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- HOOVER -- John Newton Hoover, the oldest son of George and Hettie Hoover, was born near Harrisonburg, Va., Feb. 23, 1874, departed this life July 19, 1924, at the age of 50 years, 4 months and 26 days. He came to the state of Ohio with his parents at the age of two years.
On December 22, 1895, he was united in marriage to Mary A. Hershey. To this union were born eight children, four sons and four daughters. Five of them preceded him in death in their infancy. And their son Russel passed on to the great beyond February 27, 1919, at the age of twenty-one years. Also his dear mother preceded him to the spirit world, November 18, 1923, only a little more than eight months ago.
Those who survive him and who are so deeply mourning his departure, are a dear wife, who stood so faithfully by him through their journey in life, especially in the last days of his illness; one son Marvin, and little daughter Ruth. Also he leaves an aged father, one brother Elmer, and three sisters, Mrs. Docia Wenger, Anna and Edna Hoover; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Ethel Hoover, and one little granddaughter Mary Elizabeth.
He was a very affectionate and devoted husband and father. He took pleasure in making his home comfortable and one of his greatest delights was in doing things to please his loved wife and children.
Bro. Hoover was converted at the age of seventeen years, and shortly after united with the Brethren in Christ. He ever manifested a spirit of devotion and loyalty to the church of his choice. He was ordained to the ministry May 31, 1903, and as a Bishop March 5, 1905. He also served the Church in various other official capacities and rendered acceptable and commendable service. He never spared himself, and in his labors overtaxed his physical strength, which culminated in a nervous breakdown from which he never fully recovered. Upon improvement he again ssumed his labors and suffered a relapse, which resulted in a complete breakdown, both physical and mental, which was a contributing cause to his lamentable death in the State Hospital at Dayton, Ohio.
Bro. Hoover was engaged in public school teaching during eighteen years. He was a successful teacher and made many lasting friends among his pupils.
Funeral services were held July 22, at the Highland church, a large assembly present manifesting their sympathy toward the bereaved family. The following brethren took part in the services: O. B. Ulery, W. H. Boyer, M. L. Dohner, Walter Reichard. Interment in adjoining cemetery.
Evangelical Visitor, 4 August 1924
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1874 - 1924 (50 years)