Mary A. Hoover, 60, of State College, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012, at Centre Crest Nursing Home. A daughter of the late John and Vernita (Strittmatter)Roland, Mary was born on July 4, 1952, in Bellefonte. On August 25, 1973, she married Alan V. Hoover, who survives at home.
Mary was a graduate of Bellefonte Area High School and was a homemaker.
She was a member of the Watermark Church in Bellefonte.
Mary enjoyed gardening, crafts,reading and her pets.
Along with her husband Alan, Mary is survived by three sisters; Anne Easter, Teresa McIntyre, Peggy Roland; four brothers, Daniel Roland, James Roland, Joseph Roland and Raymond Roland. She is also survived by 13 nieces, fifteen nephews, 23 great nieces and 13 great nephews.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a niece, Jeanette, and a great nephew, Paul.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 14, 2012, at Noon, at the home of Alan V. Hoover, 2255 Bernel road, State College, PA 16803,with Pastor Jeff Steppe officiating. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions may be made to Watermark Church, 113 S. Spring St. Suite 2,Bellefonte, PA 16823.