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Patrick Hoffman Obituary
Patrick W. Hoffman, 68, an attorney, died March 2.
Patrick was born in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and grew up in New Jersey. He practiced law in Maryland, moved to Florida, and continued his professional career.
He is survived by his wife, Marilyn; son, Bill; daughter, Leigh; son, Doug; his mother, Elaine; sister, Peg; brother, Mike; sister, Cathy; and five grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, March 10, at Wylie-Baxley Merritt Island Funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for Patrick Hoffman
Al Kopec
March 2, 2019
Dear Marilyn & family, i still miss Pat and ill never stop thinking of the many incredible laughs we shared together. I hope you are all getting along well and enjoying the children whom hope are as smart and congenial as Pat as. But I hope they aren't anything like Pat and I were together you know Nothing but trouble. pat and i were always the clowns in the Lake Forest ski shows. Gee I can't understand why? He really was a very big part of my life. God bless you all! I'll be moving to Scottsdale Arizona soon to be wilh my daughter perhaps this spring. My older sister Verna Passed away last year. She so thought Pat was the funniest person she had ever met. Jane my younger sister still doing well.
Albert Kopec
March 30, 2012
Pat Hoffman MY absolute best friend of days gone by. We hunted together had untold happy times together and just funned together. My sisters and I were so happy to have known him as our very dear and cherished friend. My prayers go out to his family and friends of whom there were so many and to Marilyn whose wedding I will never forget. I will keep Pat and you all in my prayers
Al Kopec
Bert Smith
March 14, 2012
What a sweet, kind man that will surely be missed! My fondest memories of Pat are riding around a Visit Orlando golf tournament for the day. He drove all the way over, very early in the morning, just to volunteer his time. Amazing! He was a joy to know. My sincerest condolences.
Reinhold
March 13, 2012
Pat, I had only one oppertunity to meet you. It's hard to say "Good by". Marylin, My thoughts are with you. take care.
Jacqueline Green
March 12, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. We are here if there is anything at all we can do for you. We love you dearly.
Jackie Green and friends..
Myra Monreal
March 12, 2012
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Pat. He used to always tell me that the ACC folks needed to watch out for each other. My condolences to his friends and family.
Dylan Thomas
March 11, 2012
I will always remember Pat as a marathon man. Even though marathons have a finish line, it's the journey we always remember.
Matt Lawson
March 10, 2012
I was so shocked to hear about Pat. I always admired him and enjoyed talking politics with him. Our community has lost a great man. His family is in my prayers. I am very sorry for your loss.
March 10, 2012
Dear Marilyn
We are so sorry to hear that Pat passed away. He was a kind man and a great, helpful neighbor with a wonderful sense of humor. We'll always remember "Captain Pat" taking us out with his boat to watch the dolphins or the last launch of the space shuttle. Our thoughts go out to you and your family.
Brigitte Horlacher, Oliver Horlacher, Beatrice Heuberger (Switzerland)
March 9, 2012
I'll be thinking about the entire Hoffman family as you work through the process of putting a very great man to rest. My condolences go out to you Aunt Marilyn,Bill,Leigh and Doug. Be well and remember all the great times you had together. Bob Garrity
Tom Wert
March 9, 2012
Pat was truly a gentile and humble man who brought joy to everyone he came across. I knew Pat through our work together in Florida Citrus Sports. I experienced Pat's dedication to others firsthand through FCS. He loved giving to others. He will be sorely missed. Marilyn, I am very sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
March 9, 2012
Pat, we will all miss you. You had a wonderful way with people. I loved listening to all your stories, you were always a wealth of information.We were truly blessed to have shared a small part of your life. Thank You. Our thought and prayers are with Marilyn and Family.
Maureen Start and Family
Kris Woodson
March 9, 2012
Pat was a wonderful man! He made me laugh every time I saw him. My deepest sympathy to Marilyn, the kids and grandkids. You all are in my prayers.
Sandi Daugherty
March 9, 2012
What I'll always remember about Pat, in addition to his excitement at winning tickets to France at a Visit Orlando event, is how he treated people. It didn't matter who you were, he was always kind and always a gentleman And that smile - you always felt like he was genuinely glad to see you. I feel blessed to have known him.
Collins Catering
March 9, 2012
Marilyn,
Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Pat was always there with a big smile that matched his big heart. When he made a commitment, he saw it through with vigor and passion. We loved it when he popped in to see us on his travels to Orlando. We will truly miss him both personally and professionally.
Wally, Janet, Erica, Jessy and the Collins Catering Team
Dan and Liz Winegrad
March 9, 2012
Marilyn and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always remember our times together in Admiral Heights.
March 8, 2012
Marilyn: We are so, so very sorry for the loss of a wonderful man and husband. Bob thought so much of Pat and liked him so. God be with you and your family at this time and you are in ours prayers.......Bob & Linda Rogers, Md
Jason Fenwick
March 8, 2012
Marilyn and Family,
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your entire family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
John Biddiscombe
March 8, 2012
Dear Marilyn and Family,
It was a shock to get the news of Pat's death. Pat and I became friends in 1960 and were very close throughout high school and college. I have many fond memories of my days at Lake Forest where Pat and I would spend most of the day water skiing, boating or just hanging out. We had a lot in common and enjoyed each others company very much.
Pat was a kind person, with a good sense of humor and enjoyed a spontaneous adventure. He made me and others grateful to be his friend.
I am sorry that I will not be able to join you for the memorial service.
Very warm regards,
Brian Gore
March 8, 2012
Marilyn and Family,
My deepest condolences go out to everyone touched by his passing. May the good memories comfort you always.
Michelle Sheldon
March 8, 2012
I am deeply saddened to learn of Pat's passing. Pat and I worked together at FCS, Pat was always so happy and made everyone feel like a friend. I enjoyed all the stories and hearing about his grandchildren. He would always send me dog jokes and stories. I will miss Pat. My deepest sympathies to all.
Patricia Walker
March 7, 2012
Marilyn,
I am so saddened to hear about Pat!! I have missed y'all at PCYC and always hoped you would be back. I treasure the "Clemson Tiger" statue that he gave to me and it has a permanent place in my library. He was a great man. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen and Ken Stern
March 7, 2012
Bill,
We are saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your Dad was a great man. With our deepest sympathy...
Carmen Boyce
March 7, 2012
I am very sorry to hear about Pat's passing. You could always count on seeing his smiling face at the Visit Orlando office and events. He will be missed.
Ron Silveira
March 7, 2012
Marilyn & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Pat will always be remembered full of life, dedicated, resourceful, caring, connected to source and a great friend. He will always be...
Carol Herbster
March 7, 2012
Marilyn and family, I had the pleasure of working with Pat and becoming his friend at Florida Citrus Sports. He was always so generous, happy and kind, and shared many wonderful stories about his family with me. He loved traveling with you and experiencing all that life had to offer. May these memories help to comfort you and bring you some peace in the difficult days ahead.
Carol Herbster, Maitland, FL
Nara Ravani
March 7, 2012
"Pat's family I am sorry for your lost. I was so surprise to hear the news. He will be miss him in our meetings and Trade Shows.
My prayers will be with you Pat."
Nara M. Ravani ( Orlando, FL)
March 7, 2012
When my Mom died, someone sent us this: Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body. Rather, it is to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming...Wow-what a Ride! Thank you Pat for letting me be part of your ride. Becky Hamilton
Arnold Heggestad
March 7, 2012
Pat and I were fraternity brothers at the University of Maryland 50 years ago. Later my wife and I and Pat and Marilyn were close friends and shared a sail boat together. He was then as he was now-a leader, a positive person, and one who was loved by many
Karen Adams
March 7, 2012
It was a pleasure to know this kind, giving, and always cheerful man - he will be missed.
Steve Vinciguerra
March 7, 2012
Pat, I know you are now recruiting for the big guy and He is so lucky to have you in his fold. I will really miss you my friend and will cherish the years of our friendship. You have touched many lives and will be missed very much. My prayers are with your family.
March 6, 2012
You will be missed brother Pat, you were one of the good guys. Thank you for letting be in your life. Rest in peace, buddy.
Best to your family.
Bob Barker.
Jenny Martin
March 6, 2012
I was saddened to hear about Pat's passing. I am glad I had the pleasure of working with him at Florida Citrus Sports. His quick wit and kindness will never be forgotten. My heart goes out to his family and friends at this difficult time.
Bobby Olszewski
March 6, 2012
I am deeply saddened with the news of the passing of my friend Pat Hoffman. When my own dad died, Pat was a true father-figure who was always there for me to offer advice on all of life's topics. He was a man of faith and a genuine character with a huge heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Marilyn, their children, and grandchildren. I will miss you my friend and thank you for everything. I am sure they have a Kim Wu buffet in heaven!
Betsy Granade
March 6, 2012
My memories of Pat include a wonderful smile and him often sharing a warm, heartfelt story about his family and how much they meant to him. My prayers are with you and your family, Marilyn. Truly sad news.
Barry Delello
March 6, 2012
I, like many, knew Pat from his untiring commitment to Florida Citrus Sports. At any event, all I had to do was be near him and he would go out of his way to say hello. No matter whom he greeted, he was sure to mention something that was near and dear to that person, whether it was their family, their school or some other topic. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Ellen Wittmann
March 6, 2012
I worked with Pat at the CFHMA. Although too young for the job, he became like a father to me after my own dad's passing. I am priviledged to have worked with him and called him friend.
Kathryn Stuart
March 6, 2012
I was so sad to hear about Pat's passing... his smile was contagious and he was a great asset at Florida Citrus Sports. I'm glad I had the pleasure of working with him. My thoughts and prayers are with Marilyn and the rest of his family. May the love of family and friends comfort and strengthen you all in the days ahead.
Katie Bartoo
March 6, 2012
Pat was always such a wonderful person to me as our paths crossed in Florida Citrus Sports. I am so saddened to hear this news and working the coaches' hospitality suites just won't be the same without him. Much love to his family.
Pat at a Florida Citrus Sports member event in 2009, smiling as always.
Matt Repchak
March 6, 2012
Steve Hogan
March 6, 2012
Very sorry to learn of Pat's passing. It was an honor to work with Pat for many years and experience first hand what a kind, committed, intelligent man he was. My thoughts and prayers are with his wonderful family.
Reg Shrigley
March 6, 2012
So sorry to hear of Pat's passing. I'm sure he was preparing for another season of football, scouting and hospitality. His kindness and generosity will be missed and bowl season just won't be the same.
Leia Mandile
March 6, 2012
My heart sank when I heard of Pat's passing. I will always remember his kindness and wit. What a delightful man.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
I am sure he will be missed by a great many people.
Carol Monroe
March 6, 2012
Pat and I had a great working and personal relationship. He was so supportive of me even after he retired. Pat was very generous, kind and understanding. Pat will be missed dearly. Marilyn and your family will be in my prayers. God's Blessings to you all.
Bill Rodwick
March 6, 2012
Very sad to hear this news. I enjoyed Pat's friendship like many others did. He will be greatly missed. Safe passage, my friend your job here is done. You left behind many, many people who were privileged to have known you. Bill Rodwick
Norah Azoulai
March 6, 2012
Hello Marilyn and Family,
I am sad to hear about Pat's passing. He was such a presence in the Hospitality Industry. We had served on two committees together and I will miss his smiling face. What a blessing it is to have known him. Please accept my condolences.
March 5, 2012
Hello Marilyn,
Although we have never met, I have known and admired Pat for many years. My husband died on Jan 7 after a year long battle with cancer and I know the grief that you are feeling- it is like no other. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family.
Bonnie Brownell Orlando, FL
JoElle Marlow
March 5, 2012
I am so sorry to hear Pat has passed away. He was one of the most thoughtful and kind men I have ever known. Pat's grandchildren and my children were all born within days of each other so we always chatted about what they were into. I will deeply miss Pat and the family is in my prayers.
Leo Tarver
March 5, 2012
Sorry to hear of Pat's passing. He was such an inspiration to all that came his way. I voulnterred with Pat on the Visit Orlando Partner Relations Committee.
Pat's committ and wisdom was priceless..
My prayers are with the family.
Leo Tarver
March 5, 2012
Sorry to hear of Pat's passing. He was an inspiration to all that came his way. I volunteered with Pat on the Visit Orlando Partner Relations Committee.
My prayers are with the family.
Judy Fitzgerald
March 5, 2012
I was priviledged to work with Pat in Merritt Island. He was always so helpful and cheerful. I am sorry for your loss.
Misty Johantgen
March 5, 2012
Saddened by the news of Pat's passing. I will forever be grateful to have known this wonderful man. He was a tireless volunteer for Visit Orlando. More importantly, he was a friend and mentor. My prayers are with Pat's family.
Matthew Sign
March 5, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Pat left an indelible mark on this world, through his generosity, his many friendships, and his wonderful family. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
Hugh Halsey
March 5, 2012
Pat,
You are such a wonderful light in my life! Your boundless enthusiasm, wit and generosity will live on in my heart. I Thank God for your friendship and for all you have done our community.
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