Obituary of James K. Hofner

James Keith Hofner, age 83, son of Eleanor Mae and James Kenneth Hofner who gave birth to James, Larry, Anne (Babe) and Phil.  Sisters Bonnie and Beverly joined the Hofner family during their teen years.

Jim was the loving father of Jimmy, Lisa and Scott when he married Diane (Thurston) Hofner.  Together Jim & Diane brought life to Kevin, Keith and Marc.  Jim also leaves his eternal love with his honorary daughters, Katie and Emily, and 16 grandchildren.  

Jim was a proud and loving member of the Roots Group, is a retired Boilermaker and nurtured an enduring friendship with the local Amish community.

To all his siblings’ and childrens’ families, our eternal love and gratitude.  A very special thanks to Keith, Emily and Jim’s grandchildren, Gabe and Katelyn, who lovingly led the path for Jim’s journey home.

Jim’s burial will be privately held at Evergreen Cemetery in Eden, NY.  A memorial service and celebration of life is being planned for next August.  Donations may be made to Chautauqua Hospice or to Sloan Comfort Care Home at 17 Gierlach St in Buffalo. Words of sympathy may be left on www.LaingFuneralHome.com