Benjamin Ray Hoofnagle

To Benny's son, Paul, and entire family: I started 8th grade with Benny. He and my future husband, Robert (forever known as Bobby) Gillikin were the very best of friends since 1st grade at St. Paul's Elementary. As such, I saw Benny all the time at school but often afterwards when two close friends wanted to hang out and the new girlfriend had to tag along. I feel no need to describe Benny's character as you, family, know it far better than most. Yet, I do want to say that every time I...

To Benny's family. I went to Portsmouth Catholic with Benny. Eighth grade thru twelth. Benny was always funny and he had a kindness about him. He laughed and had a smile on his face. May the Lord bless you and pray you find comfort in the coming days ahead.

To Benny's family: May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Benny always had a quiet way about him and a smile that lit up the hallways at Portsmouth Catholic! I always remember his kindness and his chuckle. May Our Lord wrap His loving arms his family, friends/classmates and bring us all comfort through our memories of Benny.