Verdaine Hooper Obituary
Kenneth "Verdaine" Hooper, 88, of Marked Tree, Arkansas passed away on February 9, 2026 in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He was born on November 29, 1937 in Fairfield, Illinois to Kenneth Vetresse and Elsie Hooper. He enjoyed woodworking, spending time with his family, and listening to old country music. Verdaine for over 30 years taught Sunday school at Trinity Baptist Church.
Survivors include, his sons, Kenneth Hooper (Linda), Steve Walker; daughter, Sandra Rowlett (Ed); brothers, Lester Hooper, Galen Hooper, Melvin Hooper; grandchildren, Kenneth Hooper (Brittany), Christopher Hooper, John Hooper (Bailey), Clint Walker (Samantha), Guy Walker (Nikki), Deidre Davis (Josh), Kayla Brock (Justin); and sixteen great- grandchildren.
Verdaine is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Patricia McCormick- Hooper; brothers, Danny Hooper, Jerry Hooper; and sister, Darlene Tyler.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 14, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00a.m. at Black Oak Baptist Church 9 34981 Broadmouth Rd, Tyronza, Arkansas). The funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. with Rick Kimery officiating. Burial will follow at Market Tree Cemetery.
