Beloved husband, father, and grandfather David Monroe Van Hoy III passed away on Friday, July 24th, 2020 after spending 80 wonderful years of life on this earth. He was born in 1940 to David Monroe Van Hoy Jr. and Frances Sutton, and raised in North Carolina, where he met his beautiful wife Lorraine, before moving to Maryland and starting a family of three lovely daughters, and later many wonderful grandchildren. A jack-of-all-trades, he was a bookbinder and worked for the CIA before pursuing a career as a real estate broker and opening his own real estate business, which became a staple of the Calvert County community. After retiring, he and his wife spent their time RVing to warmer weather, creating lasting memories.
David is survived by his wife Lorraine Howell Van Hoy, with whom he spent nearly 58 loving years, and his three daughters and seven grandchildren: daughter Lori (Yvette) and grandson Caden, daughter Diane and granddaughter Tara and grandsons Matt and Douglas, daughter Sandy and grandson Devin and granddaughters Kelsey and Taylor. He is also survived by brothers Frank (Cindy) and Bill (Barbara), and his sister Mary Ann (Charlie). He was preceded in death by his brother Kenny.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in David’s name may be made to The Salvation Army or St. Jude Children’s Research Hosptal.
The services for David will be live steamed on the Rausch Funeral Home Facebook page on Friday at 9:55 A.M. Services will begin at 10:00 A.M.
Stacy M &Devon Van Tassel
August 3 – Obituary: David Monroe Van Hoy III
Dear Lorraine and family,
We were so saddened to hear of David’s passing. We were blessed with the pleasure of working with David over the years in real estate. He always had kind words and a smile for everyone. He just had the kindest soul. We know he is at peace now and resting with our Heavenly Father. May the love and memories in your heart help heal your loss. God Bless you and your family. With deepest sympathy, Stacy & Devon Van Tassel
Sam and Joan Reed
July 30 – Obituary: David Monroe Van Hoy III
Sam and I have known Dave and Lorraine for over 50 years starting by living next door to them for 11 years before both of our families moved to Calvert County. They have been very good and dear friends. We send our deepest sympathy to you Lorraine and know that we will miss Dave very much.
Joe Bossert & Dolly Morris
July 30 – Obituary: David Monroe Van Hoy III
Lorraine, Dolly and I are so sorry for your loss. You and David have been great and loyal clients for all these many years. But we hope you know that you are also so much more; we have always considered you and David dear friends and like family. David was such a kind and gentle soul, we will miss him terribly. We know you have so much hitting you right now, but when things settle down, please reach out with any questions, or anything at all that you need. Diane, our condolences to you as well; as Dolly and I appreciate the chance we had to help you when you were our client. Lori and Sandy, our condolences to you both also. Your dad was a wonderful man.
Adger, LaMarr, Hiott & Charley
July 30 – Obituary: David Monroe Van Hoy III
All our love and prayers for Aunt Loraine, Lori, Diane, Sandy and the entire Van Hoy family. Uncle David was one of a sweetest, kindest people and we loved him dearly. He always had a smile and wonderful conversation for all he met. We so enjoyed our time with family in Maryland and your visits with us in North Carolina. He was a true southern gentleman with a huge heart – We will miss him terribly and will continue to pray for peace for the family. ALL OUR LOVE!!!
M.J. Rocky Roccapriore
July 30 – Obituary: David Monroe Van Hoy III
Sandy and family, I have heard it said – We will all pass away from this life, according to the Good Lord’s plan, and it is the bonds we cement with our relatives and close friends, molded by the character of the life of the loved one now gone, that gets us through the grieving period. From the Nam Knights of America MC, Old Line Chapter please know we are here for you in this very tough time. May you find peace in celebrating your Father’s life and comfort in his entrance through Heaven’s gate.
Karen Turner
July 30 – Obituary: David Monroe Van Hoy III
Lorraine and entire family. David and you raised a wonderful family, and the warmth and love you taught and portrayed was felt by many. Your entire family welcomed everyone with open arms and acceptance everytime someone came around. Those memories of all our ventures are, and will forever be one of my favorite times. Whether it was DC,
Delaware, New Jersey, California, or your home, we always seemed to enjoy whereever we were. This speaks highly of each of you, and please know how much I appreciate and love you for allowing me to have been a part of those precious memories. David will be sorely missed. I want each of you to know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers during these days and weeks to follow. I love you all, and am with you in my heart and mind just wish I could be there physically. Always, Karen
Ronald Bowie
July 29 – Obituary: David Monroe Van Hoy III
Connie and I will always remember our moments of joy with Dave during our times together at the race track. We never heard an unkind word come from him and he always had a smile on his face. He will be missed but my goodness what a support group, Lorraine, you have. We send our strongest and heart felt condolences. Ronnie and Connie
Mary Lou Robinson
July 29 – Obituary: David Monroe Van Hoy III
Lorraine and family,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. Dave was friendly, compassionate, fair and had a wonderful sense of humor.
Dave made my life better for knowing him.
Mary Lou Robinson
Colonel Billy Fitzgerald
July 29 – Obituary: David Monroe Van Hoy III
David’s memories will be our blessings. I served with David on the southern Maryland Association of Realtors Board of Directors for many years. He was a true gentleman and professional! R. I. P.
Christine McNelis
July 29 – Obituary: David Monroe Van Hoy III
Lorraine and family, on behalf of our entire company, I would like to express my deep sympathy on the loss of David. He was a kind man, gentle and friendly. He contributed greatly to the successful real estate business in Southern M.D., and was a friend, owner, Broker to many people over the years.
His legacy will surely live on through your beautiful family.
Chris McNelis, Broker
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