Hoover passed away at the age of 98 in Brentwood. Hoover was born in Dryersburg, TN. He is preceded in death by his wife, Freda and survived by his children, Gerald Kennedy and wife, Derrel Kennedy and wife, Barbara Clemons and husband. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Graveside Services were held on Nov. 12 at Union Cemetery, Brentwood, CA.