Harden M. Hoffman

Harden Hoffman Obituary

Harden M. Hoffman Battle Creek Harden M. Hoffman, 97, of Battle Creek died peacefully at his residence with his daughter at his side on Thursday, December 23, 2010. He was born March 14, 1913, in Martin, Michigan to Dirk and Henrietta (Nykamp) Hoffman. Most of his life he owned his own farm on Gorsline Road and did contract farming in the area. He was employed by Pennfield School System as Superintendent of Transportation and Grounds for 26 years, until retiring in 1980. After retirement, Harden and Dorothy resided in Haines City, Florida for 19 years during the winter months. Harden was united in marriage to Dorothy M. Preston on October 6, 1934. He was preceded in death by Dorothy, his beloved wife of 68 years on June 23, 2002; five brothers, Ernest, Edwin, Richard, Hollis and Gordon; five sisters, Esther, Frances, Joyce, Margaret and Ruth; half-sisters, Anna and Nellie; half-brother, Pete; and infant great-granddaughter Josie. Harden is survived by a daughter, Jeanette (Steve) Higgs of Battle Creek; two sons, Duane Hoffman of Battle Creek and Gayland (Christy Jo) Hoffman of Montgomery, TX; nine grandchildren Crystal Higgs, Kent (Marissa) Higgs, Brent (Charlotte) Higgs, Matthew (Julie) Higgs, Benjamin (Rachel) Hoffman, Brandon (Emily) Hoffman, Chelsea Hoffman, Cori Hoffman, and Cameron Hoffman; twelve great-grandchildren, Taylor, Emylee, Brock, Ashleigh, Ellise, Andrew, Evan, Brady, Lauren, Adeline, Addison, and Ella; and by many nieces and nephews. Harden attended Pennfield Presbyterian Church and North Avenue Church of God. He enjoyed playing golf and had a hole-in-one at Willowbrook Golf Course in Winter Haven, FL on April 11, 1989. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. At the request of the family, friends may call after 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Farley-Estes & Dowdle Funeral Home, where they will be received 1:00-3:00 p.m. and 5:00-7:00 p.m. December 28, 2010. Funeral services for Harden will be officiated by Rev. James L. Sparks at the funeral home 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, December 29, 2010. Interment will follow at Hicks Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Pennfield Athletic Boosters Club or NorthPointe Woods Resident Activity Fund. Personal messages for the family may be placed at www.farleyestesdowdle.com.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Dec. 26, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Harden Hoffman

15 Entries

Sam Gorton

January 12, 2011

Such a wonderful man. May he rest in peach. I have many fond memories of him. My prayers to his family.
I was out of town at this time and so sorry I didn't attend.

Glenda Borowski

January 12, 2011

Oh, what an important part you Hoffmans played in my life! Well, okay, make that Dorothy & Harden, Duane & Jeanette. Barely remember you, little bro, Gayland. Love you!

December 30, 2010

Jeanette and family. I so sorry for your loss. Your in my thoughts and prayers during this time.

Cheri Flesch/Ferguson

Sherry Michaelis

December 29, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of the loss of dear, sweet Uncle Harden. He was one of the kindest, sweetest uncles I had the pleasure of getting to know better in his later life (and mine). I appreciate his family sharing him, with me, all these years. He will definitely be missed. God's speed Uncle Harden. The family circle, in heaven, is now complete.

Harley and Michelle (Wells) McGinn

December 29, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Hoffman. My husband and I hold many memories from school that Harden was a very respected man by the students and teachers.

Jim Barnhill

December 29, 2010

Jeanette,Steve and family my heart felt condolences on your loss. Your in my prayers

Richard & Khrystyne Jacoby

December 27, 2010

Sorry to hear the loss of Harden. His presence will be deeply missed by the Old Tyme Music at Northpoint. He always requested his favorite song to be sung "In the Garden". He was a very special man to all of us.
Richard & Khrystyne Jacoby

Ed & Ellen Hamstra

December 27, 2010

You're in our thoughts during this difficult time. Prayers that your memories will sustain you thru the grief.

December 26, 2010

Dear Jeanette and Steve, so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was always smiling and ready to be of help to anyone in need when he was at Pennfield. I am sure he was like that outside of the job, too.

It has been many years since I have seen Mr. Hoffman and equally as many since I have seen you two. However, fond memories remain when thinking of all of you.

You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sharon (Martin) Madarasz

William Bolt

December 26, 2010

William and Ellen Bolt wish send are condolences to Uncle Harden and family

Nancy Kirtley

December 26, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was gentleman in every sense of the word and pleasure to know.

December 26, 2010

Jeannette and Steve, He lived a good long life and will be remembered and missed by many.

Elaine Jewell, Sarasota, FL/ BC, MI

December 26, 2010

I am so sorry to her of your loss! I'll always carry some great memories of Harden and my Dad, both from school and all the extra curricular activities. He was a great example of what a man should be. Dennis Latshaw

Dick Stanley

December 26, 2010

So sorry for your loss. I'll never forget Mr. Hoffman. He was always a true gentleman.

Ron Althouse

December 26, 2010

Ron and Judy Althouse wish to send our condolences to uncle Harden's family

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