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Norman Hoffman Obituary

Hoffman, Norman N.
December 6, 1923 - October 7, 2011
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend and surgeon. His compassion, his kindness and his gentleness are an inspiration and a beacon for all of us.
We will miss you. Rachael, Gary, Andrea, Steve, Marcelle, Jessica, Chloe, Jordan, Matthew, Benjamin, Savannah and Rocky.

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Oct. 10 to Oct. 12, 2011.

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Larry Stein

January 27, 2018

Norman was a very kind and talented surgeon. He was also my cousin and cherished family member. My wife and I have moved out of state so we have just learned about his passing. I know I speak for the entire family in expressing our sincere sympathy and well wishes to his immediate family. Know that you will be missed and rest in peace. Love, Cindy and Larry

October 16, 2011

Norman was a special man - kind and caring as well as a respected surgeon. He will be missed by all who knew him.
My sincere sympathy to Rae and the family at this sad time.
Marian Sloane Berger

Mark Vogel

October 14, 2011

Sorry to hear of Norm's passing. He was a gentleman, wise, cultured, an excellent surgeon and I always enjoyed talking to him.

October 12, 2011

Norm was a dear friend. I always loved seeing him ride his bike around our block.
He was a kind and wonderful man. He will be missed.
Phil Yalowitz

October 12, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss, he was truly loved by all, and will be sorely missed by his family.
Chris and DeeDee Holmes and family

Richard Ress, MD

October 12, 2011

Dr Hoffman was a wonderful surgeon and a true gentlemen. Those of us who were privileged to know him, and his son Dr. Gary Hoffman who carries on his legacy, will always remember their kindness and professionalism.

Leo Gordon MD

October 12, 2011

Dr. Hoffman's talents, compassion and medical expertise live on in his son, Dr. Gary Hoffman. Dr. Norman Hoffman had the whole package - kindness, expertise and a reverence for the discipline of medicine. He will be missed.

Diane Holland

October 10, 2011

Dr. Norman N. Hoffman will always be remembered as a talented, wonderful, human being, and excellent medical doctor.

Sincerely,
Diane Holland

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