died Thursday (January 9, 2014)
in the A.J. Merrick Manor in Fremont
He was born August 15, 1940 in Fremont to Everette and Mary (Haney) Hoffman. Bob grew up on a farm east of Fremont. He graduated from high school in North Bend in 1958 after receiving most of his education in Fremont.
At the age of 20, he began working in the masonry and concrete business. He worked for various companies, including Sawyer Construction and Rabe Brothers, both in Fremont. Then in 1973, Bob started his own 'Hoffman Masonry and Cement' business. He dedicated his life to the success of his business until retiring in 2012.
Bob loved taking care of his lawn, and watching auto racing and sports.
Survivors: son Steve and Kay Hoffman of Fremont
brother Rodney and Linda Hoffman of Mesa, Arizona
He was preceded in death by his parents, Everette and Mary, a son Mark, 2 brothers, Ken and Larry.
The funeral service will be 10:30 AM Tuesday (Jan. 14, 2014) at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel, Fremont. The committal will follow in Ridge Cemetery. Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel will be on Monday (Jan. 13th) from 2 to 8 PM with the family present from 6 to 8 PM.
online guestbook @ www.ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(9)
Darrel & Sue Ladwig
Hillsboro, TX Monday, January 20, 2014 Loved you cuz. Go in peaceJanice Boyd
Waverly, NE Saturday, January 18, 2014 So sorry to hear of Bob's passing, he was a classmate of mine. I know he will be missed by many. my sympathy to the family.Pat Callaway
Fremont, NE Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Very sorry for your loss! Bob was a great man! You are in our thoughts and prayers!Rod & Linda Williams
Omaha, NE Tuesday, January 14, 2014 Steve, very sad to hear about Bob. Good friend, just didn't see enough of him. Always enjoyed our visits even though not often enough. He was always proud of you Steve.Fred Heuerman
Fremont, NE Sunday, January 12, 2014 Sorry to hear about Bobs passing - We went to Sunday School together in Arlington. Ran into him many times in town but never got to talk for long enough.Kirk and Valerie Lundstrom
Fremont, NE Friday, January 10, 2014 Steve, really sorry to learn of Bob's passing. He will be remembered as one of the "good guys" and a great friend. He was always ready with a story and a smile.Doug and Carol haase
fremont, NE Friday, January 10, 2014 Robert was a classmate of ours. And good friend. Sorry for your loss.Jackie Hanson Dee
Milwaukee, WI Friday, January 10, 2014 Rodney--sorry to read about Robert--I have so many good memories of playing with you and your brothers on the farm and at J42 schoolDon Dickmeyer
Omaha, NE Thursday, January 9, 2014 Steve, We are sorry to find out that your Dad passed away.I always enjoyed bantering with him when ever I talked with him. I knew him for many years. Don D