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Howard Hoffman Obituary
A lifelong Angeleno, Bud was born in Los Angeles on October 17, 1933. He matriculated from Los Angeles High to UCLA and eventually received his DDS from the Pacific Dental School. Bud went on to create a thriving Beverly Hills dental practice and became known for his precision work and his comforting bedside manner. He would often travel to 3rd world regions to help those in desperate need receive life-changing dental care.
Bud was known for his disparate passions, including outdoor adventure, fine wine, red meat, popcorn and the hatred for any and all vegetables (especially parsley and cilantro).
In 1997, he married the love of his life, Mary. Together, they pursued interests such as skiing, fly fishing and golf. After retirement, he spent much time traveling the world, enjoying beloved getaways in Colorado and Hawaii, and devotedly following his local sports teams, most notably the UCLA Bruins and the Los Angeles Rams.
He is survived by his beloved wife Mary, stepsons Damon, Scott, stepdaughter Denise, spouses Kelly Joanna and Ward, and grandchildren Ashlyn, Clarissa and Kenny.
Services will be held at on Friday, June 13 at 2:00 PM at Hillside Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Simms Mann - UCLA Center for Integrative Oncology.
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Al Rykus
June 17, 2025
Over the years Bud Hoffman, our Uncle Bud took on the added roles of becoming our adopted father and our sons´ adopted grandfather.
With his own stoic nature, and twinkle in his eye, we remember Uncle Bud for his natural physical abilities, his ability to ski the slopes in Steamboat Springs up through his mid 80´s and to hike those same hills in the summer.
Fly Fishing was his ultimate dreamscape. Standing hip deep and flicking the rod so gently that no fish could resist the temptation. It was the dream of fishing that attracted our Aunt Mary. What a team they made.
By day Bud was my boss. A decisive professional dentist to the stars. His mannerisms and demanding ways matched closely to his unmatched abilities. I assisted him for years and he taught me his way. I learned from the best.
Our family mourns this day but we celebrate Bud Hoffman´s life and all those he touched along his journey. We will never forget you, Uncle Bud and we are greatful for the years we had with you and Mary.
What is somewhat ironic is that I worked for uncle Bud for 13 years and without failed each and every Friday I was either fired or I quit. It´s just fitting that here we are on a Friday and this Friday I wouldn´t be anywhere else than with you Bud.
Rest in peace Uncle Bud
The Romes
June 14, 2025
We are sending our deepest sympathies to Mary and the Salzburg/Hoffman families. We are so very sorry for your loss. We have lovely memories of spending time together in Los Angeles, West Hartford and Steamboat. May Bud´s memory be a blessing.
SUE RYKUS
June 11, 2025
There is no one that can match my "Uncle Bud". What a dream job I had working beside Beverly Hills best dentist. He will certainly be missed by my whole family who loved him as their our adopted dad and my son´s adopted grandfather.
RIP Bud
Courtney Silk & Bill Walter
June 11, 2025
We had the pleasure of spending many happy occasions with Bud. He was always so warm and welcoming. We´re so sorry for your loss.
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