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Douglas Hoffman Obituary
Douglas C. Hoffman, 54, a Pennsylvania Auto Racing Legend, of Allentown, died Monday, December 24, 2012 in his home. He was the husband of Gena L. (Schock) Hoffman. The couple celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary last November 24th. Born in Allentown, October 30, 1958, Doug was the son of the late Charles F. and Joan E. (Hippert) Hoffman. Doug began his racing career at the former Dorney Park Speedway winning in his 5th start. During his 32 year career, he won an unprecedented 482 feature wins and 25 Championship Titles at 40 different tracks in nine states and two Canadian provinces. Doug won the NASCAR Northeast Regional Championship in 2004. His prized achievement in auto racing occurred in 1996 when he won the Super DIRT Week, Fays 300 in Syracuse, New York. From 2005-2011 he was the promoter of the Mahoning Valley Speedway in Lehighton and this past year promoted his favorite race track, Bridgeport Speedway, in Swedesboro, New Jersey. Doug owned and operated DCH Trucking, LLC for the last 9 years. Survivors: In addition to his wife, Gena; daughter, Joette A. Hoffman of East Stroudsburg; stepdaughter, Skye L. Michael, of Allentown; granddaughter, Mattie Vorhis of East Stroudsburg; brothers, Michael F. Hoffman of New Tripoli, David W. Hoffman of Florida, Donald C. Hoffman of Allentown, Keith J. Hoffman, of Whitehall. Services: Family and friends may pay their respects from 1 to 8 p.m., Friday, December 28, 2012, in the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., 4906 Route 309, Schnecksville, PA. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Private interment will follow the service at Union Church Cemetery, Neffs. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com Contributions: In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Checkered Flag Fan Club (Injured Drivers Fund) c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box # 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196.
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Memories and Condolences
for Douglas Hoffman
Wishbone
December 21, 2024
Tiger
December 21, 2023
Me VS you Doug 1976/donuts and fishtailing out of Parkland!!!!!!!!peace brotherr snout / from wishbone
Tige
December 23, 2022
Tige
December 23, 2022
Tige
December 23, 2022
Tige
December 23, 2022
We were real racers/ chevy vs ford / I wanted to race you again snout/ your best buddy wishbone
Wishbone
December 21, 2021
Wishbone
December 21, 2021
Timber-Gray Kolsun-Draper
May 24, 2021
Meeting Doug in 1980 at Bridgeport NJ lead me on a path to race. I'd go to the pits after each race from 80-89. He always took time to talk with me, from engines to car bodies, he never seemed like I was a bother. Best time was my birthday and he gave me a crew jacket for my 12th birthday.
I met his parents and daughter Joette, loved seeing them nearly every weekend!!
I've sinced moved to England just shy of 20 yrs, life moved on and friends like Doug, got lost in time. I regret this so much and the pain is so intense!!
Always a Top Racer, Gentleman, Great Father, and Excellent Friend.
Always missing you.
Bill Gallagher
December 21, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. You Are Missed. Rest In Peace
Mike Wasko
December 21, 2020
Snout/ its wishbone / I still want to race you again like we did in high school / my mr dorney mustang vs your ss chevelle 396 4speed / you were so busy shifting and fishtailing that I couldnt complete a decent donut! We were entertainers to the highest level/ I will see you someday your my racer x
Bill gallagher
December 21, 2019
Sorry for your loss
stephen vaughn
December 28, 2013
It is hard to believe you have been gone a year already.you are missed but nit forgotten.
December 28, 2013
you are so missed by the millington family rest in peace
Nancy Green
December 27, 2013
Bob and I celebrated your life with some very special people on Christmas Eve. We told stories of the many great times we shared together over the years. It was a hard couple of days for us.....knowing how difficult the last few weeks of your life must have been just one year ago. We will never forget the laughs and all the silly things we did together. The pet store, vacations, festivus for the rest of us, awful Waffle House, the library, the year you decided you wanted to learn how to dance, karaoke, sweats garage....I could go on and on. Thank you friend for the great memories. Thank you for your generosity and for your friendship. We miss you very much and think of you every day. Bob and I often sit in the garage and reminisce about the past and how much fun we had together. Rest well....your memory lives on in our hearts. Miss you.
Debbie Egolf
December 26, 2013
Merry Christmas in heaven. You will never be forgotten your neighbor Debbie.
April
December 26, 2013
One year since you passed and what a year. There is not a day goes by that you haven't crossed my mind. Racing isn't the same but as life goes on we must go on too. I know you are at peace and that is great, you deserve that. You have the best seat at the track.
JJ
December 26, 2013
Miss him dearly! RIP my friend!??
Donna & charles Waltrick
December 25, 2013
It has been a year and you have been in our thought every day. We miss you! Hope you found peace. Love Charles and Donna Waltrick you sister and brother In law! Merry Christmas we have been thinking about you! You were great and we miss you!
Peggy Davis
March 22, 2013
So shocked and sorry to hear that Doug has passed away. He was always one of my favorite drivers. My prayers go out to his family. God Bless and RIP Doug ^j^
March 9, 2013
Still trying to figure out how to go on without you love ya
February 14, 2013
Two months into the new year, soon racing season starts. The only hurt to all of this you won't be there, in spirit yes . Class act all the way.you had time. For your fans and you didn't. Think you we're better. Our loss heavens gain. Love for. You always.
D
February 13, 2013
Fans think of some one who gets lapped while running mid pack as a 'back marker', yeah I got lapped but it was the BEST seat in the house to watch a race and seeing the 60 on the inside of ya was cool. Doug was CLASS on and off the track.
Be carful up there Doug, I hear Mike Grbac loves to jump the starts!
January 25, 2013
It has been a month since you have been gone and you are so missed we will never forget you and all the great times we all had together we love you and we will always love you . You were always my favorite
Deborah Egolf
January 24, 2013
You will be missed so much Doug. I'll miss waving to you in my car as I go by your house to my house. It's been my honor to have you as a neighbor. Skye I am so sorry for your loss.
john (elvis) kroninger
January 23, 2013
my prayers are with all of the hoffmans family to my old friend dave i am so sorry for your loss
Sandy & Keith Klein
January 21, 2013
RIP Doug You rocked in the world of racing. You where one of the BEST!!!!
You will be missed.
Nanny Green
January 21, 2013
Miss him at our Friday night Pet Store visits. Miss the laughs so very much.
Podolak Racing.
January 10, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Thanks for the memories! RIP
January 9, 2013
Bridgeport 2012
January 9, 2013
Bekki Baumann
January 7, 2013
Skye and Family,
Skye, I am so sorry you and your family are going through this. Please cherish your memories and know he is at peace. Call if you need anything.
Roger & Debbie Egolf
January 5, 2013
To Doug"s family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Doug. We were shocked to see your obituary. You were a great neighbor and person. Gena, call if you need anything.
ED RITTER
January 4, 2013
I was shocked to hear of Dougs passing . I seen Doug race at Nazareth evey sunday night . the 60 over he won a lot on . GOD BLESS YOU . GOD BLESS DOUGS FAMILY.
Bob Pascoe
January 3, 2013
No words, just alot of checkered flag memories. Thanks and RIP Doug.
Gordon, Carol, Cole, & Ryan Kinsey
January 2, 2013
Dear Gena and Family, Our heartfelt sympathies go out to you. We're thinking of you at this sad time.
Linda Burkhardt
January 2, 2013
My heart sank when I read of Doug's passing in the key room at Parkland. Although our paths rarely crossed since our initial meeting, I recall the warmth and laughter always conveyed by Doug and you. May God keep you in His embrace and may you be comforted by the many thoughts and prayers sent your way. Linda Burkhardt
brian johnson
January 1, 2013
One of the best drivers I had ever seen. God speed doug.
January 1, 2013
Dear Hoffman Family,
May loving memories bring you strength,
comfort,and peace. R.I.P. Doug.
Eldon and Brenda Henrichs
Pocatello, Idaho
December 31, 2012
Beverly & I extend our deepest sympathy to all of the Hoffman family for your lose. We have many fond memories that go way back. Please accept our prayers and condolences.
The Bates Family, Scott, Beverly, Matthew, Lauren, Chelsy, & Brian
Todd Lewis
December 31, 2012
Thanks for all you did for racing. God bless your family at this time
Gloria and Paul Rutherford
December 30, 2012
Gena & Family,
Sorry we couldn't be there in person to offer our condolences. You were in our thoughts and prayers. Doug was one of those very "Special" people in the Rutherford Family's lives. We will miss him terribly. Giving thanks for the memories.
December 30, 2012
To The Families of Douglas Hoffman
Sending you prayers at this time of sorrow; May God Bless you and yours. Tom and Faye Smith Foulk
SEAN TRINKLE
December 30, 2012
R.I.P DOUG
Smooth and Joanne Price
December 30, 2012
Smooth and I send our condolences to the whole Hoffman family. Gena our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Doug will be greatly missed. Smooth and Joanne
Frank and Vickie Fehlinger
December 30, 2012
Hoffman Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy. Know you have a special angel watching over you. Godspeed
December 30, 2012
Hoffman Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am in total shock upon hearing of Doug's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
Thanks,
Bob Caramella And Family
David Wendling
December 30, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John Shive
December 30, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
DARYL GEIGER
December 30, 2012
RIP DOUG HOFFMAN
Karen Paul
December 29, 2012
Hoffman Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am in total shock upon hearing of Doug's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
Pat Davis
December 29, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hoffman family.
Scott Davis & family
Carol Williams
December 29, 2012
Gena and Family my sincere sympathy and prayers are with you.Doug was a great person. Always a smile when ever I'd see him. May you find peace in knowing he is in the arms of his heavenly family. God Bless!!
Andy Barbieri
December 29, 2012
I had the privilege to get too know Doug when he was one of the Olsen factory drivers along with Brett, he was a good man, great driver and a true champion. My deepest condolences to his family. Rest in peace Doug.
lisa hummell and family
December 29, 2012
Gena and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Doug was a wonderful man.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carl Noble
December 29, 2012
we have sadly lost a racing legend and the heavenly kingdom has gained a champion!! my heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Hoffman family. RIP Doug, you are sadly missed and a true legend and champion!!!!
Kelly (Brandon) Santee
December 29, 2012
Doug will be greatly missed by all that knew him. I remember when I was a little girl taking a diet coke to Doug after every race. He is the reason I love dirt racing as much as I do and he will forever be in my heart.
To Gena and the Hoffman family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please remember he is in heaven looking over all of you.
60 over forever!!!
Ruthann Torres
December 29, 2012
RIP Doug ...I remember when u drove for Sal in the Overhead Door Car - you will be greatly missed.....
Elmer Burd
December 29, 2012
R.I.P. Doug. You will be missed. Burd Motorsports
Lori
December 29, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the Hoffman family. It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through. He will truly be missed
Bob Calsetta
December 29, 2012
A great racer and good friend
JAMIE WRIGHT
December 29, 2012
SO SOORY WE LOST YOU dOUG WE RAN TOGETHER A FEW TIME SO SORRY
Brittany (Horning) Kohler
December 29, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the Hoffman family, you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
December 29, 2012
doug will be greatly missed but never forgotten by all of us who knew him thru racing,
December 29, 2012
Dear Gena, my deepest sympathies on your loss and my prayers go out to you and your entire family. Doug will be greatly missed and God is waving the Checkered Flag for him as he enters Heaven.
God Bless,
Rich Hobatuk
December 29, 2012
Gena and Skye,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you. May fond memories get you through this difficult time and may God's love and peace comfort you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you both.
Bob & Linda Wagner
Fogelsville
Mike Eckhart
December 29, 2012
Some times the race of life is the tuffest to beat but you gave it one heck of a ride to do what you love in life and rise to the top is awsome. Sad to see you go Thanks for what you done REST WELL CHAMP
Danny Curnell Racing # 721
December 29, 2012
May The Lord bless all the Hoffman Family in time of need . Peace Be with you Doug Hoffman the best mod racer ever .
Matthew Williams
December 29, 2012
Doug you will be greatly miss. Gena I am sorry for your loss. He was a good man and he will always be remembered on the track as well as off the track.
Jane (Van Horn) Riddle
December 29, 2012
My condolences to Doug's family, friends, and fans. Doug and I were never friends, but it is a shame to lose such a talented race driver.He will be sadly missed by the Dirt Racing World.
Ted Schmidt
December 29, 2012
Godbye to one of the legends of the local racing scene. Thank you for the memores, first as a driver then later as a promoter. I will remember Doug Hoffman as a savior of at least two local speedways as he brought both Mahoning Valley and Bridgeport back from the brink. Thamk you for all the memories, Doug. My thoughts and prayers are with Doug;s friends and families during thsi difficult time.
Sue Kralick Bilheimer
December 29, 2012
My sincere condolences to the Hoffman Family.I am so sad to here of Dougs passing.I went to school with Doug, class of 76, i never forgot him, always kept up with him and his racing career, he will truly be missed. Sue Kralick
Robert Thibou
December 29, 2012
R.I.P. Doug, Many fond memories
Bruce Dissinger
December 29, 2012
Rest easy Doug, I will miss you. Thoughts prayers and sympathy to the entire Hoffman family.
RUBY & JOHN GOEHRIG
December 29, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Bruce & Margaret Kindberg
December 29, 2012
Our thoughts are with the entire Hoffman family. Doug will be missed by everyone
Charles Waltrick
December 29, 2012
My heart is so heavy and I do not know what to say but I was honored to know and love this great man and it was a great honor to have him in our family. Rest In Peace. My heart and thoughts are with all. Still can not find the words.
DAVID & ROSE TIMBERMAN
December 28, 2012
THEY'LL NEVER BE ANOTHER .60 OVER.
Bob Iles
December 28, 2012
Goodbye to a legend. Whether you were a fan of Doug or not, you can not deny that he was one of the very best to ever pilot a modified. So sad that he had to leave us so soon, as he had so much left to give to the sport we all love. Rest in peace, Champ.
Roger & Debbie Egolf
December 28, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to the Hoffman family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michael and Roni Grim and Family
December 28, 2012
Condolences to Doug's family, friends, and fans. Praying you find peace and comfort during this difficult time.RIP 60over
Rev. Kevin Westcott
December 28, 2012
Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Doug from all of us at the Finish Line Chaplain Ministry. Our prayers are with you as the peace of God comforts you.
Tim & Sharon O'Neill
December 28, 2012
Lots of great racing memories with Doug! Rest in Peace. My sincere condolences to the entire Hoffman family during this very difficult time.
Race Fan
December 28, 2012
Great Racer and great promoter no doubt. But after Bridgeport Speedway collected supplies for the victims of huricane Sandy, I will most remember Mr. Hoffman as a great person.
My thoughts are with his family, friends and Bridgeport Speedway Staff.
Rich & Cheryl Swangler
December 28, 2012
Gena,Skye and the Hoffman family we had lots of wonderful memories in the garage,Windsor and Bridgeport and lots of other tracks with the Leach#99 and the 60 over. Doug was the best. May all of the memories somehow help to get through the difficult times.RIP Doug gone but never forgotten.
Jan (Leitgeb) Gaumer
December 28, 2012
RIP Cousin. Gena and the rest of the Hoffmans very sorry for your loss.
Michael & Denise Schantzenbach
December 28, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family in this difficult time. He will be remembered as one of the best race car drivers in the Northeast.
jeanne hartman
December 28, 2012
Please accept my sincere condolences to Dougs` family and close friends. Doug was a class act. He was my favorite modified driver in Flemington. Second only to the late great Al tasnady. And thats saying ALOT. You will be missed Doug. Thanks for all the great memories. And may you RIP.
Bob Hummer
December 28, 2012
My deepest condolences to the Hoffman family on the loss of Doug. He was a true gentleman and very respected wherever he was.His talent as a race car driver was unbelievable. May the cherished memories he leaves behind give comfort through this difficult time . R.I.P. Doug
Reading Fairgrounds racing historical society
December 28, 2012
Our Deepest Sympathy.
December 28, 2012
Always a pro on friday nights at East Windsor Sppedway...you will be missed
Richie Smith
December 28, 2012
Doug was as hard of a competitor as anyone I ever raced against and yet a true gentleman everywhere else. He and I had our little get togethers on the track but never let them get between the friendship. Our deepest condolences to his entire family in this difficult time. May you rest in peace my friend. Gone but not forgotten.
Tim Musser
December 28, 2012
Doug was an great person and he will be missed .R.I.P. friend
Woody George
December 28, 2012
Doug's passing is a real shocker. Hard to take & hard to believe . My best memories with him are through trucking . What a Great Guy . Really liked to just sit & talk with Doug when we had the time . there's much I could go on about , but The most important thing I think I can say now is , His Family was always somewhere in any conversation . A Great Racer / Promoter, Yes . But at heart a great friend who always had the time to know you . Thanks Doug .
Arlene Lohrman
December 28, 2012
Well my Husband has another racing buddy in heaven to talk too.Doug and my husband where good friends.RIPArlene
Felipe Vazquez
December 28, 2012
It's been a pleasure racing with you Doug. Rip
Lawrence Goldberg
December 28, 2012
Gena,
To you and your family my deepest condolence,I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts. As is each of us at Parkland who you touched as well.
Jan Paxson
December 28, 2012
I am lost for words to say how I feel about Dougs passing. My heart is extremely heavy and I pray for all of the Hoffman family.
Doug has touched so many peoples lives because he is so generous and loyal. I personally think he is funny we always always laughed every time we were together. I will forever cherish all of the memories I have with Doug!
Gena and Skye with the support of your close friends and family I am here to help you through this very difficult time. My love and support for the both of you will never stop.
With all of my love,
JJ
Nate Correll
December 28, 2012
My deepest sympathies to entire family... I can't imagine how devastating it must be, especially at this time of year. As for his racing family, and friends like myself that had the opportunity to know or work with him personally, it comes as an unbelievable shock and he will be greatly missed! R.I.P. Doug...
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