Thomas Gordon Hooker, age 82 of Gulfport, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at his home. 

He was proceeded in death by his parents, J.T. and Mary Helen Hooker; sister, Priscilla Sills; and brother, Manning Hooker. 

Thomas is survived by his loving with of 60 years, Cindy Hooker; his sons, Charlie Hooker (Danielle) and Scott Hooker; his grandchildren, Emma and Little Charlie; a brother, David Hooker; and his sister-in-law, Earline Cuave. 

Thomas was a graduate of Long Beach High School and the Long Beach Bearcat Football Team. They were Gulf Coast Conference Champs in 1961. He was retired from Local 11 Sheet Metal Union in New Orleans. 

Thomas enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his sons and grandchildren. He also loved his dogs, Roxxy and Duke who went before him. 

Thomas was a Christian and a member of First Baptist Church of Long Beach. 

A memorial gathering will be held to honor the life of Thomas on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 11280 Three Rivers Rd., Gulfport. 

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is honored to serve the Hooker family during this time.