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Robert Hoffman Obituary
Born September 18, 1930, in Jersey City, NJ, he was the son of the late John Jacob Hoffman and Lillian Keeble Hoffman.
He served in the United States Navy from 1950 to 1954 during the Korean conflict. He attended Oglethorpe University and the Southern College of Pharmacy in Atlanta where he received the Merck Award as Outstanding Graduate in Pharmacy. He received a Master’s of Art in Higher Education from Clemson University in 1976. He was employed by Eli Lilly & Company for 31 years. After retiring in 1991, he founded Anderson Northside Counseling, where he specialized in short-term therapy. He was a lifelong member of the Masonic Order of Secaucus Hudson Lodge of New Jersey, and a member of the American Legion.
Surviving are his beloved wife of 51 years, Linda R. Hoffman of the home; one daughter, Lillian H. Bowers of Estill, and two sons, Robert J. Hoffman, Jr. of Columbia and Gregory Vance Hoffman of Atlanta.
Funeral services and interment will be at Grace Episcopal Church on McDuffie Street in Anderson, Wednesday, July 23 at 5:30 p.m. with a reception to follow at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Grace Episcopal Church or to the South Carolina Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.
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Donald Smith
July 25, 2008
Dear Mrs.Hoffman,
I worked for Merck for 25 years, most of which were spent in the Anderson area. Bob and I were friends for all that time.
I am saddened to hear of his passing.
He was a good man and helped me to
ger established in Anderson.
I will rember him and you in my prayers.
Senator Ed Tarver, District 22
July 24, 2008
Dear Mrs. Hoffman and Family,
It is with deepest sympathy that I write to extend my condolences to you and your family on the death of your loved one.
It is in times like these we must place our lives and hope in the welcoming arms and ears of Christ – who is well equipped to comfort and keep us during this difficult time.
With kind regards, I remain,
Very truly yours,
Claudia Robinson
July 23, 2008
Linda:
Please know that I share with you in your grief as you make the the adjustment to life without "Bob". Bob and I served on the board of the mental health association of Anderson County together. I'm sure there will be a void in your life as well as in everyone's life who knew him well. I pray that God will sustain you and the rest of your family at this difficult time.
Mary Anne Hammond
July 22, 2008
Linda & Family,
You have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved Bob. He was such a kind, funny and intelligent man. We will always remember the good times. We are blessed to have had him in our lives.
With love,
Mary Anne & Cliff Hammond
July 22, 2008
On behalf of the Oglethorpe University office of Alumni Relations, the university is deeply saddened by the loss of Robert. Please know that you are in our deepest thoughts and prayers during this time of need.
greta Jacobsen
July 20, 2008
My heart weeps with you all in the passing of a dear husband and Dad.
His passing was such a shock and I know you are all so devastated. Please know I care deeply about you and pray our gracious Lord will sustain you is these sad, sad times. You all will be forever in my prayers and thoughts.
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