Obituaries
E. Paul Hoop, Jr., 85
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
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Nancy,
With much sadness I read of Paul’s death. I truly understand the pain you will be experincing. It was two years on Dec.2 that Doug died.
I will remember Paul with such fondness .Remember how people thought he and Doug were brothers?
I pray that you will know and feel God’s healing Grace and Love in the difficult days ahead.
With sympathy and Love,
Lois Beck
From the moment Paul and Nancy and family moved in next door we knew a special relationship was established.Many picnics, New Years Eve gatherings, Church functions, and back yard chats solidified that relationship. We know Paul is in a better place but he will not be forgotten.
Audrey & Gene Hannum
Donna and I were deeply sorry to read about Paul’s passing. Please accept our sincere and deepest sympathy at this difficult time. May your inner strength help you cope with these difficult circumstances. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Merle & Donna Schnee
Nancy, Paul III, & Betsy, How I leaned on Paul and Doug Beck after Cecil’s death! I remember saying to all of Cec’s employees & agents, "Please give me one year of your time & expertise, while I get better acquainted with this business." Paul & Doug gave me not just one year but many years. They were there to help me & Erin in every way that they could. They brought ‘sparkle’ to our office, exchanging good information with the inside Customer Service Reps and Agents after an inspection in the field. Their background in the insurance business brought much expertise that otherwise Erin & I would not have had access to. But most of all we remember their joy, laughter and as I said, a special ‘sparkle’ they brought to us all.
