Leah Josephine Hoffman

Our beloved Leah Josephine Hoffman went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 9th 2025. She was 3 weeks shy of 97 years of dedicated service to God, family and friends.
Leah was born September 30, 1928 to John A. and Murrile B. Hoffman in New Underwood, South Dakota the last of seven children. She often referred to the joy she had living her first years on the wheat farm before moving to Southern California.
She was active in high school sports, leadership roles and even learned theater make-up. Leah worked in Hollywood evenings, weekends and vacations as a TV make-up artist while getting most of her college education. She received her AA from Long Beach, CA City College. She later went on to receive her BA at the University of California. She taught 4 years in Downey, CA before moving to Anchorage, Alaska to teach in 1953 at North Star Elementary School as a 4th grade teacher. Later, she received her MA at the Alaska Methodist University.
Leah taught in various capacities in elementary school as well as being a librarian. She finished the last 8 years of her career at Bartlett High School, retiring in 1980. Leah's mother said she was born to be a teacher. It definitely was the love of her life.
Besides teaching, Leah was active in her church, Salvation Army, PEO and helped with countless fundraisers. Leah was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Anchorage for many decades and in later years was one of the founders of the Redeemer United Reformed Church in South Anchorage. She also enjoyed, skiing, golfing and a myriad of family and friend activities. Leah had circles of friends in all walks of life. Above all Leah was a kind and compassionate person. She will be remembered for her big hugs, warm smile, generous spirit and love for Christ.
Leah is survived by many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers Leah would appreciate a donation to The Salvation Army. A memorial and celebration of life will be held at a later date.