Robert P. Hoover

Robert P. Hoover, 83, of Mentor, passed away surrounded by his family on February 1, 2026 at University Hospitals Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby. He was born on September 26, 1942, in Canton, OH. A graduate of Louisville High School, Bob - as he was known by those who knew him - served in the Navy and went on to work as a Field Engineer in the Customer Equipment Services Division at both Eastman Kodak Company and Danka Office Imaging, before retiring in 2005. Bob was the person his wife, daughters, and six grandchildren relied on to fix anything that broke. He took great pleasure in tinkering until he found a solution to any problem (even if it involved a bit of frustration and a few choice words at the start). Fascinated by how things worked, Bob amassed a collection of gadgets and gizmos for nearly every household need. His grandchildren fondly remember discovering Grandpa’s trinkets, convinced he had just the right tool for anything they could imagine. Exponentially more than his gadgets, Bob will be most deeply remembered for his dry wit, impeccable timing, and gift for storytelling. He could turn even the most ordinary tale into a laugh-out-loud moment, often leaving people doubled over in laughter. His bright blue eyes sparkled when he smiled, as if hinting at the next joke waiting to surface. Through his humor, Bob shared a simple wisdom: find the hilarity in the everyday, stay curious about others, and never underestimate the connections that laughter can create. Bob will be deeply missed by his wife of 59 years, Tamra Hoover; daughters, Michelle (David) Hogan, and Melissa (Rick) Scheske; grandchildren, Kaeleigh Hogan, Grace Hogan, Gabrielle Hogan, Margaret Hogan, Connor Hogan, and Bradley Scheske; sister, Judi (Jim) Russell; brothers, Tim (Michelle) Hoover, Gary (Beth) Hoover, and Mike (Jan) Hoover; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Rita Hoover; and his brother Tobe Hoover. The family will receive friends from 3-7 p.m. Friday, February 6, 2026, at Brunner Sanden Deitrick Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 8466 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH 44060. A funeral Mass to honor Bob’s life will be held 9:30 a.m. Saturday, February 7, 2026, at St. Mary of the Assumption Church, 8560 Mentor Ave., Mentor (please meet at the church). Interment will be in Mentor Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to University Hospitals at UHgiving.org. The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the many healthcare professionals who cared for Bob with compassion and empathy following his brief illness beginning in November. Their kindness brought smiles to Bob’s face and comfort to his family throughout his hospitalizations. Please offer condolences at www.brunners.com.

Robert P. Hoover

September 26, 1942 - February 1, 2026