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On Saturday, April 18, the
unthinkable happened when my beloved husband David died
suddenly of heart failure at our home. If this tragedy had
to happen, then my son Davis and I were fortunate to be
living in the best place we could be under the
circumstances—Greene County. When my husband collapsed on
the lawn, neighbors immediately tended to him, giving him
CPR until the Rescue Squad arrived. Friends and neighbors
stayed with us while the EMTs worked on my husband, spending
an incredible amount of time doing all they could to revive
him. The news of what happened quickly spread, and within a
short time, many friends and other community members began
calling and showing up with food and other items. We can’t
begin to thank all those who responded so quickly and so
compassionately, from my son’s soccer coaches who left the
middle of a game to be by our sides and later finished the
yard work my husband had not completed, to neighbors who
encircled us with love and prayers on our front lawn. One
neighbor sat and held my hand during the entire incident and
returned the next morning to drive me to church.
Davis and I have been
overwhelmed by the outpouring of love, support, and prayers
of so many people. I would not be exaggerating to state that
hundreds of people visited us during the visitation at Ryan
Funeral Home and for the funeral service at my church in
Charlottesville the following evening. Some of Davis’
teenaged friends showed up both nights, a remarkable
expression of love and support from such young people. I am
also grateful to the folks at Ryan Funeral Home, who were so
kind, understanding, and compassionate during this difficult
time. They guided me through this difficult and emotional
process and were with me every step of the way.
Our lives will be forever
changed by this tragic loss, but one thing that will not
change is our love and appreciation for our wonderful
friends and loving community. We are truly blessed to live
in Greene County.
With much appreciation,
Pauline Hovey
David Hovey Obituary |
