Annie Regena Hoover

Regena was born in Huntsville on January 30, 1926 to her parents Flavil Franklin Jenkins and Lela Amos Jenkins. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband and her three sisters, Evelyn, Molly and Judy.

On October 15, 1942, she was wed to her beloved husband of 49 years, Alvie Leon Hoover. Together they created a strong and loving home and a sense of family that continues to this day in the lives of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Regena is survived by her daughter Anita kay Carter, her son, Anthony Edward Hoover; her loving daughter-in-law, Elissa Eslava Hoover; five grandchildren, Daniel Hoover Gregg, John Baxter Gregg, Rachel Hoover Pitsinos, Anthony Edward Hoover, Jr and Jenell Marie Hoover; and six great-grandchildren, Anna Pitsinos Davis, Clay Edward Pitsinos, Lela Jane Hoover, Molly Kate France, Shelby Cook Hoover, and Charley Elise Gregg.

Regena’s home was always the favorite place in the world for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, a safe place filled with fun, activities, good food and much love. She offered advice when asked, never judged, and left everyone with a better feeling about themselves.

She was a member of the West Huntsville Church of Christ, and loved her dear friends in the Golden Sixties Group at that congregation. Many of them experienced the delight of her Tea Cakes, for which she was noted.

The family is so grateful to those who have given her such love and care during her last few years, especially to Francis Hawkins, her very special friend and caregiver; Sincere thanks also to the caring and loving staff at Madison Manor Nursing Home. Their incredible service and kindness will long be remembered.

Interment is at Valhalla Funeral Home and Memory Gardens, followed by a private memorial gathering for the immediate family.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.valhallafunerals.com for the Hoover family.