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Howard Hoffman Obituary
Born: May 19, 1938; in St. Charles, IL
Died: October 15, 2017; in Elgin, IL
Howard F. Hoffman, 79, of Hampshire passed away Sunday, Oct. 15, 2017 at Sherman Hospital in Elgin with his family at his side.
Howard was born May 19, 1938 in St. Charles the son of William and Edith (Olson) Hoffman. He was a member of the 1956 Class of Burlington Central High School. Howard married Bernice Henning on May 19, 1962 in the Trinity Lutheran Church in Huntley.
Howard was a truck driver for over 45 years for several different companies in the area. He loved to drive and enjoyed traveling and trips with the family. He was a longtime member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Huntley and had served as an usher.
He will be deeply missed by his family, wife, Bernice; daughters, Pamela (George) Cumpata of Elgin, Deborah (Keith) Nelson of Lakewood; two grandchildren, Tara and Jake Nelson; sister, Gloria (Virgil) Vogel; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Louella Hoffman; and a brother, Alvin (Mary Ann) Hoffman.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00am Thursday, Oct. 19 at Trinity Lutheran Church 11008 N Church Street in Huntley with a luncheon immediately following. Burial will be in the Hampshire Center Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church from 4:00 to 7:00pm and continues on Thursday at the church prior to services from 10:00 to 11:00.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church.
The Fredrick Funeral Home in Hampshire is assisting the family. Information (847)683-2711 or visit www.jamesaoconnorfuneralhome.com
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richard sweeney
October 21, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 20, 2017
Bea, Pam and Debbie and all of the Hoffman family, Gordy and I are deeply sadden by the passing of Howie. We are also sorry we could not be there for the funeral.
Howie brought joy into everyone he knew and Gordy and him where very good friends. Their birthdays only 5 days apart.
We know he is in good hands now. Looking down on us and laughing.
We send our sympathy and love.
Gordy and Sandy Schumacher
Bill Williamson
October 19, 2017
Debbie,
I am glad that I was able to make your dad's acquaintance. He really was a good guy, with an easy smile and a REALLY firm handshake! He adored his grandchildren and it was very obvious. I always considered it a pleasure to see and greet him (and your mother) when they would stop by the gym for drop-off or pick-up... or simply just to watch Tara. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Best regards,
-bw
Tina Robison
October 18, 2017
Your family are in my prayers, Debbie. I know how hard it is to lose a parent. If ever need to talk I am always here for you.
Ron and Lou Ann Jensen
October 18, 2017
Great friend
Kurt Begalka
October 18, 2017
Pam, my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Losing a loved one always is difficult. I wish you fond memories and God's peace.
October 18, 2017
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. Psalms 119:50,76
California*
October 17, 2017
Pam,
Saying goodbye to someone we love is heartbreaking. I hope you find comfort in all the special memories shared with your father.
Jeanine Woyner
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