Traverse City, Michigan
TRAVERSE CITY — Benjamin Kelly Hoxie, 48, of Traverse City, passed away of natural causes on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, at his home. Ben was born in Royal Oak on May 11, 1960. He is the son of Russell Oliver and Florence Rose (VanderMuellen) Hoxie.
After graduating from Traverse City High School, he attended Northwestern Michigan College, where he earned his private pilot's license, attained a commercial, instrument and twin engine rating, and spent many years employed by Northwest Airlines.
He loved flying with his father and friends in Dad's airplane and spending time with friends on his boat, The Lucky Strike, on Grand Traverse Bay. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his father, Russell; brother, Jerry Poulton and wife, Dee Dee; sister-in-law, Kathy Poulton; brother, Jon D. Hoxie; sisters, Letha and Adrienne Hoxie; uncle, Richard Hoxie and his wife, Jean; uncle, Jack Hoxie; his nieces and nephews, Jeffery, Pamela, Mike, Julie (Poulton), Adrian (Meli) and Keith (Hoxie); his cousins and extended family; and his dearest and closest friend, Amy Pullen.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Florence; uncle, Rodger Hoxie; and most recently, his oldest brother, Tom Poulton.
A memorial service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, located on South Maple Street, Traverse City, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 1 p.m. The family welcomes everyone to the Elk's Lodge on Division and Parkway to join them in a celebratory remembrance of Ben's life immediately after the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to Russell Hoxie, 843 East Eighth Street, Traverse City, 49686, to assist with the administration of Ben's estate.
This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.
I don't know why, but Ben popped into my head tonight. I haven't seen him since high school. So sad to know that he is gone. Shocking that it was so long ago and he was so young.
Marty Spaulding
February 16, 2025 | Kalamazoo/Manistee, MI | Friend
Let´s go for a bike ride Hox.
Schultzie
November 09, 2024 | Friend
Adrienne, I just heard about Ben and so sorry to hear. I hope you are still checking this and know I am thinking of you. Jeez. I will talk to you soon. Mummy
Janice bartling
December 13, 2008 | Traverse City, MI
I had the pleasure of meeting Ben 29 years ago as a lifeguard as he enjoyed Frisbee on the beach. I'm saddened that he passed on my birthday this year, and despite that sad remembrance, I have great recent memories of Ben as someone I enjoyed seeing during my visits to TC. If not for Ben, I would not have met Tom, for which I am much appreciative.
Ben - what a great person, I have so many great memories. He was always such a cheerful and inquisitive soul with the ability to engage...
Cindy Pronger
December 11, 2008 | West Bloomfield, MI
Ben was a great friend to all who knew him. My fondest memory was when he showed up on my "doorstep" down in ST. Thomas, USVI. He had his patented smile on, and wanted to hit the beach immediatly. I had to work quite a bit while he was down there, but as we all know, the explorer in Ben never slowed him down. Ade, Jon , if I can do anything please call.
Ben"jamin" Morrison III
December 03, 2008 | N.W. Mich, MI
Please accept our deepest sympathy. We also have a Ben Hoxie, who has received some of Ben's mail over the years. We met Ben at the airport and liked him immediately. Then we saw the family having Thanksgiving dinner one year at Mountain Jack's when our family decided to do the same thing. Our prayers are with you as you grieve for this wonderful man. Sincerely, Fred, Char, Lindsay Hoxie Eustice, Ben, and Emily Hoxie
Char Hoxie
December 01, 2008 | Traverse City, MI
Mr. Hoxie and family,
Ben was a great neighbor and friend-he is missed. I have so many great memories of Ben-we were all blessed to have his smile and laughter in our lives. The thing I will miss most is hearing Ben say"Hi neighbor".
I'm only a phone call away if you need anything-please call.
Hugs for everyone,
Faith
Faith Linsenmayer
November 30, 2008 | Traverse City, MI
Ben fall of 2007
November 30, 2008
Ben was a great friend of mine a long ago. In high school we did the things high school boys did—played Frisbee, skateboarded, and played pinball at Maria’s Pizza—among other things…..
He was always very thoughtful of others and remembered his friends—recently, he ran into my mother some place in Traverse City and after not seeing her for more that 20 years, he recognized her and shared a few minutes with her. She spoke highly of Ben and I feel especially fortunate now to have heard...
John Hoffmann
November 28, 2008 | Oro Valley, AZ
