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Pat Hoffman Obituary
Ms. Hoffman was born on November 17, 1936, in Lott, Texas, to George and Carrie (Martin) McBride. She graduated from Texas School for the Deaf in May 1956 and married Melvin James Hoffman the following July. She was employed by Central Freight Lines for 35 years. An avid bowler, Ms. Hoffman served as treasurer for the Waco Deaf Bowlers and secretary for the Southwest Deaf Women Bowling Association. She was also vice-president of the Central Texas Deaf Senior Citizens and treasurer for the Waco Deaf Club.
Ms. Hoffman is survived by her husband, Melvin Hoffman, and three children: Tammie Pope of Tuscola, Texas, Teddy Hoffman of West, Texas, and Kevin Hoffman of Rosenthal, Texas. Other survivors include her son-in-law, Kelly Buford; daughters-in-law, Rachel Hoffman and Jerry Hoffman; grandchildren, Presley Hoffman, Hadley Hoffman, and Reaghan Hoffman; sisters, Coy Ellen Barber and Barbara McBride-Smith; brother-in-law, Dennis Smith; sister-in-law, Sandra Lightfoot; and Ms. Hoffman's beloved pets Brady, Champ, Snowy, and Honey.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Pat Hoffman's memory to All Texas Dachshund Rescue at www.atdr.org.
November 17, 1936 - September 6, 2013
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Memories and Condolences
for Pat Hoffman
Lisa McRae
September 5, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Miss you a lot Pat!
Patti Davis
September 5, 2020
Still remembering you sweet Pat. Know how proud you are of your kids—and, they are proud to call you their Mom.
Patty Brothag
September 29, 2013
To Mel and family Didn't know about her passing til today and was shocked. My sympathy goes to you and your family. I never forget the times we bowled against each other. Will miss her.
All Texas Dachshund Rescue
September 27, 2013
We are so very sorry to hear of Pat's passing. What a wonderful gift she was to her family and her sweet fur-kids. Sending our prayers and love to all of you and to Honey, Snowy, Brady and Champ also. From the volunteers, fosters and family at ATDR.
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September 22, 2013
Sorry for your loss!!
Davona Cox
September 19, 2013
To Pat Hoffman's family, I am truly sorry that you loss your mom, she has been good in and out and did work for us at the bowling tourneys in SWDBA. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I will always remember your mom, Pat.
Mary Tippett
September 16, 2013
I've known Pat because my deaf Aunt Billie Jean Simmons was her roommate... Billie always brought me in their room n share big package of goodies with me... Bless her peace in sweet Heaven home... My condolences to Melvin n family... Mary Faye Tippett
Lee Franklin
September 14, 2013
What a privilege to know Pat and your family for even a brief (but sacred) time. Know I'm keeping you all in my heart and in my prayers as you mourn the loss of this "Wonder Woman."
Take care,
Chaplain Lee
Girling Hospice Texas
Peggy Ferguson
September 14, 2013
To Mel and the family of Pat. I'm very sorry for your loss. I was shocked to hear the news about her health and even more shocked to hear her passing. Pat was a very special lady. Always smiling and having fun at the bowling alley. I enjoyed seeing her every wed and will think of her in a better place. Mel take care of yourself and I'll pray for you during this time of grief.
Tommy Pope
September 13, 2013
Great things come in small packages. She loved her kids and dachshunds. Tammie, I'm thinking about you. Via con Dios.
Cindy Foster
September 13, 2013
My heart is heavy because I know we will miss her so much, but my heart also rejoices as she is walking and smiling with Jesus. Melvin, Teddy, Kevin, and Tammie may your sweet memories get you through the days ahead. You are in my prayers.
Love you,
Gregory Burk
September 13, 2013
Melvin and ur family, I want to say sorry for loss of ur wife pat Hoffman I know she was very sweetest person with good heart and very active lady and helped lot of us on bowling and I will never forget her I love y'all and her too may God be with y'all in process of this grief and I m sorry I can't make it to service tomorrow but I m truly fond of her will be praying for y'all love y'all
Gene Watson
September 13, 2013
Melvin and his family, I am sorry to hear that Pat's passing. I remember her thru Waco Silent Club while I was TSTI student in Waco. You all are in my thoughts.
Terry Barnes
September 13, 2013
Tammie,
So sorry to hear about your mom. I can't count the times that I would see her and or your dad in Piggly Wiggly and your mom always had a huge smile on her face. I know you miss her, but always remember that she will be looking down and smiling at you and your brothers. May God's peace comfort you during this time.
Cheryl Brandmeyer-Williams
September 13, 2013
We are so sorry to hear the loss of Pat's passed away~ I still remember of her, I used to be bowler, I was involved with teams, good times & travels of SWDBA & NDBA Tourney for over few years ago, she was always so sweet & good to teach & to inform me about Bowling Sports the policy rules of good bowler, and I did to enjoying the bowling with SWDBA Women's Bowling so much Fun for my experience good, I've so much to Thanks her & Bless her in our Heart, To Prayers are with you all families to comfort for your during this time of Sad & Missed HER~ ILY Hugs, Cheryl Brandmeyer-Williams
Don and Patti Davis
September 13, 2013
To the Family of Pat comes our deepest sympathy....we will always remember what a special lady she was. Always a smile and eager to communicate....she taught us so much by the life she led and the love she shared. Loved her much...She is with our God now....God Bless each of you as you continue this walk on earth. (We're out of town or would be at her Memorial.). Don and Patti Davis.
Scott Erickson
September 13, 2013
Teddy,sorry to hear about your mom,
our prayers are with you and family.
Harold Kuykendall I.
September 13, 2013
To Our Friend Tammy and Family,
Our hearts are heavy with all of yours at this time, think of all the "Great" memories the Family had together and look to God for relief, and Jesus for comfort, He will carry you through.
With much Love,
Pastor Harold & Lillie Kuykendall I.
One Step Church International
Forest Hill, TX
Raymond and Betty Storey
September 13, 2013
We are sorry to hear about Patsy. We miss her so much. God take care of her and peace than suffer. We love all you. We pray for all family and you all. Raymond and Betty Storey
Deena Myers
September 13, 2013
Tammie and family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joe Ed and Meg Thompson
September 12, 2013
To The Family Of Pat Hoffman,
Saddened about Pat's sudden passing. She will be missed a lot. We are thinking of you, Melvin, Tammie and your family.
Rita Jordan
September 12, 2013
To the family of Pat, our deepest sympathy goes to each one of you. Know she'll be sorely missed by everyone! She was a fantastic bowler/friend/travel companion. She was very sweetest and loveable lady! Rita (formerly McMahon) and Al Jordan.
PEGGY
September 12, 2013
To The Family Of Patsy Hoffen,
Our Deepy Sympath Loss Of Your Wife Mother. She always has a Beautiful Smile and Laugh!I know that she is now rest and peace.
Throughs and Prayers are with you.
Sheri Browder Hendrix
September 12, 2013
Tammie and family
I was so sorry to hear about your mom she was always such a sweet person. My thoughts and prayers go out to yall.
Judy Kent Jones
September 12, 2013
Tammie and family...I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. There was not ever a time that I saw her that she didn't greet me with a smile and a hug. She was beautiful inside and out. She did God's work here on earth and now it is time for her to answer to a higher calling. I know he has bigger plans for her in Heaven. The days ahead will be difficult and please know that you are all in my prayers and I ask God to continue to comfort you during this very sad time. Love and prayers and big hugs Tammie.
Debbie Oplie Bigham
September 12, 2013
Tammie, Kevin, Teddy, and Mr. Hoffman--I am so sorry for the loss of such a vibrant woman. I never saw Mrs. Hoffman that she wasn't smiling. She spead joy everywhere she went. It was an honor to know her. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Love,
Debbie Oplie Bigham
September 12, 2013
Melvin,Tammie,Teddy,& Kevin,
I was sadden to hear of Pat's passing. She was always smiling and cheerful when I would see her. She was proud of you all! I will keep your family in my prayers. God Bless!
With love,
Dottie Nowaski
Jane Jacobson
September 12, 2013
Tammie and Melvin and family, sending a big hug across the miles remembering the fun times we had at all the bowling tourneys.She will be forever in our hearts.My daschie Lucy sends her kisses too ? Miss you guys!
Jerry & Sandi Atkinson
September 11, 2013
Mel, Teddy and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. She was such a vibrant, lively, delightful person whose smile always filled the room with sunshine. Meeting you both when we first arrived in Waco was wonderful. I enjoyed our time bowling together so much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we ask God to comfort you during this sad time.
September 11, 2013
We are very sorry for your loss. Pat was a very special person. We really enjoyed bowling with you and Pat these years.
Randy & Vinetta Power
September 11, 2013
Tammie, I am sorry to hear about your mother. You and your family are in my prayers. Debbie McCormack Louge
Barbara Loniewski
September 11, 2013
She was very sweet lady and her love play bowling. I proud of her active play bowling and help for the bowling SWDBA She was keep on care of SWDBA. I am sorry loss melivn's wife's Pat... She was great lady.
Debbie Snyder
September 11, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Ms. Hoffman's passing. I attending high school with Teddy and Kevin and remember their sweet parents. God give you peace during this time.
Lynn Stroud
September 11, 2013
Melvin and the family of Pat,
I met you and Pat few months ago while I was in Texas, I will always remember you both, my sympathy and prayers
Will miss her, For Harley Bob, it was great to meet Pat and Melvin with you. We all will miss Pat in and she will be in our hearts.
September 11, 2013
May God be with you in the time of sorrow but again Heaven has gained an beautiful angel! Cherish these wonderful memories!! What I cherish about her is her radiant smile! Her smile is always contagious !!
Love Sena and kids!!
LISA MESSER
September 11, 2013
DEAR SWEET PAT, YOU ALWAYS HAD SUCH PATIENCE WITH ME. YOU WOULD SMILE, GENTLY TOUCH MY HANDS AND CORRECT ME. YOU ALWAYS HAD TIME AND A SMILE FOR ME. YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED. YOU WERE SUCH A GREAT ASSET TO THIS WORLD AND THERE ARE NOT MANY LIKE YOU. YOU SPOKE SO HIGHLY OF YOUR FAMILY AND IF THEY ARE ANYTHING LIKE YOU, THEY ARE ALSO A BLESSING. THANK FOR ALL OF YOUR KINDESS AND LOVE.
September 11, 2013
Patsy Hoffman Family
She was a great bowler.
Carlos and Virginia Holdridge
(classmate)
Brent Burns
September 11, 2013
The Waco Deaf Community had been blessed and graced with Pat Hoffman over the years. She will be greatly missed, yet remembered.
Lisa McRae
September 11, 2013
To Melvin, Tammie and the rest of Family Members! I'm sorry for the lost love one and I know Pat for a long time as I met her she was a lovely bubbly and avid bowler! She always has a beautiful smile that shines upon us! She will never be forgotten! Her spirit will always remain in each person's heart no matter where at it will always be there! In bowling or out she will be missed by lot of us! But her spirit remains attached to everyone! God Bless Melvin, Tammie and the rest of the Family Members!
Lynette (Voelkle) Magee
September 11, 2013
I remembered meet her and her husband at Waco, Texas while I was in college at TSTI (now TSTC) at Deaf Slient Club which I enjoyed very much for about a year. Also meet them at church in Waco too. She is very sweet lady! Pray for your lost loved one! Hugs....
Lisa McRae
September 11, 2013
To Melvin and Tammie , the rest of the family! I know you all have a guardian Angel watching above you in the heavenly gates. Pat is a strong,willed, avid Bubbly woman I ever met. And she will be sorely missed but will always be in us in spirit, she will not be forgotten! God Bless Melvin, Tammie and the rest of the family members. My Sorrow go out to them in my heart..
robert and josie sanchez
September 11, 2013
to the Hoffman family, we are so very sorry for your loss,our thoughts and prayers are with you
HarleyBob
September 11, 2013
I will miss her so much she is my best friend, hard to leave her. Be Grace with you and family.
Betty Jo Quinn
September 11, 2013
To the family of Pat Hoffman
I am so missed her that she won't be around here. I loved her as my best friend when we grew up since school started I know that she is npw rest and peace. May God take care of you all and bless you all.
H.C./ Minnie Collins
September 11, 2013
To the family of Pat Hoffman...Pat will always be in our hearts and cherished the good life and fun with her for some years while living and we will surely missed her so much..
Love, Minnie and H.C. Collins
Lori "Turner" Sisneroz
September 11, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the family! I never saw Mrs. Hoffman without a smile. No matter where I saw her, she would say hello. Cherish the memories.
Larry & Sherry Fewell
September 11, 2013
To Melvin and Tammie, Our Deepy Sympathy Loss of your wife and mother. You both are in our prayer.
Delta Buford
September 11, 2013
Tammie and family, we are so very sorry for the loss of your mother. She was a very beautiful person inside and out and she will be greatly missed.
September 11, 2013
To The Family Of Pat Hoffman,
Saddened about Pat's sudden passing. She will be missed a lot. God Bless you all.
Rochelle B. Simpson
Houston, Texas
Kathryn (Kate) E. Hale
September 11, 2013
To the family of Patsy Hoffman, I'm truly saddened by the loss of your sweet wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. I've known Patsy and Melvin since I was 12 years old when my family moved to West, I've loved them and I do miss them very much. Patsy, may you rest in peace up above with the Lord and watch over us on Earth. Love you, dear.
Ernest & Diane Roach
September 11, 2013
So very sorry for your loss. Buddy and I loved Patsy. She will be missed so very much.
Kenny Scheler
September 11, 2013
Pat was a sweet lady and will be truly missed by everyone. The 40 plus years I have known her, she always had a smile on her face. My prayers go out to her family.
Jim & Lisa Clark
September 11, 2013
Tammie, we are so sorry for the loss of your Mother. May you find peace in your memories and the many good times that you had together. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Tina Wimberley
September 11, 2013
I will never forget you ! I met you when I was 19 and rookie in bowling tourney and you were there to entourage me to keep up bowling ! I will be greatly miss you !
Ken & Kay Seabolt
September 10, 2013
To the family of Pat Hoffman... Kay and I are truly saddened about Pat's sudden passing. We will always miss her sparkling smile but we do have her spirits inside us. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. You and your family always be in our prayers and thoughts.
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