Mary V. Hoover

Mary V. Hoover, 93, of Lower Allen Township, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 2, 2020, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Harrisburg on June 11, 1926 to Vasilj and Frances Vidovich. Mary was a graduate of Steelton High School, and worked for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Labor & Industry for 30 years. Both she and her late husband, Raymond W. Hoover Sr., traveled the world, even going to China in the early 80’s before it became a tourist destination.

After retirement, she continued traveling, and loved gardening both at home and at Hilton Head, SC. She spent a lot of her time watching her grandson’s baseball games. Later, when he was coaching baseball at Cedar Cliff, she worked every home game in the concession stand. She was a huge Penn State fan, following both football and baseball. She was active in her church at St. John’s Lutheran in Steelton where she was known to decorate the church every Christmas. Mary loved spending time with her four great-grandchildren, attending their ballet performances and baseball games.

She is survived by her loving son Raymond W. Hoover Jr. (Deborah), her grandson R. Will Hoover III (Wendy), and four great grandchildren, Emerson, Addyson, Grayson, and R. Will IV.

Visitation will be held Thursday, February 6th, at 10:00am, followed by a service at 11:00am at Parthemore Funeral Home, 1303 Bridge Street, New Cumberland.

In lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to make a contribution, may donate to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 2nd and Pine Streets, Steelton, PA 17113, Pediatric Cancer/Four Diamonds, 1249 Cocoa Ave., #115, Hershey, PA 17033, or a charity of your choice.
A reception will be held at the West Shore Country Club immediately following the graveside service at Rolling Green Cemetery.