Jere Richmond Hoar Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Jere Richmond Hoar (Oxford, Mississippi), born in Dyersburg, Tennessee, who passed away on October 2, 2021 at the age of 91. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He is survived by: his son Dr. Ben Hoar (Susan) of Salisbury; his brother Dr. John Hoar (Joyce) of Huntsville, Alabama; his children, Lu Ann Smith (Tommy) of Oxford and Tom Hoar (Darlene) of Oxford; and his cousin James Richmond Parks. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; three nieces and nephews.
Donations in Dr. Hoar's memory may be made to the Jere Hoar Journalism Endowment at the University of Mississippi c/o University of Mississippi Foundation, 406 University Avenue, Oxford, MS 38655 or the charity of the donor's choice.
