James Hooper, age 47, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 19, 2018. He was born in Chicago, IL on September 22, 1971, the son of William and Annette (Sachs) Hooper. James is preceded in death by his mother, Annette; and grandmother, Marjorie Hooper. He is survived by his life partner of 25 years, Erika Nuck; sister, Stephanie (George) Krauss; brother, Michael Hooper; nephews: Tyler and Dylan Krauss, Joseph Stevens, Matthew and Dillon Wittliff; and nieces: Addison Coots and Sharleen Belke. He is further survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. A private family service will be at a later date.