Mr. Henry Loper age 85, of Starke passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at Windsor Manor Nursing Home. Mr. Loper was born on September 22, 1928 to the late Walter C. and Annie (Bray) Loper. Prior to retirement he worked for Clay Electric as a Foreman. He was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Hampton and enjoyed gardening, Blue Grass and Gospel music. Preceding him in death was his wife of 60 years Bertie Morgan Loper. Survivors are: sons: David Loper of Keystone Heights, Donald Loper and his wife Sue of Starke, and Edward Loper and his wife Diane of Starke, six grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. The family will receive friends in the DEWITT C. JONES CHAPEL of Jones-Gallagher Funeral Home, 620 Nona Street in Starke on Friday, April 4, 2014 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am with funeral services beginning at 11:00 oclock. Interment will follow in Hope Cemetery with Pastor Tommy Smith officiating. Arrangements are by JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME OF STARKE 904-964-6200. On-line condolences may be left at www.jonesgallagherfh.com. hide