John T. Hovis, Jr., 84

EAST LIVERPOOL – John T. Hovis, Jr., 84, of East Liverpool, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, October 4, 2024, at Heritage Valley Beaver, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on June 25, 1940, in Zelienople, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late John T. Hovis, Sr. and Wilda E. McFadden Hovis. John was known for his dedicated work ethic, spending over 60 years in the trucking industry. He began his career working for various trucking companies before becoming an over-the-road owner/operator, a role in which he took great pride until his retirement. John was also a member of both the VFW Post 8168 and the American Legion Post 481 in Midland.

Family was at the heart of John's life. He is survived by his loving children: two daughters, Lisa Barnes and her husband, James, of East Liverpool, and Ashley Schoolcraft and her husband, Matt, of East Liverpool; and a son, Shane Hovis and his wife, Janice, of Plain City, Ohio. He was the beloved grandfather of six grandchildren, Lindsey Webb (Matthew), Shane Hovis, Jr. (Natalie), Kalley Sollick (Blaine), Joshua Hendricks (Sierra), Aubrey Schoolcraft, and Colton Schoolcraft and two great-grandchildren, Blaine Sollick Jr. and Holden Sollick. John's life was also enriched by the companionship and love of his life partner, Carol Hovis, with whom he shared many treasured moments. He also leaves behind his beloved cat, Kali.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by two sisters, Sharlie Juene Zlatovich and Amelda Jean Bixler.

A funeral service to honor John's life will be conducted on Monday at 5:00 p.m. at the Dawson Funeral Home. Friends may visit two hours prior to the service at the funeral home.

Following the service, family and friends are invited to gather at the Dawson Family Center for a time of fellowship and remembrance.