Staunton Star - Times - Published in the Interest of the Staunton Community for Over 143 Years

Elmer Leroy Looper, 87, of Bunker Hill, died at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield on Jan. 14, 2024. He was born Oct. 13, 1936 in Jerseyville to Elmer O. Looper and Lucille Waters Brown and they preceded him in death.

He married Mary Ann (Hogle) Looper of Bunker Hill on June 2, 1960 in Cottage Hills, Ill. and she survives.

Elmer was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired after having been an inspector for McDonnell Douglas. He enjoyed being with his family, fishing and camping. He is survived by his children, Patrick (Brenda) Looper of Buckeye, Ariz., Steven (Lisa) Looper of Gillespie, and Tim...