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Joanne Hoffman Obituary
Joanne Antoinette Hoffman (nee Yakamavich) was baptized into the hope of Christ's resurrection, July 15, 2023.
She was the beloved wife of William R. Hoffman; loving mother of Laura (Chad) Hirschman, Amy (Mike) Knobbe, Sarah (Matthew) Greb; cherished Grammy of Emma Hirschman, Benjamin, Lillian, Gianna, Ezekial and Elias Knobbe, and Andrew, Kaitlyn and Bryden Greb; sister of Joseph (Mary) Yakamavich and Mary Ann Wandling; sister-in-law of Carol (Mike) Klei and Pamela Gulley. She was preceded in death by parents, Mary (nee Kohut) and Joseph Yakamavich; and granddaughter, Regina "Poppy" Knobbe; adored daughter-in-law, aunt, godparent and dearest friend to many.
Visitation will be at Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry Road, on Wednesday July 19, 4 to 7 p.m. Funeral Mass at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Columbia, Ill., will be Thursday, July 20, at 12:30 p.m. Interment with military honors at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Life Network of Southern Illinois or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital appreciated.
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Bonnie Richardson
July 19, 2023
Dear Bill and daughters, it saddens me to hear that Joanne has left us. We were very good friends in Nursing School, and kept in touch on Facebook and phone calls. May she test in peace.
Deb Griggs
July 19, 2023
Joanne was a wonderful lady that I was privileged to work with at St. Anthony's. She always put her patients first and was there for their families. My deepest condolences to her family and all of her friends. RIP Joanne.
Carol Gaither
July 19, 2023
Such a sweet lady..met Joanne at a ICS church event and felt like I knew her for years. So sorry for your loss, Bill. You two were such a cute couple.
Mary K. Vasterling
July 19, 2023
My deepest sympathies to Bill and the entire family. Joanne was a loving light and compassionate colleague. The number of lives she touched is immeasurable. Peace and comfort to you all during this sad time.
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