Ken Hoover, RIP

Photos by Shannon Bishop

We just got word last night that Jen’s uncle passed yesterday after a long bout with cystic fibrosis.

I didn’t personally know him very well, but the few times I did get to spend time with him, I enjoyed his company. He was a big man but he gave off a gentle vibe, and he smiled almost constantly, telling stories on Jen when she was younger with a twinkle in his eye. I’m told he loved a good party, and in true fashion, after a long night of laughter and fun, he left our wedding late with slurred speech and a six-pack of beer in his hand.

Bless – sorry to hear it.

and, he also loved babies and children. I didn’t get to see that side of him until I had my baby. In that blurry time (doped up with Vicodin for the c-section) I vaguely remember how happy Uncle Ken was to hold my baby. He wouldn’t even let my Aunt Mary hold him….Aunt Mary just reminded me.

Yes, RIP Uncle Ken. He will be missed.