John E. Hoff

John Edwin Hoff was welcomed into the glorious gates of heaven by his Lord and Savior on September 15th, 2024, at the age of 77. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones. John was born on July 21st,1947 to Erling and Barbara Hoff and was one of ten children. He graduated from Mora High School in 1965. After graduating high school, John went on to proudly serve his country in the Vietnam War. He then pursued a career in construction for 40 years and retired from McGough Construction. 

John had a love for the outdoors and enjoyed many fishing trips to Canada and hunting trips in Minnesota and Montana. John was an avid woodworker and crafted many beautiful pieces of furniture for family and friends. His masterpieces will forever be cherished and serve as a reminder of his labors of love and beautiful talent from his gifted hands. John met his loving wife and best friend of 25 years in a time where both of them were ready to find their forever love, and had many wonderful years full of cherished memories, laughter, and unwavering support and communication through all of their triumphs and tribulations. 

John will always be remembered for his kindness and ability to reach out and connect with people. He had a way of sharing his words of wisdom and just knowing when you needed him. His unwavering faith, passion for God, and his teachings guided his actions and shaped his life, and his ability to share that with others touched many and brought them closer to their own faith. He will be forever missed for his kindness, wisdom, and the love he showed to everyone whose lives he touched.

He is survived by his loving wife, Lynn; daughters, Kristie (Dan) Gutsue, Candi (Scott) Dale, Chasteen (Michael) Marx; 12 grandchildren; 2 great granddaughters; brothers, George, Craig (Susan); sisters, Deanna (Jeff) Carlson, Carrie Christensen, and many beloved nieces, nephews, family, and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Jeremia Lehner; brother, Jim; and sisters, Charlotte, Charlene, Rosemary, and Donna. 

The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude for all the loving care provided by the Ecumen Hospice team. We would especially like to thank his hospice nurse, Danielle, hospice aid, Sarahlee, social worker, Ashley, chaplain, Verna, and music therapist, Naomi.

A celebration of his life will be held at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Maranatha Church, 24799 Forest Blvd, Wyoming, Minnesota. The family will greet friends from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Interment at Calvary Cemetery, Forest Lake.