Elbert Leslie "Pete" Hoffman

I just discovered through the web that Pete Hoffman went to heaven last year. I was Pete`s secretary at Piper many years ago and can honestly say he was one of the best, kindest, nicest person I have ever worked for. I want to extend my deepest sympathy and prayers to Pete`s family and friends. Pete passed away the same year I lost my husband, Randy, on March 25, 2024. Unfortunately, Randy and Pete never had an opportunity to meet, so I am hoping and praying that they caught up and...

I am saddened by the news I just now received of Pete's passing. He and Susan were across the street neighbors on Wilkie Drive in Charleston in the early 80's. While we didn't talk often after he went to Main Justice and I moved to Richmond, we did speak occasionally and I enjoyed the liveliness of those conversations. I always considered him a good friend. The obituary is beautifully written and provides a wonderful glimpse into Pete's life, interests, deeds and loves. He certainly was...

Just came across this obituary which seemed perfect for Pete who I knew in the Seventies when he was working in the U.S. Attorney's office. A good lawyer with a fine sense of humor. I still remember some of the funny things he said.

I remember Pete always had a story to tell. He was such a joyous person to be around. I worked with him at Pettit many years ago. Rest well Pete.

I always wanted to speak to Pete Hoffman again. I was a shy visitor to the home of his first sweetheart, Susan Sandy. Being friends with one of her younger sisters in public school days, it brought me into a clan who all liked to talk. No problem with them, you didn´t have to say much. Pete was, of course, right at home. He often held court with surprising stories of Charleston injustice or impropriety, Susan supplying more details and gestures. In 1972, I hitched a ride back to...

I first met Pete in 1980 when I moved to Charleston and went to work in the US attorneys office as a legal secretary. Pete was a great attorney and a larger than life personality in the office. Very fun, energetic and very bright. One of the things I remember most about him, is he could read and take shorthand!! In fact, I recall when he was in hearings or trials, or interviewing witnesses, he almost always took his notes in Gregg shorthand. Not long after I came to work in the office, Pete...