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Gary Hoffer Obituary
Gary C. Hoffer passed away peacefully Jan. 12, 2025 in his home in Mitchel, South Dakota.
He was born Dec. 30, 1969, to Sharon L. (Hoffer) Hards and the late Gary N. Hoffer.
He is survived by his wife, Rita Hoffer of South Dakota; two children, Jeffery Hoffer of Napoleon and Krystal L. Hoines of South Dakota; his mother and stepfather, Charles Hards Jr.; his brother and sisters, Kathleen Schieber of Wauseon, Ohio, Angela and Timothy Kelley of North Carolina, Lindsey Heath and Mike Donnet of Liberty Center, David Waddington of Arizona, Lee Emmeric of Holgate; and two grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a brother, William A. Waddington III of Wauseon, Ohio; brother-in-law, Guy D. Schieber of Wauseon; and cousin, David King of South Dakota; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was loved by many and will be missed by lots. He loved music and going to concerts, Harley-Davidson apparel and cooking for his family.
Visitation will be held at First Baptist Church of Napoleon (Lagrange Street) Saturday, Jan. 18 from 1-3 p.m., with services at 3 p.m. and a dinner to follow.
Donations to cover final expenses are welcomed and can be made to Brittner Funeral Home, 805 W. Havens Av., Mitchell, South Dakota, 57301.
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Melissa (Waddington)Henderson
January 14, 2025
Oh Gooey, you will be missed by so many. You have the warmest heart of anyone I've been blessed to know. Give your brother love from me and please behave up there once you two are reunited. Love to your momma, your children, and sisters. Rest easy, Pal. You've fought hard here. Until we meet again.
Jessica Hall
January 14, 2025
Rest Easy Gary!! You were a great guy who will be missed by many.. But you can rest easy now my friend and enjoy the the ride into the afterlife.. I bet the view is amazing.. Give Heaven some Hell (but not too much) and I will see ya on the other side...
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