers are with the family during this time.
Lucie and Matt Nuzzo
Our deepest condolences to all of you. Sending strength and love during this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Matt and Lucie Nuzzo
Ann and Sid
Elvin was truly a one- of-kind person. He made everyone smile as soon as they saw him! Such a generous and caring man. We are all blessed to have known him.
Our thoughts, prayers, snd virtual hugs are with Debra and Kristina.
Bob and Janice Keys
Elvin was a great friend. He will be greatly missed. Our thought and prayers go out to Elvin’s family.
Victoria Bowles
Rest in peace cousin Elvin, you will be greatly missed. I have many happy thoughts of when you came to NJ to visit when we were kids. With Love Vicky
LYNNE CASO
My heart is so heavy for the loss of my dear cousin Elvin and for Debra, Kristina and Kirra Ann. I have so many wonderful memories and pictures from when we were kids thru out the years. As we grew older we even became closer as if we were sister and brother. I loved him for his generous, kind, and BIG HEART! I will forever miss him! He was a great & devoted husband, father,grandfather, uncle, brotherinlaw,devoted friend to many & most of all the Best Cousin ! I send my prayers & love to Debra, Kristina & little Kirra. My heartfelt love, Lynne
Mitchell Bateman
Elvin was a great man and a good friend. He loved kids and was an excellent teacher. He was the reason many young men graduated from Cape Hatteras School. God bless him.
LeighLeigh
a life well lived
Allison Rucker
i am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all the family!
Kristina
Thank You to everyone for your kind words and shared memories of my father. I knew my Daddy touched many people throughout his life and hearing from others, like yourselves, helps my mother, myself and Kirra grieve his absence from our physical life. I know he will always be with us in our hearts and live thru the memories we share about and with him. There will never be another man like Elvin Hooper and I’m so proud of this man, who was or “is” my daddy. I love and miss him more than words can describe….he was my everything. Thank you all AGAIN for the love and support as we move forward. -Kristina Ann Hooper