Alissa M. Hoover

Alissa M. Hoover

Alissa Hoover Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 10 to Feb. 12, 2010.
HOOVER – Alissa M., 27, Ashcroft Avenue, Cresson, died Feb. 9, 2010, in Bedford County, as a result of an automobile accident. Born May 17, 1982, in Altoona, daughter of Patrick Hoover and Debra Yahner. Preceded in death by maternal grandmother, Mary Jane (McNulty) Yahner; paternal grandfather, Joseph Hoover; and cousin, Kalvin T. Yahner. Survived by father and stepmother, Patrick and Penny (Graham) Hoover, Loretto R.D.; mother and stepfather, Debra A. Yahner Golby and Tim Golby, Loretto R.D.; fiance, Patrick Johnston, Cresson, whom she was to wed Oct. 2; brother, Ryan P. Hoover, Virginia Beach, Va.; adopted sisters, Shyan Yahner Golby and Angel Yahner Golby, at home; stepbrother, Hunter Graham, Pittsburgh; maternal grandparents, John and Mary Yahner, Chest Springs; and paternal grandmother, Lucille (Kirsch) Hoover, Hastings. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Graduate of Penn Cambria High School, Class of 2000, and would have graduated from Mount Aloysius College, Cresson, with a degree as a surgical technician in May. She was doing her clinical at Bedford Hospital and worked at the Cracker Barrel, Altoona, and part time for the Italian Club, Cresson. Alissa enjoyed spending time with her friends, skydiving and she was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. Friday at Gibbons Funeral Home, Ashville. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at Basilica of St. Michael, Loretto. Committal will be held at the convenience of the family.

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February 17, 2010

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February 16, 2010

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February 16, 2010

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Mimi Rogers

February 17, 2010

Deb and family...
I have worked with your brother, Michael, for many, many years and was very fortunate enough to have heard the many wonderful stories about Alissa and how proud Michael is of her. I am so terribly sorry for your loss...those always sound like such empty words, but they are truly spoken from the heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this terrible time of sorrow.

February 16, 2010

Dear Debbie and Family,
We were away for a few days and I just read about the tragic accident that took Alissa from you. I know what you are going through from the loss of our Mark and I can empathize completely. There is no right or wrong way to grieve, but you will, and know that my heart is filled with sympathy and compassion for you. I will keep all of you in my prayers for strength and peace and consolation. We will keep our children in our hearts forever and honor the memories of their lives.
All my love,
Jeanne Kuzemchak

leonard britt

February 16, 2010

Dear Deb and family I no nothing i can say will take away your pain my heart is breaking for your family knowing how it would be if one my own. I did not know alissa personally but really felt i did through you always talking about her and how your children meant the world to you . I will be praying for you and your family please call me when you can i know that only time can help your pain. Your Friends Carolyn and Benny Britt Johnstown (please let me know if their is anything i can do)

Amanda Beck

February 13, 2010

Deb, Tim, Ryan,Shyan and Angel,
My heart goes out to you. Alissa was one of a kind and she will be missed by many but we were all blessed to have had the opportunity to know her.

Amanda Beck

February 13, 2010

Tim, Debbie, and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kathy Pitman

Wendy Bingler

February 13, 2010

My heart is heavy thinking about you and your family at this difficult time. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I recall watching Alissa (and Ryan) on many occasions and sitting at the kitchen table laughing, being goofy, and telling jokes. We had many great outdoor adventures as well.May God hold Alissa in his loving arms.With sympathy...Wendy(Hite)Bingler

Mary Ellen Ramsey

February 13, 2010

So sorry to hear about Alissa.I just cannot believe it.My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Shawn Hite

February 12, 2010

Debbie and Family,
Kelly and I extend our deepest sympathy.

February 12, 2010

Pat, Penny and family - I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine your pain. You will all be in our prayers.

Love Tom Debby and family

FRED LEITENBERGER

February 12, 2010

PAT OUT THOUGHTS AND PRAYERA ARE WITH
YOU ALL.

FRED,BEN,DICKIE,ERIC
TRI COUNTY MOTOR SALES.

KEN HORNER

February 12, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mariann Frampton

February 12, 2010

Pat, Penny, Hunter & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With Love,
Bill, Mariann, Chris, & Jenna Frampton

February 12, 2010

Pat,
I was so saddened to hear about your daughter. My boyfriend lost his 19 y.o son Dec 19th in a car accident....5 days before he would have been 20...days before Christmas. There are no words I can offer you to give you comfort. I will pray for you daily...asking that God wrap his arms around you during this most overwhelming and difficult time. I am sure her absence will be enormous.

With much love,
Patty Sclesky Patterson (Jim and Steve's sister)

February 12, 2010

Pat,Penny and Family,
I am so sorry for your tragic loss.May each day that passes bring you more peace.God Bless You and Yours.
Karen Gillin

Dave & Carol Jones

February 11, 2010

Pat, Penny & Family, Dave and I send our deepest condolences on the passing of your daughter Alissa. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. Another angel was called home.

Kevin Hite

February 11, 2010

Debbie and Family,

My heart goes out to you. Its hard for me to put into words how I feel. Knowing Allisa from the time I used to babysit her at your home in Loretto, I felt like part of the family. I feel for you and the family. You have my condolences. My prayers are with all of you.

DARLENE (HUGHES) GAILEY

February 11, 2010

TO THE YAHNER/HOOVER FAMILIES...I WAS SO SAD TO HEAR OF ALISSA'S ACCIDENT.I REMEMBER FONDLY BABYSITTING ALISSA AND RYAN AT MY MOM'S HOME IN EBENSBURG. GOD NEEDED ANOTHER ANGEL AND ALISSA OBVIOUSLY EARNED HER WINGS AT A MUCH EARLIER AGE THAN ANYONE WILL BE ABLE TO UNDERSTAND. ALISSA WILL NEVER BE GONE AS SHE IS LIVING ON THE OTHER SIDE WITH GOD...YOU WILL ALL BE IN MY PRAYERS....

John & Debi Crawford

February 11, 2010

Penny, Pat, & Family, So very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.

Jim and Donna Flick

February 11, 2010

John and Mary,
Donna and I send our condolences on
the death of your granddaughter
Alissa. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Laura Kirsch

February 11, 2010

I'm so sorry I can't be with you. My prayers are with you all. Aunt Laura Kirsch(Vincent Kirsch)

Pat and Joy Cotchen

February 11, 2010

Pat, Penny, Hunter and family,
So sorry to hear about Alissa, please know that you are in our prayers and if you need anything please call.

We Love You! May God give you strength and beautiful memories!!

Sue Leleck

February 11, 2010

Ryan,
We were so sorry to hear about Alissa. She was a great person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss.
Sue and Skip Leleck

Beverly, Tina, Shelly & Linda

February 11, 2010

Pat, Penny & family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time. Although we didn't know Alissa, we felt like we knew her, because of working with Penny.

If there is anything you need, we are here for you!

With love~the girls at Dr. Crawford's office,

Kevin & Jenell Burt

February 11, 2010

Jenell and I were sad to hear the news of Alissa's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Our deepest sympathy.

February 11, 2010

Thinking of your family in this time of loss. I remember Pat from high school, Alissa was a few years younger than me. My thoughts and prayers are with you, May God Bless you.

February 11, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of loss. Alissa was a wonderful person and will be missed by so many. With sympathy,

Melissa (Hodgson) St. Vincent and Family

February 11, 2010

John, Mary and Yahner family Bob and I send our sympathy to you on the death of your granddaughter Alissa. We are so sorry we cannot be there to extend our condolences in person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. God Bless.

Bob and Cheryl Hite

February 11, 2010

Debbie and Family Bob and I send our condolences on the death of Allisa. We are so sorry we cannot be there in person to extend our sympathy. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. God Bless.

February 11, 2010

To Alissa Loved ones,
We send our condolences and our hearts and prayers are with you at this time.
With Sympathy,
Mary Jo and Collins Fitzsimmons

Meagan Harvey - New

February 11, 2010

Alissa and I worked together at McDonald's several years ago. It's been years since we last spoke. My thoughts and prayers are with Alissa's family during this very difficult time.

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.

Dana and Lisa Board

February 11, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Rick, Kelli, Kylee, & Nicholas Marshall

February 11, 2010

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Alissa and her family. Alissa was a great person and was loved by so many. She will be greatly missed, and forever remembered. I will remember all the good times and all the crazy roadtrips! Alissa, may you rest in peace and find enternal comfort! Deb and family, my thougths and prayers are with all of you. May you take comfort in knowing that you have a special guardian angel watching over you. With Deepest Sympathy...

February 10, 2010

So sorry to hear about this tragic accident my sympathy to all her friends and family far too young RIP

Rick,Kelly Marshall & Family

February 10, 2010

Dear Deb & Tim,
We are so sorry to hear the sad news about Alissa. Please know you're in our thoughts and prayers.

Greg & Jackie (Bender) Priatko

February 10, 2010

our deepest condolences to your family. I'll always hold dear the fond memories of babysitting Alissa and Ryan when they were babies. We cannot be there in person but our prayers and thoughts are with you all.

February 10, 2010

Hi,
I went past the accident yesterday and just want to send my condolences to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all...

Karen Noel

February 10, 2010

Alissa...I guess god just needed another Tech. up in heaven huh? Remeber, half way down, aim, push, and pull!!. You'll make a beautiful angel and make heaven an even better place. I thought to myself last night, how nothing will be the same without you bein around. Class, will be quite, no stories, your seat will be empty, and we wont be able to smell your freshly smoked cigarette smell. But deep down I know; that no one will make us laugh like you did, no stories will compare to yours, and your seat will never be replaced. You were already and angel, you just didnt know it yet.. I try to sit and make sense of things but I just dont have any answer. You were supposed to take me out on my 21st birthday, and let me pass out in "the man cave"...I guess we'll just have to take a rain check on that. You will always be in my heart. Our hearts, I can speak for everyone on that. You'll always be our body guards and Now you can smoke as many cigarettes as you want, without getting your barking cough! Be easy with your wings Alissa, you only get one pair....

Fred, Jessica, Marshall Wyland

February 10, 2010

We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May the many memories of Ellisa bring you comfort during this time. With Deepest Sympathy....

Kim Hite

February 10, 2010

I extend my condolences to your family Alissa. I have fond memories of you and your brother many years ago.
With sympathy,
Kim Hite

Annette (Yahner) Noel

February 10, 2010

Love you Lissy!! I will never forget all the fun we had when we were little at Grandma & Papap Yahner's house. Those memories will forever be......

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