Robert J. Hoffman

Robert J. Hoffman obituary, Akron, OH

Robert J. Hoffman

Robert Hoffman Obituary

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Robert J. Hoffman, 72, passed away unexpectedly on July 27, 2024. Born in Youngstown, Ohio to Louie and Pat (Callahan) Hoffman, he resided in both Vienna and Uniontown most of his life. Rob was the owner and operator of Hairline Clinic for 24 years. An avid animal lover who had a great sense of humor, he enjoyed boating, going to Dano's as well as his cottage at Conneaut Lake, cooking, traveling with Pat and spending time with his family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Rob was preceded in death by his brother, Ed Hoffman. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 26 years, Pat; children, Jennifer Hoffman (Jon), David (Mindy) Hoffman, Susan (David) Kopsak, Steve Burwell, Bill Burwell; grandchildren, Emma, Allyssa, Aleia, Malachi, Stephen, Lily, Wyatt; sisters, Carol (Ted) Batchelder, Mary (Dale) Price, Chris Cremeans; several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to visit Tuesday, August 6, 2024 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Newcomer, Akron Chapel, 131 N. Canton Rd. Those who wish may make memorial donations in Rob's name to St. Jude’s Children's Research Hospital.


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