Robert Lewis Hoover

Robert Lewis Hoover obituary, Williston, SC

Robert Lewis Hoover

Robert Hoover Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Folk Funeral Home - Williston on Jan. 30, 2026.
Robert Lewis Hoover, 68, of Williston, SC passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026.

No formal services are planned at this time.

Born in Richland County, SC he was a son of Jennie Zeigler and the late Joe Zeigler and was married to Fay Hoover for 40 years. He served in the U.S. Navy and later worked in construction as an electrician. Robert loved fishing, hunting and working in his yard. He loved and enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a loving husband and wonderful father to his children. He was the life of the party and will be missed by all who knew him.

Survivors include his wife of the home, Fay Hoover; his children, Joey (Samantha) Hoover, Vicky Hoover and Addam Hoover all of Williston; a brother, David Hoover of Lexington; grandchildren, Jasmine, Hunter Wyatt and Caileigh and a number of nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased in death by his step father, Joe Zeigler; sisters, Gloria Dease and Theresa Mack and father, J.D. Hoover.

Folk Funeral Home, Inc. and Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements. Visit our on-line registry at www.folkfuneralhome.com

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170 Elko Street PO Box 367, Williston, SC 29853

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