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John Hoffman Obituary
Hoffman, John M. 76, of Plainfield, longtime of Bridgeview, IL, at peace July 28, 2009, he was born July 22, 1933 in Cicero to the late Onne and Agnes Hoffman, beloved husband of 55 years of Lee (nee Catalano), loving father of John Jr. (Mary Lynn), Steve (Barb), Scott (Ann) Hoffman, and Gina (Drew) Johnson, proud grandpa of Elyse, Matt, Jenna, Hannah, Melanie, Melissa, Beau, Nicole, and Alex, dear brother of Nell (Bob) Witt and the late Grace (the late Milt) Frosh, uncle of many. Longtime employee of Continental Can Co., Elk Grove Village. For those who prefer, memorials to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Ave, 7th Floor, NY, NY 10001 would be greatly appreciated. Visitation Thursday, July 30, 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Overman-Jones Funeral Home, corner of Routes 30 and 59, Plainfield. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, July 31, 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, 15629 S. Rt. 59, Plainfield. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Justice. For info 815-436-9221 
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Janice Stoettner
July 31, 2009
Dear John, Mary, Melanie, Melissa and the entire Hoffman Family,
A dear man has gone to his maker. He has left fond memories for each to cherish as well as a world that is a better place for his having been here.
Charles Sebastyan
July 30, 2009
I am sorry to hear about the passing of John, my co-worker. My deepest sympathies goes out to the Hoffman family.
John Janeczek
July 30, 2009
John and Hoffman Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, may Mr. Hoffman rest in eternal peace.
Karen McQuinn
July 29, 2009
Gina and Family - while there are few words to bring you comfort at this time, know that many are thinking of you.
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Judy & Greg Pizza
July 29, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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