Elke Ann Hooper, 76, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away with peace and grace on Saturday, July 12, 2025, with her family by her side.

Elke Ann Hooper was born February, 1, 1949, in Frankfurt, Germany, to Leo and Anne Teitelbaum.  She brought with her the rich traditions of her homeland to America in 1958.  She had worked at Cardinal Elementary School in Maquoketa for many years until she retired.  Elke made many friends during those years.  Elke was a dedicated mother first and foremost.  She treasured her children and embraced every moment with them.  She especially loved her role as Nana.  She had a vivacious personality and always made people around her laugh.

Elke is the loving and devoted mother to Jayson (Dana) Wood, Maquoketa, and Josh (Niki) Wood, Lamotte, Iowa; and is also survived by grandchildren Jaysie, Josie, Adrian, Orion, Serena, and Athena; and many loyal and caring friends.

Elke was preceded in death by her husband Bob Hooper and her parents.

Per Elke’s wishes, cremation rites have been accorded, and burial will be held in her honor at a later date.  Memorials may be made to Jackson County Hospice in Elke’s memory.

A special thanks to all of the wonderful people at Jackson Ridge who provided invaluable care to Elke for her time there.

A gentle soul, a heart of gold, a mother’s love, forever told.  Though silent now, her spirit lives, in memories, her love she gives.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family. Online remembrances and condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting Elke’s obituary at www.CarsonAndSon.com.