Alan "A.J." Scott Hoover Jr.

A.J. is preceded in death by mother, Kathy Hoover. He leaves behind his dad, Alan; sisters Ashlyn, Megan, Chelsea, Lauren; several aunts, uncles, cousins, loved ones, and friends.

A.J.’s laugh and smile were infectious. When he smiled the world smiled. From the time A.J. was a toddler he was incredibly competitive. A.J. loved all sports: basketball, baseball, boxing, skateboarding, soccer, track, and hiking. He was all around your typical boy and always outdoors. But with four older sisters, he couldn't help but be a sweetheart. He had a heart of gold and would do anything for anyone, no questions asked.

Born in Phoenix, Arizona, A.J. moved to Houston, Missouri at five years old. He went to school in Missouri kindergarten through freshman year and created several lifelong relationships. He moved back to Phoenix in August 2013. Over the course of a year and a half he made several friends and impacted many people’s lives.

A.J. had planned to finish high school and join the military. He loved the idea of travelling the world. He was incredibly intelligent, but not a fan of school. The military would have been perfect for him. He would have been successful in anything he decided to do. Unfortunately, his life was cut short before he was able to pursue his goals and dreams.

A.J. will be missed by all, never forgotten and forever in our hearts!

A memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 17, at 11:00 AM ar Shadow Mountain Mortuary Chapel, 2350 E. Greenway Rd., Phoenix.