“JAMIE” HOVE, age 92 of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully Friday, May 13, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband Orin, and daughter, Jody Hove. She is survived by her children, Bob Hove, Pam Hove; grandson, Kevin Hove, daughter-in-law Sherry Batzer (Sharon Booker); granddaughter, Wen Batzer; daughter-in-law, Brenda Cook; and many dear friends. Jamie was past president and founding member of Michigan Herb Associates. She was a community volunteer for 70 years, fantastic wife, mother, friend and chef. Funeral service will be held Monday May 23 11:00 a.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 134 North Division Ave., Grand Rapids with visitation one hour prior. Fr. Brenton H. Carey officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Michigan 4-H Children’s Garden, B102 Plant & Soil Sciences, Department of Horticulture, MSU, East Lansing, MI 48824.
