Obituary of Brian Abbott Hoffman

Brian Abbott Hoffmann, 24, of Homer, NY, passed away unexpectedly August 26, 2010. Brian was born April 9, 1986 in Cortland, New York. Brian was 2004 graduate of Homer High School. Brian loved the outdoors and nature, and he was an avid hunter. He spent a great deal of time deer hunting and had worked as a deer hunting guide in Illinois. Brian also enjoyed bow hunting, fishing, golfing, skiing and snowmobiling. He was most recently employed with Suit-Kote Corp., and was also operating his own landscaping business. Brian will be deeply missed by his family and many friends. Brian is survived by his wife Amie Olands Hoffmann, his parents Dana and Judy Hoffmann of Homer, two brothers Michael of Durango, CO and Bennett of Homer, one sister Lauren of Homer. Maternal Grandparents Nancy and Dave Olp of Homer and Ben and Carolyn Turner of Skaneateles. Paternal Grandmother Genevieve Duca of Cortland. Several aunts, uncles, cousins and many close friends. Brian was predeceased by grandparents Patsy Duca and Linda and Ted Hoffmann. Friends are invited to call on Tuesday afternoon 4:00-6:00 PM at the Wright-Beard Funeral Home, 9 Lincoln Ave, Cortland . There will be a private family funeral and interment in Cortland Rural Cemetery. Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider Lime Hollow Nature Center, 338 McLean Road Cortland, NY 13045-9225 To offer condolences online, visit www.wright-beard.com. Hi Judy, Nancy and All: So sorry to hear of your loss. Take Care Les & Jean Warren Myself and my family were very sadden to hear of your lose - after losing my Brian (Cruse) less then a year ago it brought back what a dark and tough place you and your family are in - time will never take back any of the hurt but as each day passes things will become tolerable - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, I know my Brian and your son Michael had a lot of good time while growing up. Eileen and Del. Judy and family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Vicky Duff Volpicelli Dear Dana, Judy and family.... I am so sorry for your loss, my heart aches for you. I will always remember Brian for his energetic ways as a young boy in the days we crossed paths on the soccer and lacrosse fields as well his personable ways he displayed as a young man at the most recent talks we had sharing stories about hunting and other outdoor exploits. I always enjoyed his presence...he will surely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, God Bless you. Sincerely, Tom Hart. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Hoffmanns in their time of this tragic loss. Brian is part of many great memories from skiing in Truxton, to playing lacrosse in Homer, and listening to his stories of his time guiding in the Midwest. His wit and charisma will truly be missed by all. Rest in Peace Brian. Jed Hart sorry for your loss,Brian you will be missed!! Not, How Did He Die, But How Did He Live? Not how did he die, but how did he live? Not what did he gain, but what did he give? These are the units to measure the worth Of a man as a man, regardless of birth. Not, what was his church, nor what was his creed? But had he befriended those really in need? Was he ever ready, with word of good cheer, To bring back a smile, to banish a tear? But how many were sorry when he passed away To the family of Brian Hoffmann, we are sending our deepest sympathy to you all. Brian was a great friend and worker and will be sadly missed. Deepest Sympathies from Tom and Wendy Gilbert and all the crackseal crews. Dana, Judy & Family - I am so sad for you and your family at this tragic time. May you find comfort through this difficult time by being surrounded by so many to help carry your load. God bless you - Bonnie Warren Haines Judy, Dana, & Family, Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Brian & Laurie Pepper DANA AND JUDY, I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DAVID BROWN Dear Dana, Judy and family, Please know our thoughts are with you in your time of loss. If there is ever anything we can do, please let us know. Steven, Heather & Leslie Wineburg Dana and Judy, It is rare that I am left speechless, but I find no words that could possibly be of comfort to you at this time. My heart aches for you. Mary Beth Mathey Dana - Judi and family We are so sorry for your loss. I cannot begin to imagine losing a child. May you find peace and comfort in the many great memories you have. John Cowan We are so very sorry for the entire family on the recent loss of Brian. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. God Bless. Love, The Connery's Judy, Dana and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God continue to wrap His loving arms around you, and provide comfort that Brian is now with the angels in Heaven. Love, Margie Higgins Cox, Windermere, FL To the family of Brian - I was a friend of Brian and his wife Amie. I am so very sorry for your loss. Brian was a great person and I shared many laughs and memories with him. He will be missed and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sarah Sherman Dear Judy, Dana, and family, There are so many thoughts, but no words adequate to tell you how very sorry I am about the loss of your son Brian. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers and if there is anything I can do to help in any way, I am here. Jackie Currier Judy, Dana and family, We we so sad to hear about Brian's passing. I would like to send our heartfelt condolences from our family to yours at this very difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Lucy Yang and Brandon Wood We were so sorry to read of Brian's death. We lost our only child in 1997. Ray and Pay Malbone Judy and family, so sorry for your lose. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all! Words can not say how much Brian will be missed! Marty Ferris Judy and family May God watch over you during this difficult time. Kelly's uncle Bob DiIorio and Sandy Dear Amie; Judy & Dana and siblings; Nancy& Dave and family: We are so, so sorry to hear of your loss of Brian. Our heartfelt thoughts go out to you at this very sad time. We hope warm memories of Brian and the passage of time will ease your pain and bring healing peace. Love, Barbara & Neil MacKenzie