Joan Brower Hoff

Still think of her often...a gentle inspiring woman. Enjoyed our time on Prevent Child Abuse Board and continuing friendship.

I'm a new fan of Joan Hoff and Phil Hoff. I first heard of them yesterday (4/21/24) reading and viewing "A Vermont Century," from my local library, Hartford, VT. Thankyou for your and Phil's compassion, service and leadership. The Gov. Hoff admins pioneered much of what we love and associate with modern Vermont. While I moved here in 2018 from NH, I have long Vermont relatives and ancestors. Helen Hyde who I knew taught in a 1 room school in the '40's then a Burlington elem school....

I did not meet the Hoff family but have experienced the mental health perspective of their daughter Dagny a longtime Vermont Division of Licensing and Protection employee who impacted my entire working career as a nurse. C. Haff

Joan was one of the loveliest people I ever knew. She was smart and passionate. She stayed so committed to her values. I still miss stopping by visiting with Joan and Phil. Conversation was always so interesting. Xoxo

I was a teenaged neighbor to the Hoffs in the 1950s and often babysat for Susan, Andrea, Dagny and Gretchen. I loved the family, and sometimes sketched portraits of the children. As years went on I saw her and Phil in social and political contexts, and never failed to be impressed by Joan's warmth, practicality, generosity, and kindness. I have thought of her often over long years, and am glad to see her personality reflected in all others say as well. Deep condolences and best wishes to...

My Father (Tom) and Mother (Delores) were very good friends of the Hoff's and always spoke of them fondly. I met Joan when I was working as Governor Hoff's page in 1967. She was always very gracious and always seemed to have a smile when talking with you. Best wishes to the family and may she rest in peace.

How can anyone be such a force of nature and at the same time so consistently thoughtful, respectful and wonderful to spend time with? Joan always made you feel welcome and cherished; and it was a joy to be with her. But she also always knew what was going on, struggled to keep perspective on a crazy world, and fought hard to make it better in so many ways. Many have said that Phil was a great man. He was. But right there beside him (not a step behind) was Joan, a truly great and...

We loved Joan and Phil so much. They remain pillars of integrity, empathy, kindness, brilliance and community service. Rest in peace. You live on in our hearts. xx

Joan was a wonderful gift to the State of Vermont, not only in terms of her support to Governor Hoff, but for all she did in her personal and public life. She was warm, genuine, and engaged in all she did. A truly significant loss for our state, but most definitely for her family.