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Jerome Hoffman Obituary

Hoffman, Jerome "Jerry" L. age 78, of Riverwoods, Founder and long-time President of HPC, Inc of Schiller Park; beloved husband and soulmate for 56 years of Maida nee Edelstein; loving father of Marcia (Alan) Blitstein, Arthur (Anne) Hoffman, Francine Hoffman and the late Rhonda (Steve) Feder; adored grandpa of Michael (Marisa), Lana and Jessica Blitstein, Tyler, Cody and Spencer Feder, Sarah Stevens and Tracy Hoffman; devoted son of the late Morris Harold and Frieda (nee Lieberman) Hoffman, cherished brother of Al (Yetta) Hoffman; treasured uncle and friend of many. Jerry was a longstanding member of Lincolnwood Jewish Congregation. Service Tuesday, 2 p.m. at The Chapel, 195 N. Buffalo Grove Rd., Buffalo Grove (1 blk N. of Lake Cook Rd.). Interment Shalom Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions to a medical or health organization of your choice. Info The Goldman Funeral Group, Irwin Goldman Director (847) 478-1600.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 13, 2010.

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Michael. Grafman

December 7, 2024

Will never forget your kindness to me.

Michael Grafman

December 7, 2023

I still think of him after all these years. He made a very positive impact on my life.

Michael Grafman

December 7, 2021

May he rest in peace. I still think of him often and appreciate all he did for me.

Michael Grafman

December 7, 2019

One of the nicest and charitable people I knew. Still miss him and think about him often.

Lesley Slavitt

December 18, 2010

Dear Hoffman Family,

My deepest condolences for your loss. You are all in my thoughts. I remember Jerry fondly and was sad to hear the news. May your memories be a blessing.

Andrew Newman

December 16, 2010

Dear Hoffman Family,

Our sincere condolences are with you at this time. We have always had the greatest respect for Jerry and your family. Working at HPC were some of the best years of my career and I thank Jerry and you all for that.

May you find comfort in the memories of this special man.

Andrew and Monica Newman

December 15, 2010

Dear Maida and Family,

I am very sorry to hear of your loss of Jerry. I hope that all of your happy memories will help to comfort you. My sincere condolences.

Carolyn Shere

Billy B Edwards Jr

December 14, 2010

Sorry to hear of the loss, it is a loss for us all.

December 14, 2010

Dear Aunt Maida and family,
I am so sad to hear of Uncle Jerry's passing. Needless to say, he will be missed by all and he has a special place in my heart. My heartfelt condolences to all and know that I am thinking of everyone...
Lisa and Lee Spencer, Erin Edelstein, Zach Edelstein and Sarah Childers

Harold & Cheryl Heidenreich

December 14, 2010

Dear Hoffman Family,

We are so very sorry to hear of Jerry's passing, please accept our most heartfelt sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Albert Rodriguez

December 14, 2010

My hearfelt sympathy for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories.

Albert "Whitey" Rodriguez

Gloria Padilla

December 14, 2010

Dear Maida,

I'm sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you & your family.

Your Friend Forever, Gloria

December 14, 2010

Dear Hoffman family, Thank you Mr. Hoffman for still making our life as a locksmiths for over 30 years easier. Still using the HPC code machine in our shop and was glad to switch from Curtis clipper in those days..

Mark Anderson

Jerry & Harriet March

December 14, 2010

Dear Maida and Family,

It is with great sadness that we hear of your loss. All our sympathies.

Molly & Brian Hershenhouse

December 14, 2010

Dear Maida and all our family,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Uncle Jerry was a pillar of our family, strong and faithful, a fount of joy and comfort to all. These words describe only a smallest fraction of the love and respect we share for Uncle Jerry. He will be sorely missed. We love you.
Molly, Brian, Korri, Jacob & Claire

alan and jeanette zemsky

December 14, 2010

Dearest Maida and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Jerry was a true "mensch" and a wonderful person. May you find peace and comfort thinking about the wonderful life he had and all the people he touched.

December 13, 2010

Dearest Auntie Maida, Marcia, Arthur and Francine,
Please know that our thoughts are with you. We have such wonderful memories of Uncle Jerry, especially his last visit to San Francisco when we drove over the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito and had lunch on the waterfront. We will remember what a wonderful cook he was, his great sense of humor and of course, all the home movies he took of the whole family at the house in Lincolnwood. He will remain in our hearts always. With much love, Rita, Joe, Sara & Josh

Allen Murphy

December 13, 2010

It is with a heavy heart that I offer my prayers and condolences to your family at this time of your loss.

In my years in the trade, Jerry was a pioneer in the locksmithing industry, yet always had time for talk and a kind word, inspiring all who knew him to strive to excel, to be more to more people.

Through his actions and words, he reminded us all in the trade that we were ambassadors of our occupation, and myself and many others strove to maintain that level of professionalism in our dealings.

Jerry was instrumental in many of the advances in our trade, and to say he will be misssed will be a understatement.

December 13, 2010

Dear Hoffman family,
We were saddened to learn of Jerry's passing yesterday. He was a loving family man and a great and caring employer. We will always remember his kindness and generosity to us. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time.

Sincerely,
Fran and Mike Grafman

Debby Rubenstein

December 13, 2010

Ron's and my condolences to the Hoffman family. I know that Mr. Hoffman will live on through his family. May all of you find peace and comfort. Debby Rubenstein - friend of Anne, Art, Sarah, and Tracy.

December 13, 2010

Dear Maida and Family,

Our thoughts are with you. You have a wonderful family and we do not need a lot of words to describe Jerry. Mentsch is sufficient. Zie gezoont and only good news in the future.

Lorraine and Norman

December 13, 2010

Dear Hoffman Family:
We were so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing, and we send our deepest condolences. Tricia and I will always remember Jerry for his warmth, thoughtfulness, hospitality and generosity. I personally will always be grateful for his bringing me into HPC. It was an honor to work for him and learn from him.

David, Tricia, Emily and Claire Reinhard

December 13, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jerry will always be in our hearts and memories. Please accept Our condolences.
John And Connie Middleman

Susan Kronowitz

December 13, 2010

Dear Maida and family,
Norman and I are in Israel,but would like to send our deepest condolences. May your lifetime of memories be a blessing to you all.
Hugs, Susan & Norman

December 13, 2010

Dear Maida and family,
Norman and I are in Israel,but would like to send our deepest condolences. May your lifetime of memories be a comfort to you.
Hugs, Susan & Norman

Norton Small

December 13, 2010

Ellen and I want you to know how sorry we were to hear about Jerry's passing. I met Jerry through business 48 years ago, and we became good friends. He was truly a super guy.

Ellen and Norton Small

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