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Jeffrey HOFMANN Obituary
Jeffrey "Jeff" Hofmann
SPRINGFIELD - Jeffrey "Jeff" Hofmann, 60, of Springfield, died at 9:05 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at St. John's Hospice.
Jeff was born June 24, 1952 in St. Louis, MO, the son of Frank and Maureen Hofmann. He married Mary Supranowich on June 9, 1978 in St. Louis, MO.
Jeff earned his Bachelor's Degree in Communications from the University of Missouri in St. Louis. He began his broadcasting career in Cape Girardeau, MO and then worked in the Belleville, IL area before moving to Springfield. Jeff has been with Sports Radio 1450 since 1998...this time. He originally came to Springfield in 1981 and worked for 1450 WCVS until 1990. He then left to work for United Cerebral Palsy Land of Lincoln. In 1998, he returned to Sports Radio 1450 for his second tour of duty.
He was preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Hofmann of Springfield; daughter, Kate Hofmann of Springfield; mother, Maureen Hofmann of St. Louis, MO; siblings, Karen (Frank) Judge, Kathy (Frank) Burson, Jim Hofmann, and Jack (Mary) Hofmann; brothers-in-law, Ken Supranowich and Tim (Donna) Supranowich; sisters-in-law, Barb Shreckengost and Ann (Bob) Canavan; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Cremation will be accorded by Butler Cremation Tribute Center following ceremonies.
Visitation: Family will receive friends from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 19, 2013 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. Visitation will begin with a prayer service at 5:00 p.m.
Funeral Mass: 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 2119 N. 20th St., Springfield with Rev. Msgr. David S. Lantz, celebrant.
A private family inurnment will be held at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey HOFMANN
April 23, 2013
Mary, I am sure my name will not ring a bell with you but my husband worked with Jeff at the radio station many years ago. Warren Pond, He also passed away to cancer at the age of 50. He really enjoyed working with Jeff. He broadcast on WFMB at the same time that Jeff was on WCVS. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
~Gail
April 23, 2013
I met Jeff when I joined the on-air staff of WCVS in 1989. He impressed me with his warm, personable demeanor while being the consummate broadcast pro. I enjoyed many conversations with Jeff, including the welcoming of Kate by he and Mary into their hearts and home. Jeff shared his new involvement with UCP and reminded me why I and others should continue support for families affected by CP. Jeff was a knowledgeable and caring friend. I appreciate that he took time to speak to his colleagues and be an advisor and listener. My condolences to Mary and Kate, the Hofmann family and those who were touched by Jeff's life.
See ya later, Jeff!~Great show!
Rosemary & Tom Beam
April 22, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Claudia Pruitt
April 21, 2013
Dear Mary,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sharon Whalen
April 20, 2013
In a world where many are self absorbed Jeff always had time to take your call, was always ready with a joke to share and made his work look easy. It was good knowing him. My condolences to his friends at the station and of course to his family.
Mary Meisner
April 20, 2013
Truly an inspiring man who helped pave the way for many families of children with special needs. You are in my prayers.
April 20, 2013
Mary and Kate, I am so sorry to hear about Jeff. Know that he is no longer suffering and is resting in peace with our Dear Lord.
Mabel Martin
Sherman, Il.
April 20, 2013
Sent Jeff an e-mail after he first became ill. I told him I could hardly wait to hear the dulcet tones of his voice on the air asap. He sent back a kind reply, which was just what I expected of him. Always a nice guy to me, whether on the air or running into him in person. I will miss him. Rob Van Meter
Ed Kienzler
April 20, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss-RIP Jeff!!!
Larry Davis
April 20, 2013
What a nice man...RIP
Shannon & Larry johnson
April 19, 2013
Mary, Kate and all the Hofmanns,
The grace Jeff showed in his battle was inspirational. He was a courageous man.
Jeff will forever be remembered and missed. Rest in peace Jeff.
Blake Handley
April 19, 2013
I am sorry for your loss your husband and father was a great man. I loved listening to him on the radio and at church. He had a unique voice that was great for the radio. My prayers go out to your family.
Blake Handley
April 19, 2013
So sorry for your loss your husband and father was a great man. I loved listening to him on the radio and at church. He will be sadly missed by many my prayers go out to your family.
Lynell Loftus
April 19, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss, Jeff, interviewed me several times along with Sam. I will remember his caring and compassionate nature and his warm, and contagious smile.
April 19, 2013
Katie, So sorry for your Dad's passing. Remember the good times. My prayers are with you.
(co-worker) Donna Spencer
April 19, 2013
You'll be greatly missed here at the station Jeff.
Carla Blakley
April 19, 2013
Mary and Kate
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family from work will be here for you if you need anything. Our prayers are with you and your whole family.
Joe & Cathi Inendino
April 19, 2013
We are so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. Jeff was always a ray of sunshine when you talked to him in person and on the phone. He will be missed by all of his friends, family and radio audience.
Les Vann
April 19, 2013
A great name in Springfield broadcast history.....R.I.P.
Les Vann
Savannah, Ga
April 19, 2013
Mary & Family,
so sorry for your loss. Jeff was always nice kind to us at St. Aloysius. You are in our prayers.
Old Neighbors from Selkirk Rd.
Joe & Monica Maggio
Stephanie Markou George
April 19, 2013
A great radio voice has been silenced. May his memory be eternal.
Pat Hymes
April 19, 2013
Mary, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
AM Springfield Listener
April 19, 2013
Morning drives to work won't be the same without hearing his voice alongside Sam and Paul. Prayers go out to his family.
Gayla Anders
April 19, 2013
Mary,
I am sorry for your loss, keeping you in my prayers. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow
April 19, 2013
Jeff was such an amazing guy and had such a huge heart and a great loss! He will be missed. Prayers are with your family.
Don and Linda Schneider
April 19, 2013
Mary - Don and I were so sad to hear of Jeff's passing. He was a good friend to Don for so many years at the radio station. I know he will be greatly missed by his listening audience. May your memories comfort you at this time. Linda and Don Schneider
Marcia Ross
April 19, 2013
Mary and Kate: So sorry to hear about Jeff's passing. You and the rest of your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Russ and Cathy Milby
April 19, 2013
Jeff was such a great guy in numerous ways. We always enjoyed talking with Jeff at the Sports Radio events and will miss him greatly. May he rest in peace. Heartfelt sympathy to the family.
Angelina Bagaglio
April 19, 2013
Mary and family; you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sherry Rath
April 19, 2013
Mary & Katie... So very very sorry for your loss! Just know now that Jeff is in a better place and can rest in peace, pain free. I know how hard this has been for you both! Hugs and Prayers always...
April 19, 2013
A former listener of Jeff in the day on WCVS and was a great person to listen too. Prayers and thoughts are with the family during this time of sorrow.
Former WCVS Listener...
Betsy Moore
April 19, 2013
Mary, Kate, and the entire Hoffman Family,
Jeff was such an incredible man! I worked with Jeff through the years, and he was always so engaging, compassionate, friendly, patient and helpful. He will be missed. My heart goes out to you all.
April 19, 2013
To the Hoffman family-- Working with Jeff from time to time and getting to know him, he was always a kind and knowledgable man who cared greatly for his family and friends. He will be missed much for his personality, his caring for people and excellent radio talent.
Larry Stuffle
Joe Coffey
April 19, 2013
Thank you to Jeff for years of service to our community. Jeff's voice helped wake us, inform us, and entertain us over the years. Many thanks to his family for sharing him with us over the years. Thoughts and prayers going out to them all at this difficult time. bless you all.
I'll be thinking of his WFMB family as well as they've lost a colleague and friend.
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