Lonnie A. Stover

Message from Doris stover

What a wonderful nephew he was. Always a joy to be around and I am so sorry we lost connections as we both went in different directions in life. But he played hard was kind funny and sweet and a great Christian at a really young age and I miss knowing he Is walking on this earth. But he is in our hearts always. Love to all. GOD BLESS AND KEEP CARRYING YOU...

A candle was lit by Jacob Mittelman on April 26, 2018 9:48 PM

Message from Jacob Mittelman

I was honored to have learned from you, Mr. Stover, and I regret that I never got to meet you as an adult.

From the Field High School class of 1999, Hail the Overlord.

Message from Adam Howarf

This man was an enormously positive influence on me and I have taken his memory and positivity with me everywhere I’ve been my entire adult life. I can’t believe this news and I send my most profound sympathies and all the strength to his family. Having known him as a student has made me a better person. God bless his memory.

A candle was lit by Adam D. Howard on April 26, 2018 9:36 PM

Message from Kristin (Peters) Mitchell

I am so terribly sorry for your loss! I had Mr Stover as a band teacher at Field! I am so sorry to hear this news! The Stover family will remain in my prayers!

A candle was lit by Brenda Hellmer on December 21, 2017 3:34 PM

Message from Katie Eastham

It was an honor to be one of Lonnie's nurses. He always knew how to put a smile on my face. He could always tell when I was overwhelmed with something else with another patient and he would ask me to come back when I had a moment. I would always find that time, because he would have me pull up a chair and listen to a story, and after he would pray with me. He was always sweet to pray over us for the work that we did. Anytime I was leaving shift I would go in and he would always give me a hug and remind me that he would always pray for me, and I reminded him the same. That will never change, my prayers may be different now, but I will pray for his family in their time of need. Again, thank you for allowing me to be apart of your lives. I am forever grateful for life lessons he taught me, and they will stay with me always. He is so loved and will he greatly missed.

-Katie

A candle was lit by Katie Eastham on October 18, 2017 12:18 AM

A candle was lit by Patricia DeVoe Mills on October 15, 2017 3:02 PM

Message from Gary Cummins, Retired Turpin High School Teacher

Although it was decades ago, Lonnie and I shared the most intimate male bonding settings- sitting in a fishing boat, talking about everything. And I recall it always being said with his infectious smile. A person's wealth in life is measured by having good friends. My life is richer from having known Lonnie. The very best thoughts and prayers go out to the family from Barb and me , knowing that the loving memories they have of Lonnie will help them in this difficult time.

A candle was lit by Carolyn Price Smith on October 12, 2017 8:57 PM

A candle was lit by Kathy Stanley on October 12, 2017 8:32 PM

Message from Amanda Telinda

Thinking and praying for you and your family. It was an honor to get to meet you and your family and a priveledge to take care of you. You taught me to never give up on my faith and for that, Lonnie, I am forever thankful. Rest In Peace.

A candle was lit by Amanda Telinda on October 12, 2017 6:58 PM

A candle was lit by The Kidds on October 12, 2017 6:41 PM

Message from MacLeod Family- Rod Jill and Will

"A teacher affects eternity; one can never tell where his influence stops. "
---Henry Brooks Adams---

So sorry to hear of your family's loss, our prayers are with you.

Message from Harold and Phyllis Dye

Sincere sympathy, at this time, words cannot express our love for you. So sorry for what you must be going through right now. Just know that others share your heartache and are keeping you in our prayers.

Message from Rod and Joyce Fox

We are very sorry for the passing of Lonnie. We have fond memories of Lonnie growing up in Porterfield Church. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Expression of Sympathy

A Seasonal Garden Fireside Basket was sent on October 12, 2017

Words cannot express how saddened we are about Lonnie's passing. May your heart and soul find peace, comfort and courage during this difficult time. With Deepest Sympathy, Phil, Angel, Alissa, and Jessica Martin

A candle was lit by Becky, Clark, and Foster Dawson on October 12, 2017 11:13 AM

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Our thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends on this heartbreaking loss. He was so much to so many. May he continue his work in heaven , as he will always have the best seat in the house, at all the concerts and shows, he had a hand in making happen.

Message from Lucinda (Cindy Board)

I remember growing up alongside Lonnie as kids at Porterfield Baptist Church in Porterfield Ohio. Thinking of each of each of you at this time. Prayers for comfort and a peace that passeth understanding that only comes from God.

Message from Carolyn Saling

Morgan and family my heart breaks at the lost of Lonnie. There are no words to heal your heart I know. We have been and will continue to pray for all. All your brothers and sisters have you in there prayers as well. Lonnie was a special person and God will hold him in the palm of his hand. God will lead you threw the pain so lean on him. With love. your siblings.

A candle was lit by Char Klinger on October 11, 2017 11:36 PM

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Nancy, so very sorry to see this. Prayers for you and all the family as you grieve.

Message from David C. Collins

I'm so sorry for y'all's loss. Lonnie was a great person. I was at Turpin when he was a drum instructor there. He was a supportive adult when I really needed one. He helped give me purpose and direction and discipline and belonging and respect and perspective in a way nobody had done before. He was fun and engaged and believed in the musicians in the band in a way that really left an impact on everyone. A part of him will live on in all the people he worked with. I'm so glad to have known him.

Message from Zach Fox

Mr. Stover was everything you could hope for in a teacher. He taught us how to play well, individually and as a group. He formed so many of us -- not just as musicians but as leaders.

Stover always had this aura, this reputation of being a hard-nosed, discipline-heavy taskmaster. Given that, it is crazy to think back on all the rehearsals and practices, and I can't think of one that I didn't enjoy. I can't remember ever dreading one of his practices. It was always something we looked forward to.

I saw someone else refer to him as a giant, and I think that is apt. Reading a biography, I was struck to see a reference to indoor drumline as something he did on freelance. For me, and I imagine for many others, those winters were integral to our high school experiences. For Stover, it was just something he did on top of everything else -- because he knew it was something we enjoyed, something we wouldn't forget. I think that's emblematic of the man he was. He always gave us his all, and he'll forever be our role model.

A candle was lit by Donnie and marianna miller on October 11, 2017 10:26 PM

Message from Wayne Sloter

To Morgan and Nancy and their family: I am so sorry for your loss. You must be so very, very proud of Lonnie. He sounds like a truly great person. My thoughts and prayers are with you for God to give you comfort that passes all understanding.

Message from Lora Burnside Eddy and Connie Burnside

We are so sorry to hear of Lonnie's passing our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

A candle was lit by Emily Corbett on October 11, 2017 8:55 PM

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Mr. Lonnie Stover was one of the very best teachers that I ever had. For me, his class is where it all really started when it comes to music and he taught me all the things I needed to know to be successful with music. I was blessed to have been his student and I always admired him. I will forever be grateful that I was able to know him and will always carry the memories I have of him with me. Sending my thoughts and prayers to his family and all of my fellow students who loved him like I did. ❤️

Emily Corbett
Class of 2015

Message from Jim Beard

A great man and a great educator. I know he impacted a lot of lives.

Jim Beard
Sycamore Class of 2003

A candle was lit by Kimberly Watkins-Mowery on October 11, 2017 6:56 PM

Message from Judy Ball

We, your cousins in Parkersburg, send our sympathies, prayers and love during this difficult time to Morgan and Nancy and Lonnie's family. Bob II and Judy Ball

Expression of Sympathy

A Seasonal Garden Fireside Basket was ordered on October 11, 2017

Message from Steve Crone

Along with hundreds of other proud parents, grandparents and siblings, I watched and heard with some disbelief the beautiful music produced by the 5th and 6th grade bands at E.H. Greene. How in the world could he take 100+ beginner musicians and deliver such a wonderful concert? Amazing!

Both of my daughters learned to play the saxophone under Mr. Stover's passionate and enthusiastic teaching. Not only did they enjoy the experience of learning to play an instrument but they also benefited from being part of something bigger - the band.

Lonnie, thank you for bringing your passion for music, your zest for life and your incredible energy as a teacher and mentor to our children. You have had such a significant positive impact on so many lives. We'll miss you conductor Stover.

A candle was lit by Donna &a Glenn Boutilier on October 11, 2017 10:55 AM

Message from Donna & Glenn Boutilier

Music...
Speaks what cannot be expressed
Soothes the mind and gives it rest
Heals the heart and makes it whole
Flows from heaven to the soul
(From the San Luis Obispo De Tolosa Mission)

The music which is Lonnie will play for eternity...keep listening.
Our condolences,
Donna & Glenn Boutilier

A candle was lit by Linda Franke Gibbs on October 11, 2017 10:14 AM

Message from Sheila Stewart

My dear cousins: I am heart broken to hear this sad news. Please know that my entire family is grieving along with you. You are in our prayers, thoughts, and we hope your faith will sustain you during this very difficult time in your lives. My love to all.

Message from Danny, Brittany and kids

We are so sorry for your loss..we don't have adequate words to describe what Lonnie meant to us but know he will live on in our hearts and your family will always be in our thoughts and prayers.

A candle was lit by Danny and Brittany Ghantous on October 11, 2017 8:45 AM

A candle was lit by Clint, Angela, Ethan and Cameron Hott on October 11, 2017 8:33 AM

Message from Paul West

I worked with Lonnie at Turpin High School early in his career. He was a great teacher, an appreciated colleague and a fine and fun man. My thoughts are with his family at this time.

A candle was lit by Jo Ann Bartimus on October 11, 2017 7:31 AM

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You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. I have many fond memories of Lonnie as a student and his band activities as well . I am so sorry for your loss.

A candle was lit by Stephanie Littlefield on October 11, 2017 6:46 AM

A candle was lit by Doug, Jeremy, and Jonathan Whittenburg on October 11, 2017 4:12 AM

Message from Doug Whittenburg

Lonnie was a great man and instilled a love of music to my boys and hundreds of others. Our world is better because Lonnie was in it. I am so sorry for your family's loss.

A candle was lit by Debie (Eakle) Brethauer on October 11, 2017 12:31 AM

Message from Brian Harris

I will never, ever be able to fully express the impact that Mr. Stover had on my life and what he meant to me. He was my teacher. My mentor. My biggest cheerleader. There will never be another that teaches with the love, passion, and fire that he did.

Mr. Lonnie Stover, I love you and I miss you. Thank you for believing in me. Thank you for still inspiring me. Rest well.

My condolences to Mrs. Stover and the kids.

-Brian Harris
Brooklyn High class of 1995

A candle was lit by Missy Shutts on October 10, 2017 11:25 PM

A candle was lit by Angela Wiles Sams on October 10, 2017 10:30 PM

A candle was lit by Jeff Totten on October 10, 2017 10:13 PM

A candle was lit by Carol Albrecht on October 10, 2017 9:51 PM

Expression of Sympathy

A Designers Choice was sent on October 10, 2017

One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain. Bob Marley. Our deepest sympathy. Becky, Dan, Rudy, Marty, and Augie.