Robert D. Hoover

Robert Hoover, 91, of Gladwin, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2019, at Mid Michigan Health, West Branch, Michigan. He was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on October 6, 1927, the son of Wilber & Rena (Maxwell) Hoover. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. On June 1, 1949, he was united in marriage to Ethel Margaret Collier in Memphis, Tennessee. She preceded him in death in 2014. He was employed as a tool & die machinist for Future Products in Troy, Michigan until his retirement. He has lived in Gladwin County since 1989, previously residing in Madison Heights, Michigan. Robert was a member of the Secord Lakes Eagles Aerie 4121 & American Legion Post 416, St. Helen. Left to cherish his memory are his children: Laura Steele of Gladwin; David (Deborah) Hoover of St. Helen; Edward (Karen) Hoover of Clarkston; grandchildren: Jenny, Christina, Benjermin & David; great grandchildren: Emmalynn, Mylan, Cassiday, Micaela, Gabriel & Emery. He is preceded in death by his wife; parents; son in-law: Gary Steele; brothers: Wilber Glenn Hoover & Charles Hoover. Private services will be held and inurnment will take place at Highland Cemetery, Gladwin, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, Gladwin, Michigan. www.hall-kokotovichfuneralhome.com