John Ford shared about Hively. “My mind is sifting through the many hundreds of memories I have out there. Foremost, she loved her family -- including a circle of friends she considered family -- with all of her heart. Always there to lend an ear and extend a helping hand. And always, her faith shined through. I love her like another mother, and have no doubt she is currently reuniting with old friends and loved ones.”
Murphy's article goes into the numerous books she wrote on varied subjects, including Camp Crowder, the Neosho Fish Hatchery, the history of Newton County churches and a biography of songwriter Al Brumley, who wrote the standard "I'll Fly Away."
The tribute also notes Hively's songwriting success, including writing a song that was recorded by Merle Haggard.
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