John D. Hoffmann

When a friend dies, it seems to me, a part of you dies also. Joe and I first met as freshmen at the University of Oregon. In the ensuing nearly 60 years, we exchanged Christmas letters, connected in the Bay Area numerous times and visited often via phone and/or e-mail. He always inquired about my family, wanting to know how we were doing. We had our love of sports and our careers in journalism to discuss. I had my stories, he had his - mostly about his beloved Ducks and his equally beloved...

Best Joe,

Rest in peace...

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.