Betty Ruth Harden Hoover, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on Friday, May 9th, 2025.  She was 92.  Betty Ruth was born January 10th, 1933, in Greenville, Florida to Marvin C. and Mildred Kinsey Harden.
Betty Ruth graduated from Andrew Jackson High School in 1951. She married Herman Hoover the same year and they were married until his death in 1989. Mrs. Hoover was employed by Southern Bell for 30 plus years, retiring in 1984. She was a faithful member of Franklin Street Baptist Church. Betty Ruth enjoyed traveling and was fortunate to visit many beautiful places, including cruises to Alaska and Hawaii.
Mrs. Hoover is survived by three daughters, Linda Murrer, Jacksonville, Florida; Brenda Beckmann Stark, Alexander City, Alabama and Sandy Young, Jacksonville, Florida. She is also survived by 6 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and 1 great great-grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Hoover was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Herman Hoover, her parents, Marvin C., and Mildred Kinsey Harden, 2 brothers, M.C. Harden and Buddy Harden.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am, Tuesday, May 20th at the Evergreen Funeral Home Chapel, 4535 Main Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206.  Visitation will be from 10:00 until the time of the funeral service.  Pastor Jordan Chambers will officiate.  The Evergreen Chapel is located under the bell tower on the grounds of Evergreen Cemetery.  Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery.  Arrangements are under the direction and care of Evergreen Funeral Home – (904) 353-3649.
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Always enjoyed going to her house many memories of the good old days with the Hoovers hugs and prayers for you all
She was a very sweet woman, I remember all the reunions we went to at there home seeing everybody. I love my family forever. Rip aunt Betty Ruth 💕
I have loved Mrs. Hoover since Sandy and I met in kindergarten. She always welcomed me no matter how many times I would knock on the door to play. She was a special lady. Rest well.
Betty Ruth was my first cousin. I have many fond memories of her, her brothers and parents. I tought the world of all of them. I send love to her children and grandchildren. She was a wonderful person and will be missed by all. She led a long, faithful life!
Aunt Betty Ruth, I wish you a beautiful and joyous journey Home with much love. I will miss Sandy’s stories of your adventures and misadventures. Linda, Brenda, Sandy, and family I am sending you each a hug with much love, and prayers for peace.
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