William M. Hoffman

William M. Hoffman MARSHFIELD William M. "Bill", of Marshfield, MA, and formerly of New Britain, CT, November 8, 2008. Beloved son of the late Karl and Regina (Weiss) Hoffman. Devoted father of Kate Hoffman-Hacker and her husband Edward of Canton, GA, and Karl Hoffman of Quincy. His former wife but, forever friend, Diane K. (Kirby) Hoffman. Loving grandfather of his pride and joy William Hacker. Brother of Beatrice Weissman of MD, and the late Ruth Hollander, Faye Litter and Leon Hoffman. Bill also leaves behind his dear friend, companion and long time partner, Elizabeth Munroe, who helped make his last years wonderful years, and many nieces and nephews whom he loved like his own children. A Graveside Service will take place on Tuesday, November 11, at the Beth Alom Cemetery, 46 Allen St., New Britain, CT at 1 p.m. Relatives and friends invited. Donations in his name may be made to the American Heart Assoc., 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Late Navy Veteran of WWll. Bill was a well known radio personality and was "The Voice of the Mountains" broadcasting ski reports to over 300 radio stations in the United States and Canada. Along with being a radio personality, Bill was a popular travel writer, producer and pilot. Bill was a unique, engaging, and very special person who made an impact on all he met. Funeral arrangements are from the Maurice W. Kirby Funeral Home, 210 Winthrop St., Winthrop, MA. For guestbook, go to www.mauricekirbyfh.com