18January2010
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On January 8, 2010 Our daughter Nikki received two awards at her school. For the Second Quarter she received an award for….
Perfect Attendance! We are so glad she has been able to receive this award. No more for Third Grade though….
She also received an award for Subtraction Facts. I have been told this is not an easy one to get, because it’s harder to learn subtraction at his age….
wonderful job in school Nikki! Way to learn those subtraction facts!!!
We are so proud of all the hard work you are doing in school this year! Keep it up! We love you so much!
11January2010
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On Wednesday, January 6, 2010 my newest nephew was born. We definitely needed some good news during this week. It came in the morning and we are all so excited to find out that he was born at 9:06 am (Wisconsin time). He was 6 pounds 9 ounces and 19 inches long. We were so excited for the news we forgot to ask his name….since Keith and Mandy weren’t telling anyone what it was before he was born. A little while later we learned….
Issac Ryan Hoover is his name! Keith made sure there was one picture of him on facebook so we could all see his cute little face.
My newest nephew is so cute!!! I can’t wait for the day I get to meet and hold him. Keith and Mandy congrats on another beautiful baby!!! Logan and Alyssa be nice to your baby brother! We love you all!!!!
11January2010
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Almost two months ago my Mom informed me that my cousin Larry had his first son. Chace Lee Hoover was born on 7 November 2009. While we were in California in December my sister Emily and I had an opportunity to hold Baby Chace. While I am always partial when it comes to babies, he was especially sweet and so cute.
When our family went out to California on January 1st after my Grandpa’s passing we never knew what was about to come. On Monday, January 4, 2010 my Mom got a phone call from my sister Sarah telling her that Baby Chace wasn’t breathing. Mom and Dad immediately headed to the hospital with Aunt Judy (Chace’s Grandma). A little while later I got a call from Mom telling me that Chace didn’t make it. I can deal with most things, but hearing of this sweet baby passing just after my Grandpa’s passing was just so much more then my brain could understand. My heart wept with and for each of his family members. Chace’s Mom, Dad, Sister, Grandmas, Grandpas, Aunts, Uncles, and cousins.
His funeral was held on Friday, January 8, 2010 at Turlock Memorial Park. The sky opened and cried with us all during the funeral/graveside service. I have to say that I’m so amazed by the strength and love that was shown during such a difficult time. Larry and Sam please know that if there is anything we can do for you we will!
While I still don’t know why he was taken so early, I have found a little solace in that he is with his Great-Grandpa in heaven. Plus that the two of them together are watching over us like guardian angels one old, one young. I will forever be so thankful for the chance I had to know this sweet spirit.
6January2010
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3January2010
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After watching my Mom write my Grandpa’s obituary today I decided so much more could be shared online. This is a combination of the obituary for the newspaper and some of what we would have wanted to say if we had the space…
Beloved Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather Harry Lee Hoover died peacefully at his home of 35 years on Dec. 31, 2009.
Harry was born in Oak Mills, Kansas on September 24, 1922 to Charles Edgar and Jennette Mirie (Hughbanks) Hoover. He was the sixth of eight children. He had three sisters Evelyn, Fern, and Irene and four brothers Bill, Jack, George, and Bruce.
His family moved from Kansas to Eastern Colorado when he was still a boy. He graduated from Lamar Union High School on 22 May 1942. On 16 October 1942 Harry enlisted in the U.S. Army as an Automotive Mechanic. He went to boot camp in Big Springs, Texas. He served in the South Pacific during World War II. As a member of the 1831st Ordnance Service and Maintenance Company he was in the New Guinea, Southern Philippines, and Luzon Campaigns. He received decorations that include American Service Medal, Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, Philippine Liberation Ribbon with 1 Bronze Service Star, World War II Victory Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. He was given an honorable discharge on 29 Nov. 1945.
He was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 3 for 50 years. He worked for Guy F. Atkinson working on numerous dams. He retired as a Helicopter Pilot in 1977. He was a member of the Masons.
He is survived by his sister, Irene Stone; his children Mark and Carol Hoover, Larry and Judy Hoover, Barbara Rogers, and daughter in law Barbara Hoover; his grandchildren Eric and Jennifer Hoover, Kevin and Michele Hoover, Shere Carter, Stephanie and Jason Shultz, Jessica Hoover, Ted and Mandy Bilyeu, Larry Jr. and Samantha Hoover, Sarah Lavender, Chris and Shannon Bilyeu, Emily and Brady Bouwhuis, Keith and Mandy Hoover, and Kyle Hoover; his great-grandchildren Jenise, Jaran, Seth, Taylore, Ashley, Brian Lee, Nikki, Easton, Christopher, Logan, Lizzi, Adam Lee, Conner, Alyssa, Ayla, Jaylee, Madison, and Chace with two more on the way and many others who called him “Grandpa”.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, Charles and “Jennie” Hoover; his siblings Evelyn Eckman, Bill Hoover, Fern Ernest, Jack Hoover, George Hoover, and Bruce Hoover; his son Rick Hoover; and two grandsons Brian and Jared Hoover.
A viewing will be held Wednesday, January 6, 2010 from 4 to 8 pm at Salas Brothers Funeral Chapel in Modesto, California. Graveside services will be held Thursday, January 7, 2010 at 11 am at Turlock Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers please send remembrances to Castle Air Museum, 5050 Santa Fe Dr., Atwater, CA 95301-5154.
3January2010
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While helping my Mom write my Grandpa’s obituary I realized just how horrible newspapers are at bleeding money from mourning families. I can come on here and write all the information about my Grandpa and it doesn’t cost me anything extra. However, if you want any amount of lines you have to pay nearly $5 extra each line over 11. Well, when you have a large family that’s not a possibility! We were joking about writing….
Long time resident Harry Lee Hoover died peacefully at his home on Dec. 31, 2009. For more details go to www.ourincrediblejourney.com/Great-Papa
First of all it would save resources and additionally no one reads the paper any more. So when it comes to your loved ones you have to decide exactly how much money am I willing to spend to let the world know how much I loved you!
2January2010
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On Dec. 31, 2009 my grandpa Harry Lee Hoover passed from this life and into the next a little after 2 pm. I love you Grandpa! I am so saddened by your passing, yet I’m so glad that you have gone to a place where you can be with your parents, brothers, sisters, son, grandsons and other family members. I will miss your sweet smile and the relationship you had with me and my daughters!
I honestly don’t have the words right now to explain how much he means to me so I am reposting the post I wrote on his birthday in Sept.
http://ourincrediblejourney.com/2009/09/24/happy-87th-birthday-grandpa/
*Update…*He has 18 great-grandchildren with 2 more on the way….
26December2009
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From our home to yours....
On Christmas morning I awoke to rustling in the living room. I was able to figure out quickly that Nikki was awake and checking her stocking, what was under the Christmas tree, and to see who was awake. I continued pretending to sleep so I didn’t have to get out of my nice warm, cozy bed. Soon afterward Jason woke up and Nikki caught on to him being awake quickly. She quickly gave Daddy a rundown list of things under the tree and that the stockings were completely full. I reminded her not to wake her sister.
About an hour later Lizzi woke up and it was all over, but the tearing open of each present! Jason got out the video camera and we each took turns opening presents. The girls had a blast opening presents and watching everyone else open their presents too. I think this is the first year this has happened. Before they wanted to open all of their presents as fast as they could. This year was a sit and enjoy each others gifts with them.
After all of the gifts were opened I started making a couple things for our family get together. We had it at our home this year. Jason BBQed Rib Eye for us all to enjoy! Everyone started arriving around 12:30. Emily and her family arrived first so she could get the rolls cooking. Soon after Jason’s Mom came with her green beans. Kevin and his family arrived bringing apple pie with them.
I forgot to start the potatoes for mashed potatoes, but we were able to get everything ready on time. Emily also made gravy for the dinner. Everything turned out wonderfully!!!
After dinner we made a call to Grammy to let her know that we were opening the presents from her, Papa, and Great-Papa. We are so lucky to have a video phone because they were able to see the kids open each of the presents!
The guys were playing Risk, but the girls chose to play a game 80’s Scene It. The funniest thing was the guys were trying to answer our questions from the dining room. What a fun game, but I really don’t remember that much about the 80’s. I never have been good with celebrity names and add to that many of the movies I haven’t seen since I was a kid. Michele won the game, by a long shot! Good game Michele and Emily.
All in all what a wonderful day to celebrate the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. Fun times with the family…who could ask for more? Not I!
We hope your was as great as ours. I will post a small video clip later…Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all!!!
22December2009
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Once again I didn’t forget the birthday I just didn’t post a blog. Since I’m playing catch up tonight….here goes nothing!
Happy Birthday to my sweet little Lizzi!!!
We are so lucky to have wonderful family members and friends who took the time to help us celebrate Lizzi’s special day! I know it’s hard at this time of the year, but you help us make her day special each and every year! Thank you for coming to the party and bring such wonderful gifts for Lizzi to enjoy!!!
On Thursday, December 17th, 2009 We had a birthday party for Lizzi….
Thank you for the easel and art supplies Jeff and family!
Getting ready to sing Happy Birthday to Lizzi!
Lizzi’s theme was butterflies. We were able to find butterfly wall stickers to hang all over the house. Lizzi got new clothes for her birthday from Jaylee, Auntie Em, and Uncle Brady. Thank you for the butterfly clothes!
Uncle Eric’s family gave Lizzi a Cooties game.
Uncle Kevin’s family gave Lizzi a Jewelry making kit.
JonJon and Lisa gave Lizzi a Bratz doll set.
Grandma gave Lizzi a doodle pad, colored pencils, and stickers.
Lizzi loves them all and has been busy trying each of them out! Thank you for the wonderful gifts!!!
22December2009
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On Wednesday Dec. 9th We got a Christmas card in the mail from my sister’s family. I hung it up with all my other Christmas cards. When I talked to my sister on the phone she asked me what I thought of their card. I told her it was cute. She replied, “That’s all you have to say?” I was confused so I said yes. She asked me if I read it….Upon closer inspection, I found there was more to her card then just a Christmas greeting.
This makes two for this next year. Emily and Brady are due at the end of July. Keith and Mandy are due at the beginning of January! I will be an Aunt for two more kiddos this year. I’m so excited for these new additions to our family!!!