Peacefully, at LHSC-Victoria Hospital, London on Thursday, August 23, 2012 of London in his 75th year. Beloved husband of the late Theresa Jo-Anne (O’Neill) Hoffer. Dear father of James and Anne of St. Thomas, Cathy and Dave Stesco of Sudbury, Chris and Patricia of Ilderton, Patrick and Ann of London, Michelle and Dan Mokriy of Toronto, Kelley and Corey Boyle of Burlington, Keith and Melissa of Alymer, Anne Marie and Damian Brezwan and Denise and friend Dave Wunsch all of London. Sadly missed by grandchildren Cory and Carli Hoffer, James Stesco, Jacob and Julia Hoffer, Ryan and Erin Hoffer, Jordan Arruda, Colin and Owen Mokriy, Liam, Ellen and Karen Boyle, Jonah, Keiran and Elliot Hoffer and Damian Brezwan. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Dora and Joe Zeigers of Ingersoll, Peter and Joanne of Alymer, Paul and Linda of St. Thomas, John and Marjorie of London; Bert Vandyk of Aylmer, Elisabeth Leitch of Dutton and James Deen of Aylmer. Also missed by 27 nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Helena (Rinkel) and Johannes Hoffer, sisters Agatha Vandermolen, Aphra Deen and Nellie Vandyk and brothers Flores and Case. May he rest in peace.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Patrick’s Church, 32922 Richmond Street, Lucan on Tuesday, August 28th at 10:30 AM with Father Andrew Kowalczyk, CSMA celebrant. Interment St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Lucan.
Parish prayers will be said in the funeral home on Monday evening at 8:45 PM.
Donations to Canadian Cancer Society, the Alzheimer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Jacobus James Hoffer
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Merrilee & Gerry Bach
To the family of Jim Hoffa: We are so very sorry that you have lost your dad. Here in our highrise he was known as the resident jokester. He always put a smile on our faces, and he is truely missed. I am not able to make the funeral as I am out of town on holidays, but my heart is with you all,more than I’m able to express. I’m looking forward to seeing Jim sometime in the future as you are also.I pray for peace and may God bless you all. I will be making a donation to the cancer society in Jims name.
Jennifer Miyasaki
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your father. I loved the time spent with him and the rest of the Hoffer gang. He was a wonderful person and will be missed. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Devin Boyle
Sincerest condolences to Kelley and her family.
Love Devin Boyle and Guin McNally
Jason and Andrea Feddema
Chris, Patricia, Jacob and Julia,
I am writing to extend my deepest sympathies to you and your extended family on the passing of your father. I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Jason and Andrea Feddema.
Bonita Mercer
What can you say about a person who impacted your life, the life of your family and a whole community?? Jim did this and even though more than twenty years have passed since those days of St. David’s Choir, I remember them so vividly! He used the music of our folk mass to serve the Lord and we all felt privileged to be a part of this call! Jim was our leader and I still use the music he put together for us back then for church services today. You led us Jim through many masses, weddings, funerals, our TV appearance for the telethon and many other functions that wanted music. You made us a family, one that continues to connect after all this time. Your love for people and passion for the Lord will always be remembered!! I know you’re with our heavenly Father and that your lining up our next opportunity to sing for our Lord!!
Bonita Mercer
Bev Dayman
Chris, Patricia, Jacob and Julia…
I am so sorry for your loss, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Bev Dayman
Aka: “Dauncey”
Ginette (Bélisle) Grant
I was truly saddened to learn about the loss of Mr. Hoffer. I will always fondly remember him and Mrs. Hoffer for their welcoming ways when you entered their home. I am always reminded of warm summers, camp fires and really cold days at the cottages down the HILL at North Channel Camp and of course the choir and all the practices at St.David’s Church. So many memories return to me everytime I go back to Noelville. I am sure he is in a much better place now. I hope the family finds much comfort amongst each other. Take care.
Elaine Beaudoin
Jim just think you will not have to climb that long hill in winter any more. No more wet socks, cold feet.
We sure will miss you.
Elaine
Barb Laird
Juim has been my nezt-door neighbour for over 5 years. His gentle good humour, and kindness have been a real source of comfort for me., I can honestly say I have never mind a kinder gentler man in all my 84 years. It has been a rare privilege to have been the beneficiary of his friendship. All his children have been a fantastic soulce of pride and love for Jim as has his
extnded family.. He was a unique man – always had time, for new children moving in and fotr helping, in all kinds of waqys,those people who were aging or just not coping well . IIn my view He was areal treasure.. . I genuinly loved him.. My hope for him if hat he meetgs JO-Anne in heaven and untimately finds
the happiness he so richely deserves. God Bless you Jim and ALL your you family. love Barb
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Travis Marlo and Caeden
Kelley, Pat and Hoffer Clan. Please know we are thinking of you guys during this sad time.
Travis, Marlo and Caeden.
Michael Mott
Kelly and family,
You don’t have to meet a person to know how great they are. All you have to do is meet someone in their family, and you can tell by the upbringing they had that the greatness was passed down.
sorry for your loss.
Barry, Cheri, Brooke and Jordan
Patrick, Annie, Ryan, Erin and the rest of the Hoffer Clan,
Hoping that your many terrific memories bring smiles along with the tears, as you remember and celebrate the life of Dad/Grampi Hoffer.
Thinking of you all.
Jason and Janelle Nielsen (O'Neill)
We are very sorry for your loss You are all in our prayers
Carmen & David Ciesielski
Kelley, Corey and family,
We’re so sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Please accept our deepest condolences. If there is anything we can do, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
Thinking of you all.
Carmen & Dave
Danny & Cathy McCann and Family
Kelly, Corey and Family
So sorry to hear about your loss. May you cherish the
memories you have of your Father. Our thoughts and prayers
will be with you.
Jason and Leigh Sprathoff
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Please accept our deepest condolences.
The Sprathoff Family.
Ron Persaud
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the death of your father. I can only imagine the depth of your sorrow. My prayers and thoughts are with you, your family and siblings.
Jennifer Bradley
Your Dad was a great man, the first time I met him he put a battery in my Jeep for me when it was 30 below zero, just because he had a good heart.
I will miss your Dad, he always made me feel like one of his own.
I’ll miss you Jim, rest in peace
Jenn <3
Jenn & Shawn Phillips
Kelley,
So sorry to hear about your dad. Your New Brunswick family are thinking of you during this time.
J & S
Shannon Patterson
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this incredibly sad time. So sorry Kelley and rest of the Hoffer clan
Tracy MacDonld
I am soo sorry for your loss, Kelley will be thinking of all you Hoffers and my prayers are with you. If you need anything let me know i am always here for you guys. He was such a nice man and wa honoured to know him.
Love Always Cuz
Tracy
Sue and Paul
We only met Jim once (briefly at Erin’s First Communion): in our short exchange he cracked a joke. May he rest in peace and your memories of him be joyous. We are thinking of you and your family during this time.
With prayers,
Paul and Sue
Valerie Akeson
Our deepest sympathies to you, Kelley & Corey for your loss of your wonderful dad and father-in-law. He always had a smile on his face at your family parties and get togethers. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brent, Val, Griff & Faith xo.
Cath & Andy Bethel
We send our condolences & are so sorry for your loss… You and your family will be in our prayers, Kelley.
((hugs)) Cath & Andy
Russ O'Neill and family
We are terribly sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Love from Russ (son of Art and Josie O’Neill) and his wife Alex.
Denise and David O'Connell
Dear Hoffer Family,
We are saddened by the news of Kelley’s father’s passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. We hope you can find strength and solace from being with each other, and knowing that he is at peace.
Denise, David, Farrah and Alia.
trudy Geling
My thoughts and Prayer be with all of you as you go trough this sad time ,My deepest Sympathy with the passing of your Dad , may he rest in peace .
Remember all of you when you lived in Aylmer on Elkstr., what a wonder full Happy go lucky Family you were , i know Dad will be missed by all of you if for nothing else but his happy attitude
Trudy
Judy and Dave Mennill
I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Dave and I have many memories of the Hoffer family when you lived in Aylmer and also when we took a couple of trips of to the north country. When I was a young teacher, Jim helped me with music at mass and Joanne helped me at school I see Keith in church from time to time and it makes me smile to see the Hoffers returned to Aylmer.
Mike Hall
Always a ready word, always a ready smile, always ready to help others. Now, it is your turn to rest
Dan & Donna O'Neill
Our condolences go out to all Jim’s family. I’m sure Jim is happy now with Jo-Anne in heaven. Although we can’t be there on Tuesday, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Uncle Dan & Aunt Donna
Mark& Jean Langley
We were Jim’s neighbors at 931 Wonderland Rd and we all liked him very much. He was always so nice and helpful to everyone. He will be missed a lot. Ray will also miss him a great deal as they were quite friendly. It was nice to know such a nice person. please accept our condolances. Mark& Jean
Ian ONeill
Deepest sympathies go to Uncle Jim and his/my family and friends. I found him a happy and joyful man who made me comfortable in his home. Many fondest memories were at the French river lodge, the ball tourneys, campfires and guitar playing; miss those times with the Hoffer family and wish I was closer and in contact with all of you. Feel free to add me on facebook CH1EF91 . Just because I’m not around or don’t have contact with most of you doesn’t mean I don’t think of all of you because I do. Just because I’m am an O’Neill should not separate us. My prayers go to all of you. Jim, may you rest happily in Heaven. You will be missed, even me.
Regards,
Ian
Colleen O'Neill Halwas
I was sorry to hear about Uncle Jim’s passing. Our condolences to all his family and friends.
God’s peace to you all: Colleen, David, Darian & Jarek
Guy and Jennie Grenier
Our sympathy and support to all the Hoffers and particularly to our very good friends Patrick and Ann.
Darren Fajcz
Very saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. He was one of the most gregarious people I ever met and always made time to talk. He could make anyone feel comfortable in a heartbeat. I have many fond memories of French River campfire singalongs and softball tournaments where his great sense of humour and comic timing were always a highlight. He will be missed – and never forgotten.
Uncle Ernie & Aunt Wenda
Our deepest sympathies. Sorry we are not able to be with you but our thoughts and prayers are. Your Dad was loved by all who knew him. Your parents are now together in heaven.
Mrs. Bea Jones
My sympathy and condolences to all Jim’s family and friends.
Sandi Hollis
Aquaintences are many but friends are few. You, Mr. Hoffer were a good friend and will be missed. My wishes for peace go with you and your amazing family.
God Bless!
Sandi