Floyd Eugene Hoover was born July 3, 1928 to Robert Forest Hoover and Mary Alice Tuttle Hoover in Cheraw, Colorado. He went home to be with the Lord on August 3, 2023 at the age of 95.
He grew up on a pig farm where he was raised in the Mennonite church. He attended Cheraw public schools for 12 years. During that time he shoveled coal off of box cars and worked for the Inge company. He left the Mennonite church to serve his country. He served in the Army for 18 months during WWII and the Korean War then returned home to Colorado. He started working for Smith Ranch in 1949 and worked for them for 46 years. He married Bonnie Marie Jenkins on November 9, 1952. They moved to MT in 1959 to continue working for Smith Cattle Company. After retiring from Smith Livestock he worked for Ray Jerrel and ran a mail route for Pat McKenzie. Up until his passing he continued to work outside assisting with haying, yard work and gardening.
He loved his family (kids, grandkids, great grandkids) all alike. When given a task he would put his all into it, like serving on the school board. He loved the outdoors and horses. He loved to play cards and if he could get “your goat” he would. He loved to watch football, especially the Green Bay Packers.
He is survived by his wife Bonnie of 70+ years. A sister Sarah Wilson, two brothers-in-law Bill (Marlyn) Jenkins & John (Judy) Jenkins. His children daughter Sheryl Whitney (Dwayne) of Miles City, son Bruce Hoover of Miles City, son Keith (Barb) Hoover of Ismay, daughter Jenifer Villeneauve of Glasgow, and daughter Julie (RJ) Hubbard of St. Marie. Grandchildren Josh, Seth (Casey), Tessa Whitney. Terry (Ann) Nass, Michelle Berry, Cactus (Mike) Steelman, Autumn (Layne) Murnion. Kayla (Joe) Kiel, Jeremy (Brittany) Hoover. Greg Villeneauve. And numerous great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and nieces & nephews.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 9 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home with family receiving friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Interment will follow at the Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery. Following the burial please join the family at the VFW hall for a luncheon. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
As a tribute to Floyd, horseback riders are welcome to process from funeral home to the cemetery on Thursday, August 10,2023.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Wednesday August 9, 2023
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday August 10, 2023
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Following Funeral Service
Thursday August 10, 2023
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Cemetery Road
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Wednesday August 9, 2023
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 AM
Thursday August 10, 2023
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Interment with Full Military Honors
Following Funeral Service
Thursday August 10, 2023
Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Cemetery Road
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Vickie and Dave Gunderson says
So sorry to hear about Floyd’s passing..hugs to Bonnie and family 💔 What a long and storied life he had:))
Clara Jo says
You are all in my thoughts and prayers🤗
Bonnie Mace says
Bonnie and family so sorry to hear about Floyd’s passing he was a great guy always enjoyed visiting with him. If there is anything I can do please let me know
Jim and Annalise Willson says
Bonnie and Family we have many great memories of Floyd. He was such a true Stockman. Lot of great times with the Hoover family when we lived on the Mizpah Ranch. Trail Creek and Riverview school get togethers and so many other events trying to keep Jaci and Julie in line. Ten years of driving for Ray Jerrel hauling Smith Ranch Cattle from Cohagen, Wibaux and Trail Creek to Tribune, Kansas. It was always a pleasure to load cattle at Floyds operation on Trail Creek. REST IN PEACE old friend.
Jim and Annalise Willson
Dixie Rieger says
Floyd was a great neighbor. Prayers for his family.
James Arneson says
To all of the Hoover family, my deepest sympathy, may God comfort you now and always with the best of memories. I will always remember the visits with Floyd at the VA and the Smith ranch. A gentleman, strong hearted and kind. Floyd will be missed by all who ever met and knew him.
Tom and Donna Smith says
Such sad news. Loved the man from years with him at the post office. Our sympathies to Bonnie and Bruce and all the family.
Shirley and Walter Rolf says
Bonnie and family, sorry for the loss of Floyd, I have lots of memories. He was alot of fun to be around. Remember all of the good times.
Irene A Trogden says
Bonnie and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I truly enjoyed all the visits we have had over the years.
Schneider Family says
Bonnie and family,
Our sincere thoughts and prayers with all of you. You all have an abundance of great memories of Floyd as he lived a wonderful and fascinating life. Rest in Peace Floyd.
Jackie Stroh says
Heaven has gained a good man. Never forget the time he pulled me out of a mud hole on the powder. Rest in Peace Floyd. Sincere sympathy Bonnie to you and the Family.
Jim & Marj Anderson says
Hoover Family
Sorry for your loss in such a nice man. Think of you with our thoughts and prayers.
Lynn Ziebarth says
Sorry to hear of your loss may the memories carry many blessings to the family. Talking with Bruce I had realized there were many wonderful memories to be cherished.
Mark Ostendorf says
Very sorry to see this, I always enjoyed seeing Floyd, such a friendly person. Sorry for your loss.
Curt and Kate Terrett says
So sorry for your loss.
MARTHA J CRANDALL says
my sympathy
Marcy Stabler Parks says
Keith, Barb, and family, I am so sorry! My heart goes out to all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tammy Pecha says
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,YOUR WHOLE FAMILY IS IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
Jerry & Gayle Struck says
Bonnie and Family, so sorry to hear of Floyd’s passing. He truly was one of the good guys!
Tom and Lillian Ostendorf says
Sorry for your loss. Lots of good memories of Floyd. What a good neighbor . He was a good person to have in the branding crew and even a good camp cook. Always was pleasant to visit.
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Rick and Dee Abbott says
Bonnie and family… We are deeply saddened for the loss of Floyd. We pray 🙏 that God showers you with His comfort, peace and solace.
Kathy Strub says
Hoover and Whitney Famlies, Floyd was one of the nicest, hardest working guys around. May Gods peace and all your memories comfort you🙏🏻 ~Tom and Kathy ~
Cara Willson says
Bonnie and family, Floyd was one of my very favorite men. I will miss the twinkle in his eye and his great sense of humor. Floyd’s passing leaves a big gap in our all lives. Much love to all of you.
Shawna Gustad says
Hoover family
So sorry about Floyd
Prayers are with you and your family at this time
Tim & Tracy says
We are so sorry to hear of Floyd’s passing. He was such a great guy! My thoughts and prayers are with you. Reach out if you need anything!
mark nielsen says
Keith Barb and family, I am so sorry for your loss, praying are with you,
Jeanie Sorensen says
Mr. Hoover was a kind, loyal and hard working man. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Mark Browning says
Bonnie & family,
Sorry to hear this news of you losing Floyd. Keep all those good memories close at hand.
Diana Elwood says
Hoover Family, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kyle & Gail Shaw says
Hoover Family, Sorry to read about your loss. What a nice person and always supportive of the dances that were held in the community. He will be missed. You are all in our prayers and thoughts.
Cherie LeBlanc Dyba says
Floyd was a good friend to my dad he supported us when we moved from Tribune KS to Miles City working for Smith Ranch. Although I hadn’t seen him in years I would run in to Bonnie and get an update. Know everyone is in my thoughts and prayers.
Bettye Knight says
Bonnie and family so sorry for your loss he was such a good person I haven’t seen you all since the sale of Smith Ranch but know he was a special person wish I could come to the funeral but I work that day my thoughts and prayers are with the family
Marilyn & Jim May says
Bonnie and all of your family,
We send our love and deepest sympathy to each of you in the loss of Floyd; someone so dear and important in your lives. May God give you peace and wonderful memories to remember and share with each other.
Jim & Marilyn May
Sally Peter says
Thoughts and prayers for your loss Bonnie. A lot of years of great memories and love you both had. Heaven gained an angel to watch over you and give you peace.
Sally Peter— Tribune KS
Shelma Erikson says
Hoover family, I am sorry for your loss. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gerald says
Sorry for your loss.he was always fun to visit wth.
Karson and Marie Farnum Kluver says
Bonnie and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jane Viall says
Oh my goodness Hoover family . . . I’m sure God’s timing is perfect, but grief is unavoidable. You are all in my prayers as you walk forward.
Wanda Linnell Richlen says
Hoover family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May Our Heavenly Father comfort you always.
Jesse and Anna LaBree says
Bonnie and family you have our sympathy. Back when we lived on a ranch near by, Floyd was always a good neighbor.
TJ and Tana Kiel says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Is laila stark says
Bonnie and Family I am so sorry to hear the loss of a Husband father, grandfather and great-grandfather, he was such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you,
Kevin Donnelly says
Sorry to hear this Floyd forgot more knowledge than most people know. Will be a great lost to the community. The family were and are good neighbors.
May God be with them.
Cheryl Rainey Yasuda says
To Barb and the entire Hoover family, please accept our sincere condolences on you FIL’s passing. We pray for comfort for your sorrows
Jerry and Donna Schaefer says
Our sincerest sympathies to you Bonnie and Bruce and family. We were so sad to hear of his passing. Floyd was a wonderful inspiration of a life well lived. He will be missed.
Don and Linda Hall says
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers
Ginger Ridenour Bird says
I’ve miss Floyd over the years when he used to deliver in Broadus then stopping in at the IGA for a goodie or beverage. He was always happy and had a good word or two to share. I don’t know any of the family, but I definitely know what sorrow it brings to lose a loved one like Floyd, no matter the age or circumstance. Peace and comfort to all.
Delbert & Donna Jenkins & Family says
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Floyd was a special man and will be deeply missed. May all those great memories continue to fill your hearts with love and laughter.
Our love is with you!
Carol Williams says
I was so sorry to hear about Floyd. My sympathy to Bonnie ,Sheryl, Keith, Bruce, Jennifer, Julie and all his family.
Shawna Jerrel Rothaus says
Dearest Bonnie and Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Floyd’s passing. My parents appreciated Floyd’s work at my dad’s business, Ray Jerrel Trucking, as well as their friendship with Floyd and Bonnie. I’ve been friends with Jennifer since we were very young. My heart goes out to all of you during this very difficult time.
My Condolences~
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
Bonnie, Sheryl, I and all Floyd’s family and friends-
His was a life well lived and that touched many people during his 95 years. May your precious memories comfort and keep you in the coming days and years. My sincere sympathy to all.
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
Bonnie, Sheryl, and all Floyd’s family and friends-
His was a life well lived and that touched many people during his 95 years. May your precious memories comfort and keep you in the coming days and years. My sincere sympathy to all.