Ann Marie Hoyer (nee Martin), 42, of Martinsville, VA passed
away suddenly on June 27, 2020 in Franklin County, PA. Though the accident that
claimed her life was a tragedy in the hearts of those who grieve, Marie now
rejoices in the presence of Jesus.
She was born April 17, 1978 in Lynchburg, VA, the daughter
of Gloria Ann Martin and the late Courtney Carroll Martin Jr.
On October 14, 2006, she married Karl H. Hoyer, the love of
her life, and pastor at Orchard Drive Baptist Church of Bassett, VA. They recently
celebrated a renewal of vows ceremony which was a very meaningful occasion for
them. Marie proudly celebrated her Jewish heritage.
She held an engaging smile and never made a friend she
didn't consider family. She was loyal to a fault with a heart for
reconciliation and unity. Marie enjoyed research and was a discerning problem
solver. Her penchant for detail and co-ordination led her to a career in office
management within various medical practices.
In addition to traveling to be with family and close
friends, she loved movies, Coca-Cola, Starbucks coffee, and breathtaking views
of Letchworth State Park. Her recent trip to India birthed a love for the
people and a passion to return. A skilled vocalist and composer, Marie used
music to speak to others and embraced worship music. She traveled often, loved
people, and held an extraordinary gift for remembering the details of an
individual's life that both endeared and enriched her relationships. She was a
beloved wife and mother, and a dutiful daughter. A longtime resident of the
area, Marie was employed at Sovah Health-Martinsville at the time of her death.
She was active in the congregations of Orchard Drive Baptist Church and New Day
Church.
In addition to her husband and mother, Marie is survived by
her young daughters, Eliorah Ariel Hoyer and Lielle Rose Hoyer, and her
brother, Courtney Carroll Martin III, all of Martinsville, along with several
aunts, uncle, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her father and her
grandparents. Family and friends are
invited to Island Park for a special Memorial Service in honor of Marie Hoyer
on Sunday August 23, 2020 at 6 PM at the Genesee pavilion (closest to the
river). Pastor Gene Miller will
officiate the service. Memorial donations may be made to the Yorks Corners
Mennonite Church To leave online condolences, please visit www.collinsmckeestonemartinsville.com.
