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Minerva Hove Obituary

Minerva Hove Lynden resident, Minerva Hove, age 93 went home to her Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 21, 2011. She was born September 14, 1917 to Christian and Emma (Peterson) Krohg in Hatton, North Dakota; where she grew up; graduated from high school and on December 30, 1936 was married to Thilford Hove. In 1955 Thilford and Minerva moved with their family to Whatcom County from Grafton, ND and together they farmed on the E. Badger Road. Active in her church, Minerva was a charter member of Hope Lutheran Church. Preceded in death by her husband Thilford in 1991; Minerva is survived by her daughter, Diane (Dwight) Walters of Lopez Island; son, David Hove of Crawfordville, FL; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sister, Dagny (Joseph) Pederson of West Fargo, ND and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, April 27, 2:00 pm at Hope Lutheran Church, 900 E. Grover St., Lynden. Private family burial will be in Greenacres Memorial Park. The family suggests memorials to: Hope Lutheran Church at the above address or Whatcom Hospice Foundation, 800 E. Chestnut St., Ste. C-1, Bellingham, WA 98225. You are invited to share your memories and condolences in the online guest book at www.gilliesfuneralhome.com Arrangements are entrusted toGillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Lynden

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Published by Bellingham Herald on Apr. 24, 2011.

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May 3, 2011

Dave and Diane,
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Our thots and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We just got the news, sorry I was not able to attend the service.
Blessings,
Irene (Lincoln) and Gary Morgan

April 27, 2011

Diane:
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. There are so many memories of our time at Hope Lutheran church when our parents were so busy starting the church. Our Mom's were good friends. I know the loss is difficult but with faith and friends, the journey hopefully won't be as difficult. I will be thinking of you and Dwight.
Breta Flockoi Brown

Christine Sorensen

April 27, 2011

Diane, I was so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Having just lost my mother 4 months ago, I understand the loss you feel at this time. Did you know our mother's shared a birthday? My mother was 4 years younger. We'll miss them, but we have memories to hang on to. May God hold your hand until that day when you'll see her again in Glory.

April 26, 2011

Diane and Dwight: So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Such a big hole is left when moms are gone. I have such fond memories growing up of your mother's wonderful bread--your house smelled like heaven. I also cherish a couple of recipes I have of hers that I got from mom. I also think about her collection of "shoes" , wasn't ? And do I remember thimbles, too? Great memories--I know you'll have lots. Wish we could be there. GiveDave our regards, please. I'll be thinking of you!
Erma and Gil Snook

Rose Crabtree

April 25, 2011

Diane and Dwight
Bob & I are in Desert Hills, AZ and are heading home at the end of the week.
We would be there to celebrate your Mom's life.
So sorry that each one of us walks through this path of life in caring for and sending them on to their eternal home. Her mind is clear now and she gets to cheer us on
Love to you
Rose & Bob

April 24, 2011

Diane, thinking of you and the loss of your mother. I never knew her, but knowing you and wishing you peace at this time. God bless.

Rae (Ruth Ann) Booher

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