Mr. Herbert P. Hoover Sr., 97, of Duryea, passed away Sunday, October 2, 2016, at his home.

Born in Old Forge, he was the son of the late William and Ellen Jones Hoover. He attended Old Forge Schools. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Metropolitan Wire, Plains.

He was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He enjoyed cutting his grass and tending to his yard. He was as avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Steelers.

He was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters and Wayne's fiance, Diane Kozak.

He and his wife, the former Shirley Shelly, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on November 12, 2015.

Surviving in addition to his wife are:
Son, Herbert Hoover Jr. and his wife, Bernadine, of Duryea
Son, Alan Hoover and his wife, Arlene, of Duryea
Son, Wayne Hoover of Avoca
Daughter, Deborah Nicholls and her husband, Donald, of Old Forge

Grandchildren
Great grandchildren

The family would like to thank Herbert's granddaughter, Mary, for taking such good care of him through out his illness. The family would also like to thank Hospice of the Sacred Heart for the care and compassion that was shown to Herbert.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, October 6, 2016, at 9:30 am in Holy Rosary Church, 127 Stephenson Street, Duryea. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery, Duryea. A viewing will be held on Wednesday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea. Those attending the funeral are asked to go directly to church the morning of the funeral. To leave the family an online condolence, please visit the funeral home website, www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

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Guestbook Entries

We are so sorry for your loss, he was a great man. God Bless you Family

Jim Balchune and Marilyn Tokar (over 7 years ago)

Dear Mary and Family, My heart goes out to you on the loss of your grandfather, Mary. I know you were close. May you all find peace and strength at this difficult time.

Diane Connolly (over 7 years ago)

So sorry for your loss...

Diane Skurjunis (over 7 years ago)

My deepest sympathy So sorry for your loss. Prayers to your family.

joanne suhocky chapman (over 7 years ago)

Hoover family, we are sorry for your loss. God bless.

Mr and Mrs Justin C. Maruska (over 7 years ago)

Bernardine we are so sorry to hear about your father-in-law passing away prayers are with you and your family may he rest in peace

Kim & mike Korshnak (over 7 years ago)

I'm so sorry for your loss Herbie and Bernie! May God rest his soul! I will keep him and your family in my prayers!

Mario Balester (over 7 years ago)

God bless and God help all of you to get through this sad time.Herbie was a very nice,fun loving man.His battle was long yet he fought long and hard.He will be missed by all whose lives he touched!

Terry Capitano (over 7 years ago)

Herb and Bernie, We send our condolences to both of you. He was a good man. I remember him hanging with us at the Dart League down at Biscontini's. He was a pistol. Our sympathies go to you and your Family.

Mr & Mrs Nick Stasyszyn & Nancy Rugletic (over 7 years ago)

So sorry for your loss Deb..prayers for you and your family

Tara vogel (over 7 years ago)

With deepest sympathies for the loss of your husband,dad,and grandpa...Herbie was a fun loving guy with a great spirit...Always joking and smiling...He will be missed..R.I.P. Mr. Hoover

Mary Rugletic (over 7 years ago)

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