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Allen J. Hoover, age 65, beloved husband of Louise, nee Ganja; loving father of Allen E. (Susanne) and Annette (John) Hering; devoted grandfather of Kari Anna and Britt Margaret Hoover; dear brother of Edward F.(Marion Amling) Hoover; loving uncle of Thomas and Justin Hoover; dear brother-in-law of Ellen Ganja; devoted son of the late Allen H. Hoover, MD and Margaret, nee Dailey. Visitation Tuesday, 9 a.m., until time of service 12 Noon, at Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations to Misericordia Heart of Mercy, 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL, 60660, would be appreciated. 773-736-3833 or www.smithcorcoran.com.
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Nancy O'Connor
January 12, 2007
Dear Ed:
There are no words that can express how we feel for you and your family. We send our deepest sympathies and love to you and we are praying for you.
We both sent you cards but they were returned. We had the Skokie address.
Neither one of us will ever forget what a wonderful friend you have been to our family and all the love that you had shown us through our time of overwhelming grief and sadness. You are absolutely the best. God Bless you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With Lots of Love & Prayers
The O'Connor Girls,
Nancy & Pat
Trish Brophy
December 28, 2006
My sincere condolences on your loss. I have never met any of your family buy somehow, I feel I share your pain. My nephew, Alan Cunniffe, was shot and killed on December 8 in Ireland, in an armed robbery attempt at the family store. An ocean away, but the same devastation. My deepest sympathies on your loss. Allen sounds like he was a great guy and the world is less without him.
C. Pink
December 20, 2006
It is hard to say goodbye to a good guy. I was so sad to learn of your loss. Mr. Hoover was definitely an intelligent guy with character.
2Corinthians 1:3,4-" God and Father of Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation."
Know that Jehovah cares and gives you His comfort.
John F Dzurak Jr
December 18, 2006
Ed, it's been years since I have seen you, but you have always been in my thoughts (just ask Clemens). There often seems to be no justice in this world and those who do good are often taken from us. I trust that your relationship w/Allen brings you some comfort. Always your friend, John Dzurak
Behrooz Akbarnia
December 16, 2006
Ed and Family: Nasrin and I send our deepest sympathy at these difficult times. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol (Komie) Taylor
December 14, 2006
Dear Louise, Annette, and Allen Jr. -
Myself and my sister Michelle extend the deepest sympathies to you and your family during such a difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lori Stanovich
December 14, 2006
Allen, Sue and Family-
I feel so terrible about what happened to your father. As a tenant of 500 W. Madison, this was a tragedy that hit very close to home for me. You are in my thoughts.
Tom Zittnan
December 13, 2006
Al, I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest condolences to you and your family. In your time of tragic loss, I can only hope to provide some small comfort with a few kind words and healing thoughts.
Alexander MacGregor
December 13, 2006
For all the Hoover Family. Please accept my condolences at your tragic loss. I only knew Allen for a few years, back when I'd returned to Chicago in the early 70s and was beginning my career at UIC (where I still am). We had many a fine conversation, and I will never forget his lively and wide-ranging interests, and his intellectual depth. He was certainly a fine teacher without intending to, as well; he taught me more about the Assyrians than I ever thought was out there.... But that was many years ago, and friends drift apart. His accomplishments since then are truly admirable, too. Please accept my sympathy at your loss. It is the world's as well.
Jennifer Mayhorn
December 13, 2006
Dear Hoover family:
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Allen J. Hoover. Allen always had terrific stories to tell of his life and family. His stories always brought a huge smile to my face. He will be greatly missed.
Rita Djuricich
December 13, 2006
Dear Allen,
I can't tell you how shocked and horrified I was last night when I found out on the news that this is someone I KNOW, your father! I am so very sorry, so sorry indeed. May God give you and your family strength at this time of need.
Rita Djuricich (Alex's Mom)
Mary Valsa
December 13, 2006
Dear Ed -- We are so sorry for the loss of your brother. We lived around the corner from you in Sauganash and went to Queen's. You were at our house a lot as a friend of Martin Rogers.
Andrea Kinsella
December 12, 2006
Dear Mrs. Hoover and Family, I had the pleasure of working with "Mr. Hoover" at Chemetron Corp. in Chicago from 1972 to 1975. He was a fun, kind and considerate boss. He was always aware of others. He will be remembered with much fondness by so many! I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are all in my prayers.
Robert Petersen
December 12, 2006
So sorry to hear of your loss. It was difficult for me when my father died of natural causes last year; I can't imagine how devastating this must be for you. Our prayers are with you.
Bob Petersen, Omicron '68
Colleen Jennings (Kelly)
December 12, 2006
Allen and Family,
I graduated from St. Hilary with Allen. I had the pleasure of running into him last winter.
I am very sorry for your tragic loss. Allen, you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Harley Fasse
December 12, 2006
"Uncle Al" will be missed by all of us in the Loyola Academy Class of 1958.
Our prayers are with all of the Hoover family.
Rachel Fowler
December 12, 2006
Lou,
I'm so sorry about the loss of your husband.
You're in my prayers.
Nicole D'Herckens
December 12, 2006
Dear Anette & Family
We are very sorry to hear of your sudden loss. Our deepest sympathy is with you and your family.
~Nicole DHerckens & Michelle Ajuria
Pete Rubey
December 12, 2006
Allen-I was sorry to hear about your father. You may not remember me, but I was an associate in the law firm in Mattoon when you had a summer clerkship there, which I believe was in the summer of 1991. I was pleased to hear about your professional success and I'm sure your father was very proud as well.
Rich McClowry
December 12, 2006
Al and Sue-
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Life really is unpredictable. My prayers will be with you and your family. See you around the neighborhood.
Ginger Guzman
December 12, 2006
Dear Hoover Family,
My greatest sympathy to the family. Life is so unpredictable, he will be missed but never forgotten. Sorry for your loss.
A message from an angel:
--I may be gone to another place, but know I am here with you---Don't cry my love for I am here--to see you through---above I stay, the memories we've shared will live beyond my presence ---in your heart----
--I may be gone to another place, but know I am here with you--Don't cry my love for I am here.
by, Ginger Guzman
Mark & Jasmine Chao
December 12, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Richard Loritz
December 12, 2006
Dear Family,
Allen and I spent three years at DePaul learning to be Lawyers. Lots of lunches and lots of laughs. We studied together and he was always ready to help his classmates. He is one of six people in a picture that hangs in my den at home. It was taken at McCormick Place on the day of our graduation. I will remember him and your family with a donation to Misericordia.
Erin (Heilbrunn) Vahrenkamp
December 12, 2006
Dear Annette, Allen, and Mrs. Hoover,
I was so saddened to hear of Mr. Hoover's tragic passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies and know that many people are praying for you during this difficult time.
Linda Storm
December 12, 2006
All my condolences to the Hoover family. It has been nearly 10 years - from the Dressler Goldsmith period - but I remember what a nice man and wonderful couple you were. A great loss. Linda Storm
Jackie Opel
December 12, 2006
Ed and Family - I am so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. Hopefully you will find some comfort in knowing that everyone has you in their hearts and prayers. With my deepest sympathy -
Jackie
Sharon Goldberg
December 12, 2006
To Ed and the Hoover Family:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on your loss.
Sharon Goldberg
Rich Shepardson
December 12, 2006
Dear Louise,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. He will be deeply missed in Michigan.
Jerry Roberts
December 11, 2006
My life is richer because Allen my friend for a quarter of a century. We lost a gentle, kind and thoughtful soul. His family meant everything to him and his was proud of each of them and spoke lovingly of them whenever we met. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. I will always hold fond memories of Allen. We are all better because Allen came into our lives. He left the world a better place than he found it. No one can ask more of a man.
Michael Allen Hoover
December 11, 2006
The family was shocked and saddened to hear of Allen's untimely death. Our deepest sympathy goes to the entire Hoover family. We'll remember him in our prayers. Father Tom, please lead the way.
William Sims
December 11, 2006
Ed and family,
Betty and I are deeply saddened by the news of Allen being killed. We will keep you in our heart and in our prayers.
Bill and Betty Sims
Decatur, Al
Kathleen Bedrio
December 11, 2006
Dear Louise,
My daughter, Veronica, is a 1st grade classmate of Kari's at Queen of All Saints. In fact, my husband and I met you briefly at the McDonald's on Peterson Avenue not too long ago (my husband is Nina Malick's [Assyrian club] nephew). We thoroughly enjoyed talking and laughing with you and your sister that day, and remember your beautiful faces and infectious smiles.
How very shocked and saddened we were to hear your husband's name mentioned in the petitions at church this past Sunday. It was only afterward that we learned that he was part of that tragic event at the law firm; I could feel my heart sink as my 6-year old brought it to light for me as the teachers had discussed it with the children in school.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you endure this terrible loss. I hope that somehow you can all find comfort and peace in the many heartfelt expressions of sympathy, friendship and love for your husband. God bless you.
David Naour
December 11, 2006
Al,
I am very sorry to hear about your father. I did not realize that he was involved with this incident; I was definitely shocked by this information today. My father is very close in age and I cannot imagine such an unspeakable tragedy. Teri and I offer our most sincere condolences to your and your family.
Tanya Partyka
December 11, 2006
Annette, John, & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I cannot imagine what you are going through. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marybeth and Tom Pierce
December 11, 2006
Dear Ed and Family. You have been in our prayers and thoughts since we heard of Allen's tragic death on Friday. As you may remember, Annette and our son Dan went to Jr. High and High School together. Take comfort from friends old and new who carry you and your family in our hearts. With sympathy, Marybeth (Boyle) and Tom Pierce and family.
larry fleischer
December 11, 2006
I am a classmate of Allen from law school. Recently we had our 40th. reunion and it was wonderful to see Al there. He was a warm compasionate person and I am sure that you have wonderful memories of him as I do. My deepest sympathy to the Hoover family, we will all miss him.
Bob Jaskula
December 11, 2006
Ed,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your brother. Peace and hope to you and your family.
Carl and Mary Thompson
December 11, 2006
Dear Susanne and Allen,
We are deeply saddened that this was so sudden of a unexpected death. Please send our condolences to all the family. Our prayers are with you both and the rest of family. We're here for you now and always. This just tears a person apart to think anyone could do such a thing. God bless and be with you both.
Daniel Ephraim
December 11, 2006
As a long time client of Allen's who valued his personal and professional excellence, it is with utter sadness and shock that we received this news. Our deepest sympathies go to the family at this time, and we wish you God's blessings and grace.
Allen Hoover, Sr.
December 11, 2006
Our sincere condolences. Allen was my 1st cousin and was always most accomodating whenever I would call and ask for family information. I regret that I never had the opportunity to come to Chicago and visit as he always was most gracious and seem to have a wealth of family data. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during these most difficult times.
Allen F. Hoover, Sr.
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Rebecca Dragon-Freiden
December 11, 2006
Dear Annette, I just learned about your loss, and I wanted to let you know how very sorry I am to hear about what happened. I never had the honor of meeting your father, but I have fond memories of you from high school, and my heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Please take care. Warmly, Becca
Barbara Boenke
December 11, 2006
Dear Lou, Allen and Annette,
With much love we send our deepest sympathy and prayers. We will always remember Allen J's gentleness and smile during our time together on Francisco Avenue.
Barbara, Warren and Mark Boenke and family
Bernie Phelan
December 11, 2006
Our family's prayers and thoughts are with you.
Marla Nurczyk
December 11, 2006
Dear Louise,Allen & Annette,
We were all devestated when we hear the tragic news. Although it has been a while, we were quite close when we lived on Fransisco. We lost Richard this year (april) so we truly untderstand the grief and sadness you are all feeling. We send our Love and Prayers for all of you.
Love the Goodman Girls
Adrienne,Marla, Linda & Sandi
Terry & Michelle Singer
December 11, 2006
Lou,
We are just in shock. Please accept our condolences. We are praying for your family!
Ivy Gard
December 11, 2006
Ed, I'm so sorry that you and your family have had to endure losing a loved one in such a sudden fashion. We're all thinking of you and wish we could offer more than just words. Please don't hesitate to ask if there's anything you need.
Bob and Carol Baumgartner Bearden
December 11, 2006
We are shocked and saddened to hear of Allen's untimely death. As his first cousin, we always knew him as Allen Joe, a friendly, easy-going fellow. Our deepest sympathy to you, Louise, and your children. Also to you Edward, on the loss of your brother. We'll remember him in our prayers.
Charles Kent
December 11, 2006
Louise: Please accept on behalf of your family the deepest sympathies of Helen, Emily and myself, as well as the entire staff and professionals of the Ridout & Maybee firm, on Allen's untimely passing. Allen was a friend, a gentleman and a professional of the highest order. Charles Kent
Bill Wokas
December 11, 2006
I work with John Hering, Allen's son-in-law, and I was shocked to hear this news. My prayers and the prayers of my family go out to John and his family at this difficult time.
Marla Nurczyk
December 11, 2006
Dear Louise,Allen and Anette,
We were all devestated by the news. We will all miss him deeply. Although it has been a while we were all quite close back in days living on Francisco. We also recently lost Richard (in April) so We fully understand the grief you are all felling. Our deepest love and support go out to you all.
Love the Goodman Girls
Adrienne, Marla,Linda & Sandi
Debra Lubitz
December 11, 2006
Annette, John & family
I am so sorry for your loss. Words are hard to find. I hope you can take a little comfort knowing Mr. Hoover is watching over you.
Julie Raymond
December 11, 2006
Annette and Mrs. Hoover,
My love and thoughts are with you and your family. Peace be with all of you.
Melinda Sharkan
December 11, 2006
Dear Hoover Family, our sincere wishes go out to you and your family. Dear Louise and Annette, what can we say. We were horrified by the news, and only remember the nice talks we have had over the years and Annette's wedding, preschool and special events the girls had together. Melinda & Phillip Sharkan and our entire family want to to know you will be in our prayers.
Robert J. Schneider
December 11, 2006
Dear Hoover Family,
I was shocked to hear about Allen's tragic passing. Although we've never met, Allen and I met in 1973 and became friends. He introduced me to many patent lawyers in Chicago. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your good memories bring you comfort.
Jimmie Baker
December 11, 2006
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the staff and management of Wood, Phillips, Katz, Clark & Mortimer at the loss of Allen J. Hoover and most especially to the family.
With deepest sympathy,
Bill and Mary Grilliot and the Total Fire Group Family
Kathleen Stanley
December 11, 2006
My dear Annette and Louise: Words can't express the sorrow I feel for your family. While I haven't seen Allen in years, the news of his death brought back flashes of his warm smile and kind manner. We send our deepest sympathy and love.
Kathleen Stanley & Ashley Raymond
Pat Cichlar
December 11, 2006
Ed and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grieving. Memories and family will help as time heals all wounds but such a tragic loss of your brother can never be forgotten.
freddie fu
December 11, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to the family , Hilda & Freddie Fu Pittsburgh Pa.
Katie Carter
December 11, 2006
Ed,
My condolences to you and your family. And may God comfort you in your loss.
Philippians 4:7
Marianne Silver
December 11, 2006
Annette, John & Family:
We are so truly sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Jeffrey & Marianne Silver
Jim Golomb
December 11, 2006
Dear Hoover Family,
I was truly shocked to hear about Allen's tragic passing. I had worked with Alan for a number of years at Signode. He was true professional who brought a real world perspective to the legal issues we faced. He always provided the balance of good legal advice with practical experience. He was always supportive in his personal relationships and kept in touch despite the fact that we had both left Signode many years ago. He will be missed by many of his friends and associates. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bea Jacobs
December 11, 2006
Dear Louise, Thinking of you and your family. Please accept my heartfelt thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Bea Jacobs
George & Donna Baumgartner
December 11, 2006
George and I offer our sympathy to the entire family. Allen always was not only interesting but interested, funny and a really good person. He will be in our prayers.
Wayne Rhine
December 11, 2006
Dear Mrs. Hoover and family: I was a classmate at De Paul Law Schoor with Allen. Needless to say I was shocked and saddened by his untimely death. My deepest sympathy to you and your family Judge Wayne Rhine (retired)
Neil Gottstein
December 11, 2006
I was very shocked when I heard this news about Mr. Hoover. I am very sorry for your loss. I grew up across the street from the Hoover family and I have very fond memories of Mr. Hoover and his son Allen. I will pray for your family.
Sheree Sharkan
December 11, 2006
Annette, Louise, Allen and family:
Our deepest and most sincere condolences and prayers are with your entire family. With many prayers-
The Sharkan Family
Mark and Anne Nagan
December 11, 2006
Dear Louise & Family,
I had the good fortunes to be a fraternity brother of Al at MU. Intellectually, he was always amazing and he had a great smile and a wonderful laugh! Found photos with him from a trip to DC in April, 1962 and a wedding in 1963. Unfortunately, I did not get to see him much after graduation.
He was a great guy! So sorry for your loss.
Mark T. Nagan
Nick and Lisa Honcharuk
December 11, 2006
Our hearts are heavy as we have lost a kind, gentle and caring man. He will always be alive in our hearts and in our memories. Please know how many people care about your family and how we will hold you up in prayers. May time ease the pain and help you to heal. We are here for you for ANYTHING!! Know that he is in heaven and in good hands and good company.
john lorenz
December 11, 2006
sorry for your lost our family will miss him
Elizabeth Schoettly
December 11, 2006
I was devastated when I heard the news of Allen's death. I knew Allen from my own work as a patent attorney when I lived in Chicago
He made the work we did easier because of his brilliance and knowledge. I cannot find words to express my grief, and you and your family and friends have been in my prayers since the moment I heard the very bad news.
I shall not be able to attend the funeral due to distance. You will be foremost in my thoughts.
I am so sorry--an expression that does not convey the grief I feel. If there is anything I can do to help, please let me know.
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