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David Chamberlain Hoffmire

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Redwood High School

David Hoffmire Obituary

David Chamberlain Hoffmire A lifelong Marin resident, passed away on Sunday, May 11th, 2008 following a short bout with cancer. Raised in Tiburon, David loved cruising the town with his friends. As a child, he enjoyed the Penny Arcade, Judge Field, and the old railroad piers, tracks, and tunnels. He also liked spending time on the bay fishing and boating. David attended Redwood High School, where he excelled in football and baseball. He then went to College of Marin before becoming a union carpenter. He joined his father John in the construction business, and they built many beautiful homes together. David was a two time Demolition Derby champion in the Petaluma County Fair, where he drove a classic Dodge with a push-button transmission to victory. He loved thoroughbreds, and became a breeder. His prize foal was born in the fields of Kentucky shortly before his death. David loved coaching baseball at every level. His kids will remember him for his ability to shout, teach, and love at the same time. He was instrumental in building Marin Catholic's batting complex in Marin's first turf facility. David is survived by his three children David, Jr., Matthew and Stephanie, all of Marin; his mother Jean Rose, of Tiburon; his two brothers John and Steve and their families; and his companion Maria. An education fund for the Hoffmire children has been established at Wells Fargo Bank, 1550 Tiburon Blvd., Tiburon, CA 94920. Donations may also be given to Doctors Without Borders, P.O. Box 5030, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5030, or a charity of your choice. The Service will be held at the Community Congregational Church on Rockhill Drive in Tiburon on Saturday, May 17th at 4:30 p.m.

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Published by Marin Independent Journal on May 15, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for David Hoffmire

21 Entries

Cameron Cook

May 29, 2008

I am very greatful for being able to play baseball for Dave, he made me the player I am today by sharing his passion and love for the game...god bless the Hoffmires

Cameron Cook

May 29, 2008

I played baseball for Dave Hoffmire, and I am extremely blessed to have played for such a great man who really showed me passion for baseball....Thanks Dave and god bless your family.

Melanie Hess

May 20, 2008

Dear Dave,

Seeing your picture propelled me back to the 1970s - I have not had any contact with you since our days at Del Mar and Redwood High, but I never forgot your handsome face, your smile and your laugh.

How unfortunate that only through reading your obituary was I able to get caught up with your life and accomplishments post-high school.
Life has taken me far from Marin but those days have helped shape who I am today. And I thank you for being a part of that.

My thoughts and heartfelt sympathy to your family and friends.
Lovingly remembered,

Melanie Hess

Mike & Liz Pinsker

May 18, 2008

We met Dave when he moved onto our street in Greenbrae. How I wish we had met him sooner, as in the short few years we knew him, each moment was memorable..he generously shared duck, tools and comical construction woes..we were building our houses at the same time, and will do what we can to help finish his dream house as he would have wanted.

james cook

May 17, 2008

super dave hoffmire thank you for many great baseball memories, thanks for coaching both my boys' an all your help, you will always be missed by are family jim, ken an cameron cook thank you an god bless

Steve Domecus

May 17, 2008

I'd like to thanks Dave for everything on the baseball field he's done for me. He was always there to help us out no matter how long we wanted to stay at the field. He will be missed and I wish him well in his next life.

Mary Morrison

May 17, 2008

Love and prayers to the family. My deepest sympathies.

Michael & Janet Brandt

May 17, 2008

To all those who shared in a love for David, sincere condolences as you share in his loss.

Sue R.N.

May 17, 2008

I felt privileged to care for Mr. Hoffmire when he came to Kaiser for treatment. I was so moved by his kindness and courage, but most of all I was touched by his love for his children. He lit up like a lamp when he talked of each of his children and how proud he was of them. My heart goes out to the loved ones of this special man.

Matt Endriss

May 17, 2008

Praying that the entire Hoffmire family find peace in this difficult time. Dave's spirited nature will continue on through those that had the opportunity to know him.

mark whitburn

May 17, 2008

Dave- A great guy who had kids best interests always in mind. Your contributions to so many will always be remembered. You have left a legacy for your own family to be proud of and you will never be forgotten. Thanks for all you have accomplished.

Ken Cook

May 16, 2008

Dave Hoffmire was my coach for a couple of years. Never have I ever had a coach as dedicated as Dave. He truely was a player's coach. I had the funnest years of my life playing baseball on Dave's team. He was a great man, and did a lot for his players and his community. I know he's in a better place, probably around the game. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family. He was a great man, and I will never forget him.

Teri Moylan

May 16, 2008

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family and most of all his children. May they find peace and strength through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Nancy Harvey

May 16, 2008

It is with my deepest sympathy for David's family and friends that he has passed away. He was much too young and will be missed. Blessings to his children, may their memories last forever.

Ed Morrison

May 15, 2008

Dave taught me how to throw a curveball. And he had a big heart. God Bless his Chi Chi soulful enlarging of hearts because that's one thing he did I know of.

Nancy Scholl Ahern

May 15, 2008

I met David at Tiburon preschool (when we were three years old) ... while my memory doesn't go back quite that far ... I do have vivid and fond memories of times during our youth ... back when all we pretty much were concerned with was having as much fun as possible.

David is among the kindnest people I have known. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to David Jr., Matt & Stephanie, to Jean, John & Steve, to Maria and to his best and closest buddies (buds).

lecellier laurent

May 15, 2008

Deepest sympathy to the familly

K Thompson

May 15, 2008

I met David through his long-time friend A.C. and although I've only known him for a short time, I felt I knew him quite well through A.C.'s stories (aka Chris). Best wishes to his lovely children

Mischa Mc Nab

May 15, 2008

I have had the pleasure of knowing Dave for only a short while,but Dave always made me feel like a life long friend.He was very proud of his kids and always spoke highly of them. He is a very special man and we are all lucky to have had the experience of sharing his smile that will always last with our memories of him.

Kathy Minghi-Jones

May 15, 2008

I had the pleasure of conducting business with Dave and his father John over the years in the Building & Safety Department of Marin County. Dave was a great contractor and a wonderful and proud father! He will be missed by a lot of people. My sympathy to his family is heartfelt.

Bridgette Choate

May 15, 2008

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Hoffmire family. I have enjoyed working with Dave through the years on his building projects. He will be missed by me as well as all of my co-workers who had the pleasure of working with him.

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