Dear family and friends, I have been wanting to add the link to David testimony at church for anyone to view. Here it is:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zWN-JSwCwU&list=PLoFkhUrhLHNa4knBWyeSp984gQ5OHJePm

And here is the link to the full funeral service:
https://www.youtube.com/live/w17Cd98A-Bc?si=Vbba4QKMwES9kI2F

My David, was a servant of Christ, attorney, lover of people and leader in worship, and on church boards, and in KBM ministries!
He was my beloved husband. May his life help lead people to Christ who is the way the truth and the life! Feel free to leave any stories or memories on this site. God bless you, Lynette Hoy.

Dave and I met at Emmaus Bible School in Oak Park, Illinois, in 1967.  We became fast friends after his return from my birthplace, Ireland, where he had done a missions trip.  The skit he and Steve Flint did depicting Irish farmers was hilarious!  During the summer after my first year at Emmaus, we traveled together as members of a Christian folk group called The Other Side.  I could sing, but I couldn’t play a musical instrument.  So they put me on a gut bucket (look it up, it was a thing).  My claim to fame was playing a gut bucket solo with Dave actually playing the Bass notes on his guitar in the background. We actually fooled a lot of people.  Like thousands of others, we loved David dearly. The attached picture I found in my collections is the only one I have of him and I will treasure it now. It was taken in August 1968 in front of my house in Cleveland Heights, Ohio as we were touring.  I’m standing next to Dave.  My wife, LaVerne, and Lynette were both nurses and friends as students at Emmaus.  
Though saddened by his loss, we know that we will meet again as we both loved the Lord as our Savior.

Vic and LaVerne Marshall

I met David and Lynette over 20 years ago when he officiated over Kathy's and my wedding. He and Lynette also counseled us beforehand. David, from the beginning   struck me as a good and warm man, Kathy and I will miss him.
Condolences to Lynette, Coleen and his close family

We were deeply saddened to hear of Dave’s passing last month. We knew him quite well and always enjoyed his playing, singing, and his genuinely warm personality. Some of our favorite memories are the times he invited us to swim in "his" pool with our kids and my parents—those moments reflected his generous spirit and joyful heart. Dave was such a hopeful and kind person.

We are very sorry that we were unable to attend the events due to prior commitments and being on Christmas break with our parents away from the area. Please know that you were very much in our thoughts during that time. While we are truly sorry for your family’s loss and grieve with you, we also find comfort in knowing that he is now in heaven with his Savior, Jesus Christ. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult season.

I’m an only child.  This is a double loss for me in my personal and professional life as I lost a wonderful father and a law partner. 
My father served the Lord all his life, even to the end of his life. 	
My father had a magnetic personality. He lit up a room with his enthusiasm and humor. He was larger than life. Dad was cheerful, upbeat, friendly, and outgoing. Dad was a grounded, values-focused person. Dad had a strong work ethic and instilled this in me. At the office, he’d make new clients feel welcome, and within minutes have them at ease and even laughing. When they left, they’d be hugging him and thanking him.  
Dad was very loving and caring. He was fun-loving, witty, intelligent, and humorous. He could fix any problem.  
He was a spiritual leader with integrity & ethics. Dad was quick to forgive.  Dad was reliable. He was the strong rock of our family.  
I had the joy and pleasure of singing with Dad while he played guitar at church on the worship team. A cherished memory is when Dad accompanied me on guitar when I sang to my husband at our wedding. 
Dad attended every vocal performance and choir concert - even in recent years.
My parents led me to the Lord when I was 4 years old. They taught me the Bible, and modeled authentic faith in the Lord.  
I’m grateful that in 2025, Dad was able to see me receive my IICLE outstanding achievement in estate planning award and the IICLE publication of my Practical Probate Manual, including my dedication to him. 
	Dad was my law partner of nearly 26 years, and my mentor.  He’d tell my clients, “she’s the brains” and “you’re in good hands” and “she’s far surpassed me.” At work, he’d say, “everything you do for such a soul such as these, you do for the Lord," and service added credit "to the bank account in heaven." 
Before my father passed, I told him that he made it easy to believe in a loving heavenly father because I had such a loving earthly father. I will greatly miss my Dad.

We were married for over56  years. I will be forever impacted by Davids life, love, humor, wisdom, and faith! There are no words to express how heartbroken I am since losing my soulmate and the love of my life. I know he is in heaven because he had a firm belief in the redeeming blood, that Jesus sacrificed at the cross for our sins and His, resurrection and promise to give us eternal life!  And our faith provided a strong foundation for our relationship. Our mutual love for music, laughter, adventure, serving others, sharing the gospel learning the word of God, and growing in Christ gave us a deep connection to one another.  We ended every evening telling each other “I love you with all my heart“. We understood and accepted each other, and that was a gift from God! I pray that so many couples and lives will be deeply impacted by this man and his story. He lived With a mission to serve God and share the gospel as chairman of the keep believing ministries board for over 20 years and on other church boards. He was a wonderful Bible teacher and communicator! He had so much wisdom to share with all of us! He prayed with and ministered to many people who came for legal services at his law practice along with Colleen. He will be forever missed in my heart. And I look forward to being reunited with him someday when the Lord takes me home. 

I love you sweetheart, and I always will. Lynette.
John 3:16 it says, “for God, so loved the world that he gave his only son that whosoever believes in him, should not perish, but have everlasting life.“

Dave was my first cousin.  The references to him being the life of the party are inadequate.  Dave WAS the party!  I greatly admire his life lived for Christ.  I look forward to seeing him again in Heaven.
Maureen Moore Barnes

Our family met Dave and his family at Calvary Memorial Church many years ago. Their friendship was almost immediate as we were blessed to be parts of the same ministries. Dave was always welcoming, helpful and easy to laugh with and get to know. He was a strong friend with a warm heart. Ready to help and willing to listen, along with a hug to be given. Spending time with Dave and Lynette was always a blessing. As we mourn the loss of Dave, we rejoice in knowing that he is with his Savior! 
Our prayers are with Dave's family during this time.  Love you!

Some of my earliest memories, and some of my happiest times as a child, were the family get-togethers.   Uncle Dave was the wild and hilarious uncle that kept us rolling in laughter and loving every minute of our time together!  Later, as an adult, he became like an extended father to me.  Always interested in what was going on in my life and ready with compassion and advice when I was struggling!  His impact on my family was, and still is, profound!  A tremendous example of godliness to follow.  I look forward to getting one of his hearty hugs in heaven.

Larry and I have a lot of fond memories of Dave. First, there was Woodside Bibe Chapel in Maywood, where we met him and Lynette and daughter, Colleen. Colleen was quite young at the time, maybe seven years old. Dave and Lynette, Larry and I, along with several other couples had a young marrieds Bible study for many years. Together we grew in the Lord and encouraged each other.
Later on, we moved to Calvary Memorial Church in Oak Park, where we continued to worship and serve the Lord together. 
Though the Hoys moved on, we kept in contact with each other.  It has been a joy to watch Colleen and Dave grow in their law practice together.
On a personal level, Dave helped provide legal counsel to us when we purchased our home nearly thirty years ago. His more recent battle with cancer has been an inspiration. 
We will miss you, Dave, but we know you’re experiencing the eternal joy only our God can give. Rest in Peace! 
Margaret Hodge-Moores

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David E. Hoy

April 20, 1948 – December 18, 2025

Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home & Cemetery

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