Gerald Hoffman

Gerald "Jerry" Franklin Hoffman, of Pikesville, MD, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 25th, 2025, at the age of 93. Jerry was a devoted dentist, beloved family member, and cherished friend. He is survived by his loving daughters, Ray Ellen (Doug) Fisher and Wendy (Scott) Cohen; devoted brother, Donald (Sandra) Hoffman; and cherished grandchildren, Evan Fisher (Julia Lipton), Chad Fisher and Max Schnitzer. Jerry was predeceased by his beloved wife, Marcia Greenberg Hoffman of 62 years and dear parents, Ida and Benjamin Hoffman.

Jerry practiced dentistry in Reisterstown Maryland for 50 years. He was known for his warm smile and calming presence, and made each person who sat in his chair feel comfortable and valued. He was blessed with an exceptional loving staff throughout his years in dentistry. When he sold his practice, the new staff welcomed him warmly, ensuring he still felt at home in the office he had built with such care.

Jerry had many interests and passions. He was an avid cyclist, and rode his bicycle to and from work many days. He also achieved an impressive 18 Century Bike Rides, a testament to his strength and determination.

Jerry was also artistic. Jerry's hobby of painting brought him peace and fulfillment. After painting he developed the love of working on needlepoint and crewel, often spending evenings carefully stitching patterns that later became treasured gifts for family and friends as well as winners at the Maryland State Fair for many years. He proudly displayed many of his creations at his office for everyone to see. Later in life when he moved to Springwell Senior Living he proudly displayed them in his apartment on every wall.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Springwell Senior Living for their compassionate care and kindness, which brought comfort to Jerry and peace of mind to those who loved him. While residing at Springwell, Jerry found great joy sitting at Dining Room Table 18, fondly known as Table Chai, where the unconditional friendship and conversation of his tablemates always brought a smile to his face.

Jerry will be fondly remembered for his dedication, kindness, unwavering integrity, and his love of family.

Services at Sol Levinson's Chapel, 8900 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208, on Thursday, August 28th, 2025, at 1 pm. Interment Arlington Chizuk Amuno Cemetery on N Rogers Ave. Please omit flowers. Contributions in his memory may be sent to Chizuk Amuno Morning Minyan Fund, 8100 Stevenson Road, Baltimore, MD 21208 or Stella Maris Hospice, 2300 Dulaney Valley Road, Timonium, MD 21093. Please see Sol Levinson's website for updated Shiva information.