Obituary of Leo Hoffman

HOFFMAN, Leo A. 1930 – 2016 Leo passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at Samaritan Place Care Home at the age of 86. Left to cherish his memory is his wife Claire (nee Dubreuil), who was his soulmate and closest friend. Leo will also be lovingly remembered by his four children and their families: Brian (Denise Frenette) of Oakville, Ont. and their son Sean; Barry (Shelley) of Wilcox, Sask. and their children Dana, Elijah (Camealia and daughter Leah), Chris and Micah (Rush); Deanna Durocher (Normand) of Lac La Biche, Alta. and their children Gabrielle, Etienne and Stephane; and Donella (Cam Fuller) of Saskatoon and their sons Joseph and William. Leo is also survived by the mother of his children, Mary Hoffman; sisters-in-law Joyce Hafso, Marcy Hoffman, Lois Hoffman, and brother-in-law Marcel Robinson; many nieces and nephews as well as members of the Dubreuil family. Leo was predeceased by his parents Michael and Erna Hoffman, sisters Louise, Lenora, Elizabeth, Ida, Magdeline and Patricia and brothers William, Norbert, Michael, by his family and friends. His family especially wishes to thank Dr. Kurt Roelens and the caring, compassionate staff at Samaritan Place, including Michael MacFadden and chaplain Fr. John Zunti.Little Leo, George, Albert and Dan. Leo was born in Lake Lenore, Saskatchewan, the second youngest in a family of 14. After receiving his education in Lake Lenore, he worked as a grain buyer, with postings in several locations. He then began a career with the provincial government, living in Lloydminster, and later Regina, where he held administrative positions in various departments. During their retirement, Leo and Claire travelled throughout the world; Leo particularly liked visiting Panama. They also enjoyed camping in their RV and had many wonderful trips with the Good Sam Club. Leo also loved to head out fishing with his friends. He had a heart of gold and spent many hours volunteering with the Kinsmen, Lions and Shrine clubs, always ready to lend a hand. Leo loved his children and grandchildren. He was very proud of them and faithfully kept up with their accomplishments and activities, even during his final weeks. Though he suffered with Parkinson’s disease for many years, Leo rarely complained and was more concerned with those around him. He will be greatly missed In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Leo’s name to Samaritan Place, for its garden area, where Leo and Claire spent many hours over the past few summers.