Donna Hoover Crosby

Donna Michele Hoover was born July 1, 1959 in Cleveland Ohio to the late Roy Lee Hoover Sr and the late Frankie Mae Hoover. Donna had 3 siblings: Bruce, Cheryl and Roy Jr.

Donna attended Cleveland Public Schools and graduated from John Hay High School in June 1978. She enjoyed dancing, dressing and spending time with her friends. She loved her family. She was a fierce advocate for those that she loved.

After graduating high school, she worked for Society Bank from 1978-1988. She then worked for the Water Department from 1989-1991. Donna attended Lee Memorial A.M.E until she could no longer drive herself. Donna met and was united in Holy Matrimony to Lee R. Crosby on December 14,1991. Donna departed this life on March 19,2026.

Donna was preceded in death by her Mother, Frankie M. Simmons; Stepfather, Sylvester Simmons; Husband, Lee R. Crosby; Brother, Bruce T. Hoover Sr; Sister-in-law, Ruby Jean Hoover.

She leaves to mourn and cherish her memories her sister, Cheryl Johnson (Tyron); brother, Roy L. Hoover Jr; sister, Lisa Simmons; brother, Jason Simmons, as well as a host of Nieces, Nephews, Great-Nieces and Great-Nephews, Cousins, Godchildren and Friends.