Steven J. Hoffman

Steven J. Hoffman, age 70, life resident of Altmar, passed away Tuesday at his home. Steven was born December 18, 1954, in Syracuse, the son of George and Helen Karaszewski Hoffman. He graduated from APW High School in 1972. He served in the United States Navy on the USS Blueback SS581 submarine from 1973 until 1974. Steven was married for 50 years to his wife, Kathleen Welch Hoffman on March 15, 1975. He was employed by Carrier Corp for 26 years. He later worked for Sugar Shack water delivery, and he was a beloved bus driver for the APW school district. He was most recently employed by Brinks Security.

Steven was a proud naval veteran and member of the CNY Subvets organization. Steven had a passion for building, from intricate model trains and cars to restoring classic automobiles. He also enjoyed carpentry and proudly shared his model train display with family and friends. Above all, Steven was a devoted family man who loved his family more than anything.

Steven is survived by his wife, Kathleen, two children Chad (Rhonda) Hoffman of Altmar and Andrea (Ash Yalew) Hoffman of Buffalo, grandchildren, Cassidy Hoffman, Austin Hoffman, Alena Hoffman, Blake Hoffman and Aidan Schmeling, siblings George (Yukiko) Hoffman of Oswego, Gloria Hoffman of Pulaski and Helene (Mark) Riley of Florida. Steven was predeceased by his brother, Ed Hoffman.

Funeral service will be held at noon Monday, August 25th at Foster-Hax Funeral Home, 52 Park Street, Pulaski with a burial in Riverside Cemetery, Altmar. Calling hours will be held from 10a.m. to noon Monday, prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Steven's memory may be made to CNY Subvets, Attn: David Strong, 267 CR 23A, West Monroe, NY 13167.