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HOFFMAN _ Steven Glenn May 20, 1981 - May 28, 2007 We sadly announce that Steven has left our midst. Steven was the son of Daniel Hoffman of Vancouver and the Late Janice Vernon and the brother of Ryan Hoffman of Chilliwack. Grandson of Jean Vernon of Chilliwack and Tom Hoffman of Dawson Creek. Steven attended school in Chilliwack and Nelson before graduating from Simon Fraser University in 2005. A celebration of his life will be held at St. John's Anglican Church, 46098 Higginson Road, Chilliwack Tuesday June 12, 2007 at 1:00 pm.
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Riston Turner
April 7, 2021
Despite growing up not far away in Castlegar, I didn't meet Steve until my SFU days. I was a skate rat and would spend the nights skating in the underground parking lots. One night I met another skater there on a rainy night. We instantly hit it off and became close friends over the next few years. We shared a love of skateboarding, music, and independent film. Steve was just about the nicest person you could imagine. His personality was infectious and he got along with literally everyone. I really miss those days. I graduated a year before Steve and took off to South Korea but we remained good friends and talked often over MSN Messenger. I remember the last time we hung out when I was visiting Van in 2005 and we went to the RDS skatepark. We both sucked, but loved it. Back in Korea he kept me updated and I remember some of the pics he sent me from Tibet. Pure stoke!
I was at work in my classroom in South Korea when I opened up an email from Doug that broke my heart. I know a long time has passed now but I still miss my friend Steve. I hope that some of his other friends can get in contact with me. I never met his dad or brother, but Steve talked a lot about them. He truly was full of love.
Katie
July 1, 2013
Always remembering you and the love you shared with everyone around you :)
Lori
December 27, 2012
We miss you - especially your wonderful sense of humour. The Christmas dinner has never been the same without you. Love you forever.
Dan Hoffman
December 18, 2011
Miss you. Dad
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Katie
December 15, 2009
Every part of my life continues to be touched by you - you have not left; you have transformed. I see your smile in many ways, in many faces. You are a light for me, always.
Charles Stewart
December 19, 2007
May The Peace that passes all understanding be with you, Dan and Ryan, throughout this holiday season. God knows I will never forget.
ryguy hoffman
December 17, 2007
My brother came to me in a dream 2 nights ago and he told me "you don't see with your eyes, you see with your heart."
myleen caba
September 11, 2007
Dan ,Ryan and Family.....I just found out today about what happen to steve..i'm so shock...im very sorry to hear this news..I'm one of his dad's worker before and see steve at his dad's everytime he go for a visit..steve is one of a kind..a kind hearted fellow, sweet ,thoughtful and funny...MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN PEACE..Dan ,Ryan hang in there..
Wendy & Keith Ferlin
July 8, 2007
Dear Danny,Ryan,Tom, Margaret,Glen and family,
You all had so much to be proud of in Steven. I pray you can find peace after this terrible tragedy.
Louise Kadlecik
July 5, 2007
It was so sad to hear the news of Steven’s death. I’ve worked with Susan for 10 years and over that time I got to know Steven through her stories, celebrating with her his academic achievements and other milestones of life.
May God’s peace and healing be with you during this time of grieving.
joan rattray
July 1, 2007
Danny,Ryann,Tom, Margie and Glenn;Altho I never met Stephen I have talked to him on the phone when he was with his Dad. What a great personality he had and always laughter in his voice. I feel the loss you are going thru but want you to know my heart is with you. We have always had that connection with you all and have seen the bad but the good also. My love to you all................Joan
Holloween in Nelson 1991
June 28, 2007
Graduation from St. John's School
June 28, 2007
Fun at the beach with Ryan - Naramata 1982
June 28, 2007
Those beautiful blue eyes!!
June 28, 2007
Steve titled this "I'm Happy!!"
June 28, 2007
"The Boys" from Nelson
June 28, 2007
Chris Zygmunt
June 27, 2007
My sincerest condolences on your loss, Katie... I don't think there's anything I can say that would be truly adequate for this... I'm not too good at this, so I hope you can accept this for what it is, despite my lack of words of comfort.
Katie Matsuba
June 26, 2007
Steve was my boyfriend, best friend and amazing teacher for seven lovely years. No words can explain the depth of loss I know I feel along with his family and friends. He was so considerate, senstitive, wise, good humoured, generous - truly beautiful in so many ways. You always knew that you had his full attention and that he cared, really cared, about you when you were talking to him. Some of the greatest conversations in my life were with him, as well as the most precious moments of love, intimacy, laughter and bliss. He impacted me in a way that no one ever has - his insight, his wisdom, his compassion. I have learned so much about the beauty of this world from Stevie. I've seen his silliness, his intelligence, his wit, his empathy, his generosity...I've seen & felt so much of his love that I feel so blessed. And I am motivated to live out my dreams & make a positive impact on this world because of him and how he lived his life. Dougie was so right at his funeral when he said there was no mediocrity in Steve's life - he went all or nothing into everything. Love, meditation, education, friendhsip, everything important. And his life was above and beyond mediocre - it was extraordinary. He felt more than most, he cried more than most, he loved more than most. His gentle, kind blue eyes remain in my memory and I know he is watching all of his loved ones, giving them a boost when they need it. I pray he is happy and content with his Mom and Mikey by his side. It's surreal for me that I'm even typing this - I know it will be a long time before I can really accept and understand such a loss. We were best friends Steve, real soul mates, and I miss you so much. I love you, and will always love you. I will continue to wish you peace for your soul. My favorite photo of you in the slideshow was of you looking up into the sky, with leaves all around your head. You look so happy and content. I imagine you that way now - happy, content and free. Free to touch everyone you love in a special way, every day, forever. My family and I pray for you and remember all of the precious moments we shared. My mom still has the guitar you made for her with the notes & chords taped on it. You really did share your love of music with everyone. You crafted songs that were insightfu, moving, powerful. I have your cds and treasure them. Oh Stevie - I was so blessed to have you in my life for so long. And I know you will continue to guide me and look over me as I stumble and walk through my life's journey. Thanks for being you, Steven Glenn Hoffman. I love you.
Tashi delek
You made so many of my dreams come true.
See you when I get there...
Katie :-)
Douglas Haddow
June 25, 2007
Much love to everyone, steve's spirit is alive within anyone who seeks to make this life a better place.
Dallas Batch
June 24, 2007
We are so, so sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the whole family.
Love from Dallas and Hannah Batch and Eileen Akers
Chris Walker
June 23, 2007
hmmmm, I don't know what to say, my mom just informed me and I feel at a loss and wanted to write.
Though I wasn't one of his closest friends he was a guy that made you feel welcome and accepted from the very start. The start for me I guess would be Hume School playing king of the hill with him and his two closest buddies Mike and Dustin. Those 3 guys were never far from each other and it was great to call them friends throughout the rough times of junior high and high school. After that in between periods of no contact he never lost his step, always gave you his genuine full attention and regarded you with sincerity and compassion. He struck me as the kind of guy that if the time came, he would gladly fill in as anyones big brother......
He often popped into my head as one of the "I wonder what he's been doin'" type of guys, and though I didn't know him extremely well after school, I do know that nelson has lost another legend in my mind.....
all the best to his friends and family
cw
Shauna Johnson
June 21, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the Vernon and Hoffman families for the loss of Steven Glenn.
Steven's Mom, Janice, was a wonderful friend to me from our first encounter in grade 2 at Tremblay School. Janice and I became fast friends and throughout our youth spent many weekends and special occasions together with her family (Susie, Laurie, Gregg, Jean and Glenn) at their home in Dawson Creek.
I will never forget the accepting and loving Vernon family. When I first saw Steven's photo in this album, I immediately thought how he resembled his Grandpa Glenn. Then as I read through Steven's guest book I learned that he also shared his grandfather's quick wit and his mother's unconditional love and support of family and friends.
Ryan, Danny and the Vernon family: please know that my loving thoughts and sincerest sympathies are with you all at this unbelieveably diffcult time. I cannot know the depth of your grief after losing your brother and son, grandson and nephew.
My hope is that Steven and Janice are together in a much better place - sharing, laughing, singing and loving those of us left behind.
Love always,
Shauna
George Moretto
June 21, 2007
to the friends and family of Steven Hoffman, I dont know you personally but we share a mutual friend in chuck stewart. I am sorry for your loss and i am reaching out to you from California U S A offering my condolences during your time of need. My Prayers are with you and your family.
Curtis Thomson
June 20, 2007
Steve was one of my best friends. During the last 5 years we spent every day together at out house in Port Moody. So to lose someone that you can not only stand being around everyday but actually enjoy it, is a big lose. I have been thinking about him every day since I found out about his death, questions of what happened, what I could have done, and most importantly the good times we had together. I keep asking myself what charteristic of Steve I will miss the most. I figured it out while watching TV last night. It was his ability to understand anything regardless of who was saying it, their point of view or his opinion. Probably the most memorable times I had with Steve included fishing, studying, and watching weird movies he found in some foreign film store. He was a great friend and I will miss him dearly. Steve Good Bye
Dan and Ryan hang in there I will be by to visit soon.
Lauren Hargraves
June 19, 2007
Dear Family and Friends of Steve:
I met Steve when I moved to Nelson in Grade 10. I became friends with him and later on dated him for a short while. However, we still remained friends and ended up at many of the same parties. I knew his mom Janice pretty well when she attended my sister and Eddies gym (Summit Health and Fitness). Janice worked with Eddie everyday to reach her goal weight and succeeded. We were all so proud of her. Now years later I found out her son who was an amazing guy and very very kind to everyone and full of jokes has passed on. I can understand the hurt, pain, anger, and grief you all must feel. My twin brother was killed in a single car accident on his way to work 3yrs ago today. That pain has never gone away and that day haunts myself and my family still. I hope you are all staying strong and sticking together as my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tibet Aid
June 19, 2007
Urgen Dorje (Steve Hoffman) has been a great friend to Tibet Aid and a stalwart supporter of the people of Tibet. I spoke with Steve regularly as he called to renew his sponsorships and tell us about his travels and activities. His enthusiasm always carried a tangible depth and renewed our resolve to stand for peace and for freedom. We hold Steve in our hearts at this time of transition and will strive to carry forward his vision.
Kathleen Nolan, MD, MSL
Executive Director, Tibet Aid
Bryan Pyke
June 19, 2007
May you find peace and joy in your memories.
Vi Stump
June 18, 2007
It is very disturbing to lose family members. Please accept this as my whole hearted condolence, I can only imagine what you are feeling at this time. I lost my son a yr ago when he drove into a river and has not been found to date. Memorial this weekend. Therefore I know what your loss is all about, my prayers and love.
brenda poitra
June 18, 2007
Dan, my condolences on your loss, i am sure he is in Heaven looking down on you, waiting for you, to come up and sing with the Angels.
Sharon Warren
June 18, 2007
Dear Dan, Ryan,family & friends:
I am a friend of your Nannie but had never met Steven. However, we Grannies share the delights & concerns of our hearts & I felt I was beginning to know & love you boys. I was deeply shocked & saddened at the news of Steven's death. I cry & question with you as if he were my own, but as well I smile with you as you remembered his mischievious energy & fun as shown in the slide-show pictures. Steven was truly a beautiful young man who showed his appreciation for life & people in all he did. His short life was truly a blessing. I pray you will stay strong & courageous as you go on & in time find healing as you work to reconcile this temendous loss. My Love to all. Sharon
Lisa Dunning
June 18, 2007
My condolences to the family and sending lots of love and prayers their way
Peter Muirhead
June 18, 2007
I was very sad to hear of the loss of Steven. I remember many times sitting at Janice's table in Nelson and listening to Steven tell stories of his school day or just living life in Nelson. Steven also went to school with my boys and it is hard to hear of one with so much life yet to live being taken so young. Much love Peter
toby c.
June 18, 2007
we are sorry for your loss. sending you our thoughts and our hearts to you and your's during this tough time.
Susan Reid
June 17, 2007
When life starts to get you down just look to the sky. It is the same everywhere. Always above the pain and the love, above joy and grief and loss and sacrifice. What Steve would say is be as the sky. Life isn’t a destination- it’s a journey. We all come upon unexpected curves and turning points, mountain tops and valleys. Everything that happens to us shapes who we are becoming. And in the adventure of each day, we discover the best in ourselves.
You’re far away now, but we can feel you. You exist in our every breath, in every beat of our hearts, in any memory of your laughter. Your presence was a tangible thing… yet as hard to grasp as the air. Still we can feel you; the softness of a petal, a warm wind on our cheeks, a ray in our vision, a distant light that draws us near. We all knew that when the world seemed cold and with no where to turn, we knew we could turn to you. Like a plant towards the sun. I understand why. It is because you are our light. You believed in us all and gave us the strength that no one could replace. These are things in life that are inevitable; we are powerless to control them. The sun will rise and set, the tide will come in and go out, the seasons will change, the birds will fly south in the winter and return in the spring, and the caterpillar will transform itself into a beautiful butterfly, family will always be family, and we will all meet again someday; in a better place. Somehow I feel reassured by this because many other things in life are so transient- so momentary. You have truly become the star of our lives which brings us light in this dark world, and warmth and caring when we need it. You offered us promise of renewal, the joy of living, the peace of mind that comes with sharing and caring, and the shoulder to lean on in times of stress. And we cherish you and love you forever. You look down from above and grin, when you see what you have made… A love with no end. You are our sunny sky when our dark clouds are high. You are our angel of hope. Your honesty, hope, faith, love, and your soul touched us all. You are our light, our soul, our heart evermore. We all love you Steve and we know that you watch over us now from above…Until the end of time.
Dan and Ryan - you are in my prayers everyday and if you need anything - call me
Steve will miss your music,the many songs your dad got you to sing with him when i called there - Ryan and Dan keep the music going and remember Steve is in heaven looking down and singing with you.
ryan hoffman
June 17, 2007
I'd like to thank you all for leaving messages for my brother and my family. My brother lived more in his 26 years than most people live in a lifetime. He loved those around him unconditionally. He was effortlessly funny all the time. I always aspired to be like my brother. When my mom passed, there were many times when he was the big brother. Now I dont have to worry about playing a role. My brother's love will carry me when I fall.
thank you all
ryan
We were all so proud of him
June 17, 2007
The Family
June 17, 2007
To anyone who is interested donations can be made on behalf of Steven Glenn Hoffman to his passion:
Tibet Aid
34 Tinker Street Woodstock,
New York 12498-1233
1-845-679-6973
[email protected]
Chuck Stewart
June 16, 2007
I will forever Remember you Steven, my good friend, you where like a son to me. You played a role in saving my life , you and your Father, from self destructiohn, And I will forever be there as a friend, confidant and reliable helper in your fathers life as well as the rest of your family. Thank You Steven for such a vibrant time of my life, and the passage of knowledge. Rest in Peace, go with the light, may your path be enlightened with ten thousand candles as you proceed....blessings in abundance
Susan Vernon
June 15, 2007
The following was written and presented by Ryan Hoffman, Steven's brother, during the funeral service and we wanted to share this.
dear brother
If you leave first then wait for me on the other side.
We agreed to be brothers forever. we leaned on each other.
We loved each other. You are part of me. The music that made your heart sing is what we have now.
I'm not ready to say goodbye to you brother. You still owe me a song. Please come back and sing with me for one last time. We can go song for song. I guess its time for me to learn your songs and sing all of them for you. Maybe if I use your guitar you can help me.
If I could have looked into your eyes just once before you left, you could have known what I know. You could have seen the safety in falling to pieces. I could have carried you when you fell down. I was born to carry you brother. You were always safe and you always will be. You were never alone. Come to me now if you need directions. Ive been down that road. I'll always walk next to you. We were the strongest we've ever been when we cried together.
I see all these familiar faces. All the people we've known and loved in our life. Each one of you has special memories of my brother. My brother told me to tell you that you're all alive. You're free. You can do anything you want to. Be bold. Be brave. Dream. Be the person you were born to be. When you fall apart or need help, lean on the love around you. Let it fill your heart. I have an angel on my shoulder and you do too. My brother will be listening if you have something to say to him.
When I used to talk with my brother, he'd sometimes say what I thought were naive or foolish things and I never corrected him. Everyone needs to learn things on their own. Now things have changed. My brother understands all those things and much more. His spirit has become so strong that I can feel him lifting me. I can't explain it. I feel like a bumble bee.
Aerodynamically the bumble bee isn't supposed to fly, but it does so anyways. Some say faith is trusting in what you don't understand. I say faith is understanding what you trust.
here's a poem I wrote for the occasion
meet me in my dreams
to tell me what this means
tell me your path
let me hear you laugh
Im the last one left
and my right ear is deaf
but when your voice sings
my spirit has wings
right now we sit and cry
as you explore the sky
so bless a grieving crowd
or drift beyond a cloud
lights will guide you home
but you're still my little bro
and I'd write you any rhyme
to turn back the hands of time
I'll take your guitar and use it
and we can make a little music
to make sure that I can hear it
you can lend me a bit of your spirit
the path of life is laid
with debts that you have paid
as the grieving is begun
I feel that you and I are one
of all the blessings you bring
you've made me king
I see my life in the scope
full of passion and hope
Nomeca Wraye
June 14, 2007
Dear Ryan and Family ~
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Steve was a wonderful person who always put his best foot forward and it was a genuine pleasure to know him. He was authentic, honest and appropriate wherever he travelled in life and always an honorable person.
Steve will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Steve,Ryan and Janice are in my close thoughts and forever in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Dustin Wraye
June 14, 2007
Ryan and family I would like to tell you that Stevens friendship to myself and my late twin brother Michael wraye was very very strong , please know that there are few people of such high carrisma and integrity as Steve.
Janice Vernon was like a second mom to alot of us boys and we all continue to love and prey for both of them as well the rest of the family. thankyou Dustin Wraye
Donna Fitzpatrick
June 14, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of Steven's passing. I worked with Janice when she was in Nelson and met Steven and Ryan when they were young. Such a wonderful family to have to go through such sorrow. My thoughts are with you.
Nebra Friesen
June 12, 2007
Jean, Ryan, Susan, Laurie and Greg,
I was so sorry to hear about Steven's passing. Janice was so proud of both her sons and I know she was always watching over them, even after she left us. Please give my love to everyone.
All my love,
Neb
Laurie Peck
June 12, 2007
I met Steve through my kids, Caili and Kyle. We had up to 30 of Steve's friend's at my house this week-end, with my kids, as they re-connected with each other and remembered a great friend. It has truly been amazing to witness the positive effect one young man made on so many others. I believe in Steve's memory these amazing young people will continue on his path of helping others, and making the world a more tolerant place. My thoughts are with Steve's family.
Greg Thomson
June 12, 2007
Dear Dan and family,
I never knew your son, but my son Curtis was a good friend of his and shared the house in Port Moody when they were attending Simon Fraser University. I have two sons, who I cherish deeply and I can only offer my inadequate condolences for you great loss. I hope that you will remain strong through this difficult period and that you can cherish the happy memories of your son Steven.
My thoughts are with you,
Greg Thomson
Langley,BC
Debra Craig
June 12, 2007
I was so sorry to hear this very sad news. My thoughts and deepest sympathy are with the family.
Debra (McGill) Craig
Kelly Matsuba
June 11, 2007
Please accept my deepest condolences and sympathies.
I know Steve through my sister Katie. While my sister and Steve were together he stayed at our house a lot. He was like a member of our family. There were a lot of good nights hanging out by the fire talking.
You could always count on Steve to tell you what he was feeling. I fondly remember his love of coffee and how he would make fun of my "yuppy coffee drink".
All my thoughts and prayers are with Steve's family and friends.
Mara Shnay
June 11, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies on your loss.
I got the opportunity to meet and get to know Steve in the past year from attending Buddhist teachings with him, and also from having him do some occasional work with me.
He was a delight to work with - helpful and friendly, calm when things were intense, and consistently doing the right thing at the right time. We spent a lot of time happily chatting about life and the nature of the universe. He always brightened my day -
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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