E. Paul Hoop, Jr., 85, of Lititz, passed away peacefully at Moravian Manor with his loving wife, Nancy, of 60 years by his side on Monday, December 17, 2012.  Born in Washington, PA, he was the son of the late Dr. E.P. Hoop and Daisy (Phillips) Hoop.

Paul graduated in 1949 from Washington & Jefferson College, Washington, PA.  As a certified life underwriter, Paul's career was devoted to the insurance industry.  A veteran, he served in the U.S. Army.  He was a member of Beta Theta Pi Fraternity, Shriners International and Highland Presbyterian Church, Lancaster, PA.  Paul was a member of a Masonic lodge in Washington, PA for over 60 years.

In addition to his wife, Nancy, Paul is survived by a daughter, Elizabeth Hoop Fay, wife of Joseph B.G. Fay, of Malvern, PA; a son, E. Paul Hoop, III, husband of Rita C. Hoop, of Ashburn, VA; and four granddaughters, Karen E. Hoop, Amanda J. Hoop, Julia E. Fay and Maura S. Fay.

Paul was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley H. Rice.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11AM on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at Highland Presbyterian Church, 500 East Roseville Road, Lancaster, PA 17601 with Rev. Ann Osborne officiating.  Family and friends will be received from 10-11AM at the church.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Paul's name to the Alzheimer's Association, South Central PA Chapter, 3544 N. Progress Ave., Suite 205, Harrisburg, PA 17110 or to Highland Presbyterian Church.  To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100