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Ivy Hoffsmith Obituary

Mrs. Ivy Eleanore Hoffsmith entered into eternal peace and rest on Wednesday, December 24, 2014, in Tucson, Arizona. Her memories will be cherished by her loving husband, Richard E. Hoffsmith; her devoted son, Raymond (Carmen) Virella; sister, Alma Rivera; six grandchildren, Raymond Virella Jr, Diana Hall, Ivy Marie Starr, Renee Steadman, Jason Perez, Anthony Figueroa; 12 great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren, five nieces and nephews, and a multitude of friends who were blessed to know and love her. She is preceded in death by her children, Jeanne Perez and Luis Figueroa. Ivy made her home in Tucson where she attended Faith Community Church. She was an active member in the Women's Auxiliary with VFW Post 549 and American Legion Post 36. Her kindness of heart and gentleness of spirit touched and embraced all. Services will be held Friday, January 2, 2015 at EAST LAWN PALMS, 5801 East Grant Road, Tucson, AZ. Visitation begins at 1:00, services to follow at 2:00 p.m., with burial at 3:00 p.m.
Published by Arizona Daily Star on Dec. 30, 2014.

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Shirley Siltala Convertino

January 13, 2015

Richard, I just found out about Ivy tonight at the ALA meeting. I'm so very sorry. She is missed. Hugs to you ...

Ron and Flor Bielicki

January 2, 2015

From very good friends, Ron and Flor Bielicki, we are saddened to hear of Ivy passing. (We all used to gather at the original 549 on Craycroft) Ivy will be missed. May God Bless you always.

Patricia Martin

January 2, 2015

I just learned of Ivy's passing. I am very sorry for your loss. I shall never forget her love of life. She survived sadness and still marched on. Blessings to her family.

Geri Laing

January 1, 2015

I am so very sorry for your loss. Praying God's peace upon everyone in the family.

December 31, 2014

We're sorry that we can't be with you at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your niece Billie Walters and nephew Tom Boyer and families

Margie Higgins

December 31, 2014

I know you are dancing up there with all the other angles. Rest in pease Ms. Ivy. We love you and will miss seeing your smiling face at our gigs.

December 30, 2014

WILL MISS YOU MUCH. WE WERE FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS. I KNOW YOU ARE DANCING A GREAT KUMBIYA NOW. FOXY..

Bertha Harris

December 30, 2014

Dear Richard and Ivy's Family, I have many good memories of this lady. She went through so much and never lost faith in the Lord. I had several good visits with her this past year.
Richard , God bless you and take care.
Bertha Harris

V.C.

December 30, 2014

May the God of all comfort strengthen the entire family during this time of sorrow. Those who die God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. (Psalms 116:15) My sincerest sympathy.

December 30, 2014

rest in piece dear lady and thank you for being in my life
Jerry Foard

Holly Reinard

December 28, 2014

All of us at Desert Haven send our love and prayers to Ivy and her family. She is surely missed.

December 28, 2014

Ivy,
All of us at VFW Post 549 will miss you. Ivy, you and Richard did so much for the Post over the years, Children's Christmas Parties most of all. Richard, and Family, we are here to help in any way we can.
VFW POST 549, and Auxiliaries

Brian and Sandra Hoffsmith

December 28, 2014

Ivy you will be greatly missed. We are here if you need anything Dad.
Brian and Sandra Hoffsmit

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