Gregory C. "Slick" Hoffman Sr.

HOFFMAN Mr. Gregory C. "Slick" Hoffman, Sr., born March 9, 1937, a native of Metairie, LA and resident of Independence, LA, suddenly passed away at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA, Tuesday morning, May 18, 2010, at age 73. Greg attended St. Catherine of Sienna Catholic School in Metairie, LA. Greg lived a gallant life. He was the rock of his family and never turned his back on others. His legacy will live on in the lives of those left behind. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was a proud member of IBEW Local 130 and although an electrician by trade enjoyed tinkering with small engines and automobiles and was the best fix-it man around. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 52 years, Margie Devenport Hoffman; his father, Philip J. Hoffman, Sr., mother, Alma Strauss Hoffman; brother, Philip J. Hoffman, Jr., and sisters: Alice Hoffman Heikamp and Shirley Mae Hoffman. He is survived by his beloved son Gregory Charles Hoffman, Jr. and his wife Sharon, and his devoted daughters, Christine H. Ragas and her husband John, Suzanne H. Ruch and her husband Jerry, and Rebecca H. Jones and her husband Donnie. He is also survived by his loving grandchildren: Chris and his wife Rachel, William and his wife Giuliana, Tara, Ashley, Bobby, Greg III, Jessica, Shelbi, Courtni, Megann, Bradlee, Alex and Christian. Greg; also leaves behind his precious great-grand-children: Bryce, Taylor, Ryan, Donovan, Harley, Lane, Brayden and Sophia. Also survived by loving sister-in-law, Dianne D. Cox and her husband, Danny; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and family members whose lives will forever be enriched by his memory. "Although we walk this earth in search of the truth, a better place with those whom have gone before us await with open arms to welcome us home." In His holy name we pray. Amen. John and Christine Ragas. Family, friends and members of IBEW Local 130 are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Harry McKneely Funeral Home, Hammond, LA on Saturday, May, 22, 2010 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. with a Catholic Service at 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Cancer Society, specified for Breast Cancer Research. An on-line guest book is available at www.harrymckneely.com.