John Peter Hoopsick, Jr.

John Peter Hoopsick Jr., age 32, of Erie, passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, October 4, 2026, at UPMC Hamot.

He was born in Erie, on May 22nd, 1994, the son of Lorraine (Gilson) Hoopsick and the late John Peter Hoopsick Sr.

John attended school at the Barber National Institute. He was a very happy individual that loved music, Motorcycle rides, trains, and victory rides. He participated in Beast on the Bay. He loved being in the company of other people and making them laugh. He enjoyed nature, being outside, and attending various local sport games.

Besides his father, he was preceded in death by his grandfather, Ronald Gilson; his grandmother, Janet Runser; and Aunt Rebecca and Uncle Michael Hoopsick.

He is survived by his mother Lorraine Hoopsick; his brother Dustin Hoopsick; his grandmother, Arlene Gilson; his stepfather, Jeffrey Hoopsick; many aunts, uncles and cousins; and many wonderful caregivers, especially Jerry and Kate Seth, who have been there with him for his entire life.

Friends may call at Burton Quinn-Scott Cremation and Funeral Services, West Ridge, 3801 W. 26th St., Erie on Tuesday, October 13th, from 1 PM until 3 PM and from 5 PM until 7 PM. and are invited to a service on Wednesday, October 14th, at 1 PM with Rev. Shane Thompson officiating. Interment in Laurel Hill Cemetery.

To send condolences, please visit www.burtonquinnscott.com.