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Luke Hoover Obituary
FORT MILL - Mr. Luke Hardin Hoover, 17, of 102 Ervin St., died Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009.
Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Wednesday at Fort Mill Church of the Nazarene, with the Rev. Richard Coleman officiating. Burial will be in Philadelphia United Methodist Church.
A native of Fort Mill, he was a son of Randy and Angela Hoover. He was a senior at Nation Ford High, where he was a member of the cross country, wrestling, track and field teams. He was a Boy Scout and completed his Eagle Project with Troop 250 at Grace Presbyterian Church. He was a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Rock Hill Grace Nazarene Church. Luke loved his family and friends and always had a passion for life and making others happy.
Luke is survived by his parents; one brother, Paul Hoover; paternal grandmother, Geraldine Hoover; and maternal grandparents, Richard and Joyce Walker.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the Fort Mill Church of the Nazarene.
Memorials may be made to Nation Ford Cross Country, Luke Hoover Scholarship Fund, 1400 A.O. Jones Blvd., Fort Mill, SC 29715.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.fortmillfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Luke Hoover
Lisa Gladden Adams
October 27, 2009
Randy,
I just heard about your son. I remember meeting him at functions that I attended with my son. There are just no words to tell you how sorry I am. Your family will remain in my prayers.
Nikki Rodney
October 23, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Arlen Morgan
October 22, 2009
So many things to say about Luke, he was the best teammate i ever had on any of the teams i played for. Just a great person to know and always made you laugh. My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you Mr. and Mrs. Hoover, and Paul. I love you Luke.
October 22, 2009
Randy, Angie and Paul, We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers, and pray for comfort for your family. Luke was such a special person and touched the lives of so many!
We Love you all!
Julie and David Faile
October 21, 2009
Sometimes words aren't enough to express how sad your family must be feeling so if you need I can hold you and help you cry...
Butch & Glenda Lyon
October 21, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
M E Mockridge
October 21, 2009
My son wrestled with Luke at FMHS and always spoke very highly of him. Please know our family's thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God hold him close and comfort you.
Jennifer Hutto
October 21, 2009
Randy, Angie & Paul,
I know that your hearts must be overwhelmed with the outpouring of thoughtfulness and love that everyone has for Luke. It is amazing to see, hear, and read the many ways that Luke has touched so many lives. You should be proud!! I can not begin to imagine what you are going through, but I would like to imagine that Luke is running his best cross country ever in his really cool socks while the angels tell him he's already won!!
Randy & Lynn Howington (Family)
October 21, 2009
Your all in our thoughts & in our prayers. Praying for comfort during this incredible loss, now and for the months ahead.
October 21, 2009
My prayers are being sent today to the Hoover family. You all are in my deep thoughts. Heaven has received another child. Peace to you at this time of such a tremendous loss. Kathy Whitman (friend of Susan Alexander)
October 21, 2009
Although I didn't know Luke he was a young boy who lost his life too soon. I want to let the parents know that I have been through this type of loss of my son and know that my prayers are with every one of you. Just keep your memories close to your heart and never lose the faith that you will be with him again one day.
Rita St. Clair
October 21, 2009
Although I didn't know Luke he was a young boy who lost his life too soon. I want to let the parents know that I have been through this type of loss of my son and know that my prayers are with every one of you. Just keep your memories close to your heart and never lose the faith that you will be with him again one day.
Alison Chace
October 21, 2009
Angie, Randy, and Paul, I can't believe that Luke is no longer with us. My heart breaks for your family and I pray that God will bring a peace to you that only He can give
debi wright
October 20, 2009
Angie,
My heart aches for you and your family. I'm sorry for your loss.
I'll keep you in my prayers.God Bless.
DAVID & LOIS & BRITTANY BROWNING
October 20, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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michael davis
October 20, 2009
Luke was a good kid who went to church at Grace.
JEAN WATTS-DIXON
October 20, 2009
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU..
Tonya Branham
October 20, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. I pray that God will surround you with his love and that he will comfort you in the days ahead. May your memories bring you comfort as well.
Allison Love
October 20, 2009
Life is so precious and so short. Memories are everlasting and I know you will sort through your memories of a fine young son and brother for the rest of your days. Heaven is a better place because surely Luke Hoover has made a grand entrance. Thinking of you all. May you find strength at this most difficult time.
October 20, 2009
DEAR HOOVER FAMILY,
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND LUKE. I JUST WANTED TO SAY THANK YOU TO LUKE FOR GETTING MY DAUGHTER THROUGH ALGEBRA I CLASS - (TWO YEARS AGO). BETWEEN LUKE AND DEVON, THEIR HUMOR CHANGED ALGEBRA FOR SOPHIA FROM THE WORST NIGHTMARE TO THE BEST CLASS EVER. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
THE KERRS - ED, SHEILA, AND SOPHIA
Dr.William F. & Mrs. Gloria Ward
October 20, 2009
Dear Richard, Joyce, Randy, Angie & Paul, It is impossible to find words to let you know how sad we were to learn of Luke's homegoing. At the same time we rejoice to know our hope of eternity with our Lord and those who get there before we do. Richard & Joyce, we were remembering standing with y'all this past June on the bridge at the campgrounds, talking about our families while we fished. Our prayer is that God will wrap His arms around the entire family during this time of tragic loss. Just remember, the darkest night is just before the dawn & joy comes in the morning! In His Love, Doc & Gloria Ward.
October 20, 2009
Dear Randy, Angie and Paul,
Our hearts go out to your family. We all knew Luke in Scouts and on the soccer field. He was a wonderful young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
David,Lisa,Marschal and Nickolas Martens
October 20, 2009
Randy, Angie and Paul, Hoover/Walker families. Please know you are all in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. There are no words I can offer to bring you comfort or ease we so wish we could. And I know the days ahead will be full of so many,tears,memories and smiles, warm thoughts and gray days. What you can take away from all this is how BIG the range Luke's life has on so many, how he touched, effected and taught so many. What a testiment to you as his parents for allowing him wings to fly. Now with God but always in our hearts. Love to all.
Roy, Debbie, Holden and Breanna Starnes
October 20, 2009
Dear Randy, Angie and Paul,
I can still see Coach Nestor yelling across the field to Luke during a soccer game - Luke let the force be with you. Luke was a remarkable young man and will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nestor, Jacqueline, Aaron and Christian Pellot
Mickey (Mitch) Neal
October 20, 2009
Dear Randy, Angie & family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. While I cannot imagine what you are feeling, I am very certain that God is near at this time. Your family will remain in my prayers and the prayers of my church. May you find the comfort you need at this time in the certainty of God's great love.
With love and fond memories,
October 20, 2009
Angie, Randy & Family,
My heart goes out to all of you. Ya'll are in my prayers. I was so
sad to hear of this heartbreaking accident. As a parent, I think this is something we never want to think of happening. All I know to say is keep those sweet memories close at heart until you see him again in heaven.
Love & Prayers, Dawn Norville
Tiera Flanagan
October 20, 2009
DEAR HOOVER FAMILY,
I am sorry for the lost of your son Luke. He is in a better place now and don't have no more worries on him. NFHS will always remember him and all the good things he have done. I will pray for the family. Remember that just because he is gone he is always watching over ya'll. Hope ou guys get better!
October 20, 2009
My son was in boys scouts with Luke a few years ago. I am so saddened to hear of this news. There are many people in the community that are feeling, thinking and praying for you during this time of loss. Christine Raszeja
Cathy Haire
October 20, 2009
Randy, Angie, Paul,
My hearts go out to the family.. I knew Luke as a baby and I must say he was very handsome young man.. my thoughts and prayers are with you all.. Cherish all the years you had with him and keep those memories alive every day..
With Love and Prayers,
Sherry King
October 20, 2009
Dear Randy & family,
My heart goes out to you and your family at this time and during the days ahead. No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. God will give you comfort.
October 20, 2009
Luke was a wonderful young man who was taught to put his love for Jesus Christ in everything he did. He will be greatly missed, and forever in the memories by all who knew him.
Love & Prayers,
Jack & Lynn Bolin
Ashley Dozier
October 20, 2009
Randy, Angie, and Paul I am sorry for the loss of Luke. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I grew up at Grace with Paul and Luke and I just remeber Luke as being the most playful and free spirited one in the bunch. Just know that God needed Luke and he is in good hands. I will be praying for you guys!
-With Love- Ashley Dozier & Family
Carolyn Mackey
October 20, 2009
Dear Randy, Angela and Paul,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Luke. A child is the most precious thing that we could be blessed with. I pray that you will find comfort in knowing that he is with God now. My prayers will be with you. God bless you and your family.
October 20, 2009
Loved and lived life to the fullest
Ultimate giver of Huggs
Kind and gentle spirit
Eternal friend
All of the above and so much more truly
spell Luke. We love him and will miss him. To Randy, Angie and Paul, we love you and just want you to know that we are here for you and are praying for you.
Love & Prayers,
Harry & Debbie Graham
Angie Covington
October 20, 2009
Dear Hoover Family,
I am so sorry for your loss and for the NFHS family. I am lucky to have known Luke and to know the joy of his laughter and humor. I will never forget his smile.
Please know that my love and prayers are with you.
Leroy Springs
October 20, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 20, 2009
Dear Randy, Angela, Paul and Geraldine ... we're so sorry to learn of the accident which took Luke home to be with the Lord. Geralding...I lost my 17-year-old nephew in 1987 due to an accident in his Dad's truck. My brother, less than 63 years old, died a little over a year sgo. Our family has known that tragedy of losing those precious sons!! Ansel and I send our comfort and sympathy to your family.
Randy ... Ansel sang with your Dad many years ago and your Mom & Dad were at our wedding over 41 years ago now. I cherish a snapshot that your Dad sent to me after the wedding in my wedding album! Ansel loved your Dad and was at his funeral service. You may remember him ... I know Geraldine and all of you are totally devastated.
Only the Lord can comfort you in the way you need.
Love, Brenda & Ansel Watts
RENEE and RAY GILES
October 20, 2009
Dear Angela,Randy and Paul, We are sorry for the loss of Luke. I was so sick to my stomach when Ray told me the news. May God be with the family and friends during this very difficult time . I lost my Dad and 2 months later I lost my sister and I can't imagine losing my children. Just remember the 17 years you had with him. GOD BLESS ALL RENEE and RAY GILES
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