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Dear Family and Friends, 

We would like to thank everyone who joined us to celebrate Frank. Videographers filmed the service to create a keepsake for our family. We hope that many of you were able to share a story or memory with them. For those unable to attend or did not have an opportunity to share, we wanted to give you the ability to do so. 

If you would like to contribute, please send your memory directly to our video team at:

clair@nodderly.com 

You may share in any of these ways:

- video message: Record a short video on your phone or computer, starting with your name and how you are connected. 

- audio message: A simple voice recording works beautifully. 

- written memory: Send a favorite story, reflection or note.

- photos: Any photos you would like to include are welcome. 

All submissions will be gathered and woven into a keepsake for the family. 

If you need any guidance on recording or sending your memory, our video team is happy to help. We request that all submissions be received by November 1. 

With gratitude,

Kay and family 

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This Announcement is updated to alert you to a posting of Frank's obituary on the "In Memory" page, which has details about a celebratoin of life service.

With breaking heart I relay that our class president and leader Frank Morton passed away last night, surrounded by Kay and their children and immersed in their love. Our prayers are with Kay and their family as we count ourselves among his legion of friends and admirers from Huguenot, Virginia Tech, his law practice and his many community roles.

Many of us will have a first reaction of wanting to pick up the phone and offer love and support to Kay, but perhaps a more compassionate act for now is to give her and their family the privacy they need to deal with their tremendous loss.  I’m sure Kay would appreciate a card or note if you’re inclined; her address is 15213 Heron Pointe Way, Moseley, VA 23120-1397.   

Bill

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Some of you have seen this on Facebook or in the newspaper. Bill

James Hoover Obituary

Larry was an incredible person who will be missed by many.

Born in Roanoke, VA, Larry was one of four children. He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Naomi Hoover and sister Cecelia Bradley. He is survived by his two brothers Bill Hoover Jr (Leesburg) and Steven (Roanoke), his close friend Doug Elliott, adopted son Petey Bunns, and God children Lauren Elliott and Blayre Gottwald.

Larry graduated from the University of Richmond with a BS degree in chemistry and taught at Huguenot and Hermitage high schools. He went on to get his Masters at VCU and Doctorate degree from Virginia Tech. His career took him from teaching to being an assistant principal at Hermitage and eventually being selected Superintendent of Schools at Northumberland and Gloucester counties. He was also an adjunct professor at Virginia Tech. Larry was a remarkable educator and recognized on multiple occasions for his outstanding work.

While at Huguenot he started the Wrestling program with nothing more than a bunch of misfits that he groomed and quickly built into a Championship team. As a Ultimate taskmaster he ingrained in the wrestlers and later in others tremendous skills of hard work, sacrifice, perseverance and patience. These learned skills led to incredibly successful careers by so many who had the privilege of "Bear Hoovers" presence in their lives. Whether he was "Coach" or "Pops" he was always available. His greatest legacy was mentoring them and a significant number of other students.

In his retirement years, Larry was an avid boater, fisherman and reader of American history. He loved all sports, especially golf and Virginia Tech football. He thoroughly enjoyed his Kilmarnock condo and prided himself on its location near the Chesapeake Bay. His beloved dogs, Bandit and Smokey, were always by his side.

Larry will be cremated. A celebration of life service will be held September 21, 2025 from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at Hermitage Country Club at 1248 Hermitage Road Manakin Sabot, Va 23103. Please kindly RSVP to delliottjr@gmail.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The Salvation Army or Coast Guard Foundation.