We have lost a quiet giant of the grouse woods. Roger Hoover passed.
Posted by Joe Cammisa on 11/16/2025, 12:29 pm
Roger L. Hoover Jr., 76, of Tyrone, passed away Wednesday morning at his residence, after an extended illness. He was born in Altoona, the son of the late Roger L. Sr. and Lillian (Downing) Hoover.
He married Cathy Mannino on Dec. 19, 1970, at St. Mark’s Catholic Church, Altoona.
Roger is survived by his loving wife of nearly 55 years; three children: Jacob Hoover (Rachel) of Lubbock, Texas, Lillian Miller of Tyrone and Elizabeth Kenes (Justin) of Mechanicsburg; five grandchildren: Linus, Emori, Dusty, Caleb and Linden; six siblings: Mark Hoover (Mary) of Golden, Colo., Priscilla Davidson of Ramey, Elizabeth Morris (Dan) of Myerstown, Jennifer Hileman, Laura Clancy (Jim) and Maria Zupon (Rick), all of Altoona; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Molly J. Hoover.
Roger was a 1967 graduate of Bishop Guilfoyle High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard and served during the Vietnam War.
He was a self-employed entrepreneur, specializing as a hunting and fishing guide. Roger also was the owner and operator of Roger Hoover Kennels, Tyrone, where he enjoyed training dogs.
Roger enjoyed fishing, hunting and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
At the request of the deceased, there will be no visitation or services.
Arrangements are by The Stevens Mortuary Inc., 1421 Eighth Ave., Altoona.
Condolences may be made at www.stevensfamilyfuneralhomes.com or Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook page.
Re: We have lost a quiet giant of the grouse woods. Roger Hoover passed.
First met Roger when he was training for Lenord Saso? so far back I don't recall the year. Then over the years from time to time we'd do the Roger, Roger thing. Nice fellow, tougher than nails.. RIP friend..
Roger J. Roger Johnson
Re: We have lost a quiet giant of the grouse woods. Roger Hoover passed.
RIP Roger! Roger was a true gentlemen anytime I was around him. I remember somewhere around 2000 I ran into him in Texas while he was on a quail hunt and was surprised that he told me he started everyday with his coffee and catching up on the Coverdog board. My prayers go out to all of Rogers friends and family.
on 11/16/2025, 12:29 pm