Patricia "Pat" Ann (Johnson) Hoffman (74) Lodi, CA; born Sept. 21, 1949, in Postville, IA, to Harry & Kathryn Johnson of Elgin, IA. She graduated from Valley High School ('67) and the University of Sioux Falls ('71). Because of her prolonged illness, she longed to be with Jesus and passed from this world into the open and welcoming arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Sunday, Feb. 25.
She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Rev. Dennis D Hoffman with four children and six grandchildren: Jonathan (Claudia – Joshua & Ayla) Hoffman, Sarah (Eric – Sean & Kaitlyn) Henneberque, Rebekah (Aubry – Kaylee & Mercedes) Oakes, & Hannah (Tim) Keller. A niece, Bobbii Jacobs, and a nephew, Bob Hach, Jr. and three grand nephews. Preceding her was an older baby brother Dwight, her parents, Harry & Kathryn (Krueger) Johnson, and sister, Marjorie Hach.
She had a contagious joy, making friends and sharing the love of Christ with people she met, and was a constant support to her husband. She was passionate about singing and shared her love of music and Jesus through teaching, and leading children's choirs. A vocal major in college, with a degree in elementary music education, she sang in college concert choir and with her husband in Madrigals, and in his church choirs. Her lifelong dream to record was fulfilled when, together with her husband, she recorded two albums: "Little Flowers" & "Little By Little", arranged and conducted by Joseph Linn. Dennis & Pat began Butterfly Ministries, a musical and teaching ministry, traveling several years before returning to church ministry and starting a family. Upon retiring in Lodi, CA, she began "Pat's Creative Designs" from her love of drawing, creativity and sewing, to showcase her projects.
A celebration of life will be held in the chapel of First Baptist, Lodi, CA at 11:00am, April 6, 2024. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Directions Medical Clinic, 942 E Pine St, Lodi CA.

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Published by Lodi-News Sentinel from Mar. 2 to Mar. 9, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Patricia Hoffman

8 Entries

Jonathan David Rich

July 3, 2025

Little by Little just came to mind today, I looked the two of you up and found this. Dennis, I hope you are doing well. Your (both of you) time at Calvary Baptist in Bethlehem (now Easton) is remembered fondly.

Tom & Sue Viland

July 21, 2024

Loved Pat's voice and Dennis's preaching while at Metropolitan Baptist church in Fargo, N.Dak. Will always hold those times dear to us.

Shari Rau Salazar

July 11, 2024

My family and I send our sincere condolences to Dennis and your family. Pat was my favorite choir director at Willow Rancho Baptist Church when I was a child. She had the most beautiful voice! She was instrumental in my desire to sing in my growing up years through high school and at my church as an adult. Im so glad she lived her life for Christ and share His message. She was such a wonderful woman of God. May she sing in heaven with the angels! Blessings to your family.

Harv & Carolyn Hendrickson

March 29, 2024

Carolyn and I share our deepest sympathies. We have many wonderful memories. Pat worked as my secretary at KNWC radio. At the same time she had her music pursuits. She always had a smile and a positive spirit and outlook. She sang at radio rallies when station personnel went "on the road" on Sunday nights. When we lost our son in death she sang at his service. Our prayers for you, Dennis, and the family.

Susan Chilton

March 21, 2024

Pat was one the most godly , kind , talented and beautiful women I´ve ever known ! The whole Hoffman family has had a lasting positive influence on our family , even though we were only neighbors for a couple of years back , 25 years ago !
Pat and Dennis were faithful to keep in touch by phone and through prayer and even the last time I spoke with her , though her body was failing , the sweet spirit of the Lord in her brought encouragement and joy to me ! I look forward to our reunion in heaven one day !!

Alan Ernst

March 12, 2024

Dennis and Pat played a significant role in my life during my college years in sioux falls in the 70'. They formed a small musical group that toured the midwest. I enjoyed singing with them. Pat had the most beautiful singing voice I ever heard. May the Lord bless and keep her family through the grieving. Rev. Alan Ernst.

Chuck Hiatt

March 3, 2024

Blessings to all of you in these difficult days.

Janine

March 3, 2024

Our families lives have been so blessed to have been touched by her love and testimony. Thanking GOD for her faithful life and witness. Love to your family.
Bob and Janine

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