Harvey William Hofman

Harvey William Hofman was taken from us suddenly on Tuesday, February 19, 2008, to his heavenly home. He was 77 years old.

Harvey was born on April 30, 1930 in Red Willow County, Nebraska to William and Henreietta (Kisker) Hofman. He attended St. John’s Parochial School through eighth grade. He graduated from McCook High School in 1948. Harvey served in the Nebraska National Guard for several years.

On February 28, 1954, he was united in marriage to Ramona M. Hinz in Hastings. To this union three children were born. They made their home on the family farm southwest of Indianola where he was living at the time of his death. Harvey’s love of farming took a backseat only to his love of God, family and friends.

Harvey was an active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church of rural McCook. He faithfully served in many church organizations. He was also a member of various farm organizations and served on the rural school board. He gave God the glory for all of the accomplishments in his life.

Harvey was a very loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. It was an honor knowing him and having him in our lives. He will be missed by all.

Preceding him in death were his parents, William and Henrietta Hofman; one brother, Dean Hofman; nephew, Doug Osler; and brother-in-law, Leonard Osler.

Survivors include his wife of almost 54 years, Ramona Hofman of Indianola; son, Brent Hofman and wife, Deb, of Indianola; two daughters, Dr. Tamara and husband, Dr. Todd Hlavaty, of North Platte and Peggy and husband, Dr. Cal Stoltenberg, of Norman, Oklahoma; one sister, Joann and husband, Paul Martin, of McCook; seven grandchildren, Braden (Julia), Ilea, and Kara Stoltenberg, Tessa and Troy Hlavaty and Drew and Dylan Hofman.

Memorials were to be given in his name to the Lutheran Hour or donor’s choice.

A celebration of Harvey’s life was held Saturday, February 23, 2008, 11:00 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, rural McCook, with Pastor Kevin Schnakenberg officiating. Burial took place in St. John’s Cemetery.

Carpenter Breland Funeral Home of McCook was in charge of the arrangements.