Anthony Hoffman

anthony hoffman
Anthony “Tony “ Gerhard Hoffman of Ionia passed away October 22, 2023 while serving his community. The Funeral service will be held 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 27, 2023 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Ionia with Rev. James Goerend presiding. Friends may greet the family from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October 27, 2023 at St. Boniface Church in Ionia. Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory in New Hampton has been entrusted with Tony's arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to the family. Tony was the first child born to Edward and Shirley Hoffman. He spent his childhood on the farm, learning from his dad and uncles as well as becoming best friends (and sometimes rivals) with his nine younger siblings. Following high school, Tony took up the trade of carpentry. He worked for several contractors and eventually started his own business. Most recently, he was a mill worker, building custom doors. Tony will be remembered most for his signature statement "How's it going?" as well as his dedication to the service of others. He was loyal to his hometown as a member of the Ionia Fire Department and played an instrumental role in the conception and fruition of the Ionia Day celebration. Tony gave the ultimate sacrifice doing what he loved. He passed away honorably serving his community and was able to leave a final gift through organ and tissue donation. Tony is survived by his parents Ed and Shirley Hoffman of Ionia; life partner and her son, Stacie and Carter "The Boy" Dreckman of Ionia; two brothers, Patrick (Kimberly) Hoffman of New Hampton, Riley Hoffman of Waverly; seven sisters, Amy (Ryon) Kilcher of Fredericksburg, Carrie (Dave) Reed of Decorah, Sara (Aaron) Rethamel of Fredericksburg, Kayla (Ryan) Strempke of Fredericksburg, Katie (Jason) Gilmour of Fredericksburg, Winnie Hoffman of Shell Rock, Taylor Hoffman of Ionia; 14 nieces and nephews; many aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Jack and Agatha Hoffman; maternal grandparents, Irvin and Florence Throndson; three uncles, Michael Throndson, Dave Bynon, Larry Kellogg; one aunt, Julie Lindsay.

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  1. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Dena and Zac Palmer and Dean Speicher

  2. Thoughts and prayers to all of Tony’s friends and family and his fellow firefighters.
    David and Carrie Zweibohmer.

  3. Sending my heartfelt sympathy to Tony’s family. You are all in my prayers during this most difficult time.😥🙏🙏🙏

  4. Our hearts are breaking. Played cards with him just couple hours before then. Hugs and prayers to his family and friends. A great guy – God needed another angel. Cherish every day, every moment. R.I.P. Tony.

  5. Wow can’t believe it yet!! God took a good one! So sorry to his family , Stacie and Carter!! Hugs to all.

  6. My deepest sympathies to the Hoffman family. Have some great memories with Tony. He will be greatly missed. 😔

  7. Prayers for Tony’s family and his fellow firefighters on the Ionia Fire Department and for the entire community.

  8. So sorry for the family’s,friends and the Ionia Fire department. So tragic. God be with you all during your time of loss and grief

  9. Prayers and sympathy to his family, to Stacie and Carter and his colleagues, so very sorry for this loss!! 🤍🙏🏻🫂

  10. Sending our deepest sympathy to all of Tony’s family, the Ionia Fire Department and whole community. Your all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. 🙏

  11. Thoughts and prayers to Tony’s family, the entire Ionia Fire Department as well as the Ionia community. 🙏🏻

  12. My sincerest sympathy to Ed, Shirley, & all of Tony’s family. He was a good friend to many people & he will be missed!

  13. Tony was a great guy and a great friend. I have so many great memories of him when we were kids. Especially riding around for miles and miles in the back his truck. He was a blast and made life so much better with his friendship. RIP Tony, you’ll be missed. My deepest condolences to Tony’s family and the Ionia Fire Department.

  14. Our sincere sympathy to the Hoffman family. Sending out prayers to the Ionia fire dept family and all of Tony’s friends 🙏

  15. Ed, Shirley, & families, So sorry to hear about Tony, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Dennis & Diane

  16. Our deepest sympathy to Tony’s family, Stacie, Carter, Ionia Fire Department, and the community of Ionia.

  17. My heart hurts for the entire Hoffman clan. I pray God heals the pain you are facing and keeps the smiles and laughter coming as you go through the memories of the time you had with him. Tony isn’t gone. He has moved to a greater place and everywhere you look you will be reminded of him and the love he has for you. Keep the faith. It isn’t goodbye it’s see you later. Love to you all.

  18. Our deepest sympathy to all of Tony’s family & the Ionia community. The memories of someone so special to you will live on forever.

  19. Always a smile on his face! Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. He was a great one! Deepest sympathy to all of Ionia Firefighters and his family.

  20. So very sorry for your family’s loss. Prayers and thoughts for the family and the Ionia fire department.

  21. Our Deepest Sympathy to the family and Ionia Fire Dept. I worked with Tony’s sister Carrie at The Pub At The Pinicon and got to know Tony the summer Project Flo came and fixed our place up. Prayers and Thoughts with you all,
    RIP Tony!
    James & Lyn Bailey

  22. I will truly miss Tony as our neighbor. He was such a kind hearted and jolly fellow! And I’ll cherish riding in the fire truck with him during the Ionia Days parade a couple years ago. Hugs and prayers to Stacie and Carter and Tony’s relatives.

  23. Much love to the Hoffman family, and to Stacie and Carter, as you celebrate Tony. He was quite the guy, and his presence will forever be missed.

  24. Thoughts and prayers to all of Tony’s family and the Ionia fire department. Time will heal BUT hang on to all of the memories you have made with Tony.
    🙏🙏Randy and Mary Jane Leach

  25. So so sad 💔
    Condolences to Tony’s family, friends, and loved ones. May he rest in eternal peace. Will be missed by so many 😪

  26. Thanks Tony for years of making me smile. Your skills as a woodworker are evident many places at my house! To the Hoffman family, words cannot express my sorrow at your loss. Tony will be missed.

  27. Oh my, we just met Tony a couple weeks ago to discuss doors for our new home. Such a nice and helpful guy. My heart is aching for his family.

  28. Sincere sympathy to our neighbors Stacie and Carter… we will truly miss Tony. And condolences to Tony’s parents and relatives… we are so very sorry for your loss.

  29. Ed, Shirley, and all of Tony’s family,
    You have our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Tony! Praying for your comfort and peace during this tragic time.

  30. On behalf of Bernalillo County Fire and Rescue (Albuquerque, NM) we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Tony Hoffman. May you find solace in the cherished memories and the legacy of his remarkable service.
    Chaplain Sheri G Archuleta

  31. Sending my Thoughts and Prayers to Tony’s Family 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️
    So very sorry for your loss Cherish your wonderful memories 🙏🏻

  32. To Tony’s family: So sorry for your loss. May God be with you during this rough time. Tony certainly will be missed.

  33. My thoughts and prayers are with Tony’s family and the community of Ionia. He will be missed!

  34. Oh Tony you will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and Stacey and Carter. So heartbreaking.

  35. So sorry for your loss. Knew his grandparents and aunts and uncles. Lived just across the roof down a little bit from them my heart goes out to them

  36. Our deepest sympathy to all of Tony’s family and friends. We never got to meet Tony but always heard such wonderful things about him. Our hearts are hurting for all of you, JIm & Sandy Miller

  37. Beautiful tribute— sincere sympathy to family and friends. Stacie and Cater my heart hurts for you and all family. Prayers for healing and comfort.


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