NEW OXFORD Gregory D. Hoffman, 52, was taken into God's loving arms Saturday, December 21, 2013. Born October 18, 1961, in Hanover, he was the son of the late Elwood and Margaret (Bair) Hoffman. Gregory was a graduate of Lincoln Intermediate, a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Abbottstown, a former employee of the HART Center, a Boy Scout, and an avid lover of his dogs, horses, the beach, swimming and music. Gregory loved his family unconditionally. His selflessness, hugs and warm smile will be sorely missed by his family. Surviving are his brothers, Francis Hoffman and wife Anna Mae of Spring Grove, William Hoffman of Newville, Stephen Hoffman of Wellsville, Philip Hoffman of New Oxford, and John Hoffman and wife Rosemary of Shinglehouse; his sisters, Kay Stonesifer and husband Alan, Joanne Schneider and husband Charlie, Carolyn Baugher and husband Randy, all of Hanover, and Barb Fitzpatrick of New Oxford; in addition are 27 nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, December 26, 2013, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Abbottstown, with the Rev. Kenneth G. Smith officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Hanover. Friends and relatives will be received Thursday 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Murphy Funeral Home, 501 Ridge Avenue, McSherrystown. Contributions in remembrance of Gregory may be made to the National Down Syndrome Society, 666 Broadway, 8th Floor, New York, NY 10012. Online condolences and memories may be shared at: murphyfuneralhomeinc.com
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My deepest sympathies to his family. Greg was a nice guy and I will miss him.
Delia
December 26, 2013
Love and peace to "Greggy Peck".
Jennifer Krentler
December 26, 2013
My head on your pillow, your smile, all the "I love you's" all of this in a very few short hours together. I have thought about you often. You taught me how to communicate without many words. Your eyes told a story and you were surrounded by a very loving family. One more year til I graduate with my RN. I just wanted to know what an impact you had on my clinical experience. No more "hurt", Rest in peace Greg.
Lisa Fritz
December 25, 2013
Patricia Colgan
December 24, 2013
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Oatie & Terry Warner
December 24, 2013
So very sorry to hear of Greg's passing. He was an angel on earth and is now an angel in heaven. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Oravitz Family (IHM).
Oravitz
December 24, 2013
I am so sorry to hear that Greg passed away. I used to rent an apartment from his parents. (such wonderful people). I'd see him when I came to pay my rent. He loved watching Sesame Street. Heaven has a new angel. Thoughts and prayers to all his friends and family.
Sue Ayres
December 24, 2013
Joanne, Charlie and family, I send my deepest sympathy to you all in the passing of Greg. God needs roses in his garden and Greg will blossom in the hands of our Lord in heaven.
Ronn Gladhill
December 24, 2013
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