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Gary passed away suddenly, yet peacefully on April 26, 2014. Gary was born April 2, 1964 and left this life too soon, for he had many more years of loving his wife of 26 years, Jane (Paxton) and their daughter, Taylor Cass, in front of him. Gary is also survived by his dad, Stanley James Hoffman, Sr. and his brother, Stanley James Hoffman Jr, Stan's children, Jamie and Andy; Jane's parents, William and Rev. Shirley Paxton and his sisters and brothers-in-law, Marty (Mike) Franchot, their children, Will, Lizzie, Peter and Katie; Anne Paxton (Gana Fofang), their children, Dema and Shirley, and Suzie Paxton (Patrick Horan), their son, Griffin, all who loved their uncle Gary so very much. Gary joins the spirits of those he loved who passed before him, including his mom, Roena Taylor Hoffman and his best dog friends, Blaze, Buster, Sam and Scout.
Gary graduated from the University of Toledo and had a long career in computer/ technology sales. But Gary found his true calling when he held a paintbrush in his hand. He founded GWH Painting in 2005 and enjoyed seeing the transformed beauty in a newly painted room or house.
Gary loved many things: a long walk on the beach or in the Little Point Sable Memorial Nature Preserve with his dogs, hitting a long drive on his favorite golf course, driving fast with a buddy on a dirt road (with Van Halen playing LOUD), a good hand of Euchre, or creating the perfect cheesecake. But what Gary loved most of all was his wife and their daughter. Jane and Taylor were always in his heart. Gary's smile, his laughter and his love will forever be in their hearts, as it will be in the many people whose lives intertwined with his.
There will be a visitation at Christ Presbyterian Church, Toledo, May 10, 2-5:30 p.m., followed by a service of celebration and sharing. Gary will be interred at Little Point Sable, Michigan, where a service will be held at a later date. Charitable contributions in Gary's memory can be made to the Memorial Nature Preserve (805 Glen Rd, Shelby, MI 49455) or the Toledo Area Humane Society, 1920 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee, Ohio, 43537 or a charitable organization of your choice. Arrangements were made through the Walker Funeral Home 419.841.2422. Online condolences may be shared at
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Hoffman
David M Orzechowski
April 25, 2024
Still think about you now and then buddy!!
Dave Orzechowski
April 26, 2023
I sure miss you buddy!!
Dave Orzechowski
April 25, 2020
I still think about you now and then buddy!
Susan Perzynski
May 25, 2014
Jane and Taylor, Rachel and I wish Gary eternal peace, and you comfort. Both of you have such beautiful spirits; we hope you will able to find joy again. We have been praying for you with the students daily.
Dave Orzechowski
May 16, 2014
RIP old friend
Dave Orzechowski
May 16, 2014
Gary was one of my best friends. I am one of the dirt road van Halen guys. Gary and I also we're in business together for a short time making barbecue sauce. If not for having a surgery scheduled I would have been there for the service no doubt. I have met so few people in my life that I considered to be lifelong friends and Gary was one of them. I'm really going to miss him.
Leslie (Trowbridge) Anderson
May 10, 2014
Jane and Taylor, I am so sorry for your loss! Words cannot express the feeling of emptiness we all feel. Gary's contagious laugh and smile will be missed. He was such a big part of my growing up. Love and prayers to you.
Karen and Abby Bostrom-Gregg and Meeds
May 10, 2014
Jane and Taylor, Abby and I are so very sorry for this tremendous loss. We send you hugs and blessings and are remembering you in our thoughts and prayers. We will be at the lake in August and will stop by to see you. God's heart is the first to break with your hearts. We hold your grief with you.
Tracy Kurek
May 9, 2014
We were so sad to hear the news of Gary's passing. This is Tracy and Matt Kurek; Jane, our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. We remember all of those great Friday nights in Toledo with you and Gary; playing cards and having some fun! We will miss him.
Maryann & Lou Mollenkam
May 7, 2014
Jane and Taylor and family, We were so sad to hear of Gary's passing. What wonderful times we had at the Mollenkamp's with all our laughter and good times. We will pray for your family that all of Gary's memories will stay in your hearts forever. Love Maryann and Lou Mollenkamp
Tom Reidy
May 6, 2014
Jane and Taylor, I am so sorry for your loss. I don't know what to say other than the people who knew Gary know what a special person he was- and how he could make you laugh no matter how crappy you were feeling. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family
Pastor Cherl Matla
May 5, 2014
Our sincere sympathy and our thoughts and prayers to the Hoffman family at this time of loss. May God grant you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Our Genoa church family is praying for you.
Gino Chiappetta
May 5, 2014
Jane and Taylor,
I cannot express in words my sympathies for your loss of such a great man. I loved Gary, as everyone did. Please forgive me for not being able to attend this Saturday. I pray for your strength and comfort.
Cory Taylor
May 5, 2014
R.I.P. Gary. I'm sure you're Rockin out with The Mighty VAN HALEN! My deepest condolences to the entire Hoffman family. You were a terrific friend. The Mighty VAN HALEN will always Rule. God Bless
Rest in Peace....
Mr. David M. And Dr. Jamie A. Imlay
May 4, 2014
Stan Sr, Stan Jr., Jane, and families,
I was very shocked to hear the news of Gary's passing! He and my brother Jay have been very good friends for many years. Stan Sr. and my first husband William Dunn attended many Masonic and Shriner events together, and I graduated with Gary's older brother Stan Jr. I am sure each of you have many great memories of Gary as we do, and I hope they sustain you and provide comfort during such a sad time. May the many fond memories of Gary keep him alive in your hearts forever.
Heidi Okonski
May 4, 2014
Stan Jamie and the rest of Gary's family. I was saddened to hear of Gary's passing. I have alot of fond memories of Gary. Track , playing in the neighbor hood and high school memories. Rip my friend.
May 4, 2014
What a beautifully written tribute to Gary, whom we love still and miss very much. So much love to Jane and Taylor from your Atlanta family, Marty, Mike, Will, Elizabeth, Peter and Katie.
May 3, 2014
Please know that Gary touched so many in his lifetime. I attended high school with Gary and loved his smile and laughter. He's definitely an angel and God only takes the best and Gary was the best. My condolences to you Jane and your family. Tina Albright Dipman
Debbie Calcaterra
May 3, 2014
Jane and Taylor,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you both as you journey through this next stage of your loss. Gary was always one to make me smile and I will always remember him with the sun on his face and the waves at his back.
Love to you both.
Carrie Morris
May 2, 2014
Jane and Taylor - Big Hugs of support and love from the Morris family. Gary had such a welcoming warm heart. He will be missed.
May 2, 2014
Jane, I'm so very sorry to hear about your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Mark Willson
Tonya (France) Hillegas
May 2, 2014
Gary will truly be missed we were neighbors for many years. our thoughts and prayers go out to Stan and Jamie and the rest of the family.
Laura Kennedy
May 2, 2014
RIP Gary my prayers are with your family
Jacqueline Hartman
May 1, 2014
I remember Gary as a classmate at Genoa..he was always a very nice guy. God called another Angel home. Prayers to the family. RIP
Olaida Algarin-Castillo
May 1, 2014
To the Hoffman family I am sorry for your loss, Gary was so kind hearted and had a contagious laugh. My sister and I have many fond memories of riding the bus with Gary. You will be missed!
May 1, 2014
Jane, I am so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. Anne Douglass
Melissa Cornell-Bowlander
May 1, 2014
Sending prayers to Jane and all of Gary's family. Will never forget Gary's sense of humor. He was a wonderful friend and even though we were not in contact I will never forget our friendship from long ago.
Heidi Driver-Widmer-Shank
May 1, 2014
Gary & I were baptized together and shared many good times growing up in Genoa together. I am so glad we kept in sporatic contact. I was blessed to have such a good guy as a friend as we all were. He sure loved his girls. Hugging you both.
Olivia Van Wagner
May 1, 2014
Dear Jane & Taylor, holding you in love's protective and all embracing arms as you move through this unfathomable time. Deepest love and hope, Olivia
Christal Silcox -Minatel GHS 82
May 1, 2014
I will always remember Gary's laugh, it always came from his heart, I am sorry you left us so soon . May you rest in the arms of your Lord.
Ken Dazley
May 1, 2014
Jane, Taylor and the rest of Gary's Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many memories growing up with my little buddy Gary and all of the trouble we got into as kids. He always made everyone smile. He will be missed.
Laura Busson O'Korn
May 1, 2014
So very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He always had a smile or kind word to say - such a nice person & classmate. My thoughts and prayers are with the Hoffman Family, may you find comfort in your memories of the wonderful person that was Gary.
GHS '82
Jackie Henrich - Brown
May 1, 2014
We have lost a wonderful, kind person who filled our hearts with smiles and happiness. You will be missed my friend...
Greg Waidmann
May 1, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of this terrible news. Although I have not seen Gary since high school, I will always have fond memories of our times together. I was one of those in the fast car with VH playing loud! And I will always remember our record breaking 400 m relay team with Gary always the fastest! RIP
Laura Thompson Sears
May 1, 2014
A beautiful tribute to the life and loves of a wonderful person who will be greatly missed. All my love, thoughts, and prayers to Jane, Taylor, and your family.
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