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Daniel HOFFMAN Obituary
Daniel "Hawk" Hoffman Sr.
SPRINGFIELD - Daniel "Hawk" Hoffman Sr., 73, of Springfield, passed away Friday, September 21, 2012, at his residence.
Daniel was born on July 3, 1939, in Springfield, the son of Joseph and Ida Etheridge Hoffman. He married Carol LeSeure on February 27, 1972.
He had worked for Barnaby Dental Lab and Paul Davis Dentist Office as a Dental Tech. Daniel then became a Deputy for the Sangamon County Sheriff's Department, retiring from the Sangamon County Civil Division. He was a member of the Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall.
He was preceded in death by two brothers: Joe and Tom Hoffman; and one sister, Mary Hoffman.
He is survived by his wife, Carol Hoffman of Springfield; his son, Daniel (Laurel) Hoffman Jr. of FL; two granddaughters, Cambri (James) Cooper and Brittney Hoffman, both of FL; four stepgrandchildren: Christopher, Sara, Keith and David; two sisters: Barbara Bartnick and Annie (Ron) Walsh, both of Springfield; three brothers, Mike (Sharron) Hoffman of FL, Paul (Karen) Hoffman of Washington, and Richard (June) Hoffman of NH; ex-wife, Margaret Parks of Springfield; several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Memorial Services will be at 4:00 p.m., Monday, September 24, 2012, at Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall, 4800 Old Jacksonville Rd., Springfield, IL.
No flowers or memorial contributions requested.
Ellinger-Kunz & Park Funeral Home, 530 N. 5th Street, Springfield, IL 62702 is charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel HOFFMAN
September 27, 2012
Carol
I will miss him. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you. Edna Fraqnklin
Lindsey Bench
September 26, 2012
CJ we were so sad to hear about Danny passing. I learned SO MUCH from him, he had a good heart and loved you dearly. He walked my youngest son Keegan (he called him Little 10 bears) and I down when I got married at LMGarden. He stepped in my my father was unable to be there. Hawk had a good heart, he was always there to help someone in need and not expect anything in return. A lesson he taught me that I will keep and pass down to my two boys. I know he will be missed by MANY PEOPLE, many that have moved away and unaware of him passing. I will keep you all in my prayers. I have SO MANY good pics of him at my wedding and you are in a few as well. If you would like copies, let me know , I will put them on a CD and send them to you...just let me know if any of you or the family would like to have them - there are some great ones of him smiling and laughing as he always did. I have SO MANY good memories of him. Take care, stay strong and if you need anything...Please let me know.
Lindsey (Bryan, Keegan and Kaleb) Bench
Dixie Morris
September 25, 2012
C.J., my prayers and thoughts are with you and all your loved ones. May the good Lord grant all of you peace and the strength to endure. Miss you.
Bill Thompson
September 24, 2012
My deepest sympathies to Danny's family. I was a childhood friend of Jim Harlan, the brother of his first wife, Margaret. Although I was a young boy,I recall helping him move his belongings to her home after he and Margaret married. I also recall them becoming parents to Danny Jr. I hadn't seen Danny since 1964 but for the few years I knew him, I always looked up to him and knew if I grew up to be like him, I would do well. He was a role model for me. Danny, I am so glad I knew you and Margaret.
David & Rose Price
September 24, 2012
Carol, Rose and I were very sad to hear Danny had passed away he was my work out buddy in the 70's he was a good friend and Brother we will sure miss him we look forward to seeing him shortly in the new system. Carol stay close to Jehovah we don't have long to wait you are in our prayers Love David and Rose
Carrie Adams
September 24, 2012
CJ, my dearest friend, may Dan rest in peace. I know these last few months have been really hard for you and Dan, you have both been in thoughts and prayers and you will both continue to be. I love you both very much, you have both been the most supportive, loyal friends a person could ask for. I will miss Dan's answering service LOL...But I will take care of you. I love you with all my heart.
Your Friend Carrie
Sue Ford
September 24, 2012
CJ and family, sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers go out to you
Susan and Tom Roth
September 24, 2012
Our deepest sympathies Carol and the Hoffman family. Dan and Carol, you have been the best friends and neighbors I have ever known. Will miss Dan for our over the fence chats and his words of wisdom and all his humorous stories. Really enjoyed the chicken egg prank you two played on me last year! All our love and prayers.
Patrick Weichert, Ph. D
September 23, 2012
I worked with Danny at the Sheriff's Department in the 70s. Danny is a good man and will be missed. I have fond memories of riding with him during my time as a Deputy
Ali DuBay
September 23, 2012
Uncle Hawk, I will never forget you in my heart .You have taught me alot in my young age ,you and Aunt CJ are so dear to me .My only Grandfather i had . I Will miss you dearly and love you forever. Aunt CJ I Love you with all my heart.I no he will watch over all of us. LOVE THE BOTH OF YOU. Ali DuBay [Shadow]
Denny and Chris Kirchgesner
September 23, 2012
To all the Family and Friends of Danny Hoffman,
We offer sincere condolences and sympathy.
We will remember hin and all of you in our prayers.
I went to St. Al's with Barb.
May Danny rest in Peace. Amen.
Chris Runnels
September 22, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bob Dunbar
September 22, 2012
Carol Im am sorry to see of Danny's passing. we had a lot of laughs and times. He will be missed.
Dorothy Ripka
September 22, 2012
RIP Uncle Danny! I am sure you are with the Big Spirit in the Sky! Carol and family- so sorry for your loss!
Gail Dessez
September 22, 2012
Carol, So sorry to hear of your loss. I'll always remember the way he made sure all of us kids smiled and laughed. This makes all of us look forward to the new system even more.
Love, Gail Price Dessez
ANNE WALSH
September 22, 2012
WILL MISS DANNYS GIFT OF GAB. I HOPE THERE IS A BETTER PLACE FOR HIM SOMETHING NO ONE OF US KNOWS ANYTHING ABOUT. HE ALWAYS DID A GOOD JOB WITH THE FAMILY REUNIONS. WILL MISS HIM.
Maribel Price
September 22, 2012
Carol Sorry to hear about Danny. I always remember his smile and sense of humor.Maribel Price
Larry & Jan Daugherty
September 21, 2012
Carol, we were so sorry to hear about Danny. He always had that bright smile that everyone liked. Please know that we love you & you are in our thoughts & prayers
Larry & Jan Daugherty
September 21, 2012
Carol, we are so sorry to hear about Danny. He always had that bright smile that people liked. Please know we love you & you are in our thoughts & prayers.
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