Reed Joseph Hoffman
February 27, 2013
Reed Joseph Hoffman, 3, passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2013. He was born July 22, 2009, in Des Moines, the son of Ernie and Dawn Hoffman.
Reed loved his animals, riding horses and four wheelers, climbing trees, and going to the zoo. He enjoyed fishing, swimming, and playing with Blondie, his grandma’s German shepherd. One of his favorite things was playing with his trucks and tractors, especially the fire trucks. Reed loved to run and play and could make everything fun! He touched the hearts of so many, and had a way of putting a smile on the faces of everyone who knew him. He was a special little boy that will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
Reed is survived by his mommy and daddy, Dawn and Ernie; sister, Madyson; brother, Zane; grandparents, Dick and Barb Hoffman; grandmother, Ava Roberts; grandparents, Steve and Nella Wallace; great-grandmother, Ann Wallace; and great-grandfather, Fred Roberts; many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 7, 2013, at Lutheran Church of the Cross, 1701 8th Street SW in Altoona, with burial at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Friends may visit with family from 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, at the church.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Blank Children’s Hospital in loving memory of Reed.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Family Thews, Sweden, Stockholm
03/18/2013
It is so sad. I little boy like that - sudenly taken away. Though we never met it feels terrible. Our hope is that he is in heaven and that you some day may overcome what has happened.
Ryan White
03/16/2013
Ernie and Dawn, I am so sorry for your loss and am praying for God to give you daily healing and strength to move forward. My mom sent me the program from your son's funeral service. What a wonderful tribute to your son!
Lament for a Son by Nicholas Wolterstorff could be a good resource book for you as you grieve. May God bless you each day as a family.
Beth Uhlenhopp
03/07/2013
Dear Hoffman Family - I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that I am holding you up in prayer. May God grant you strength and peace in the days ahead.
Amy Breese
03/07/2013
I've been sitting here trying to find the right words to say. The truth is there are no right words. I am so sorry for what you guys are going through. I pray every day that you two and your family are able to find peace in your hearts. There will never be a time when you will need each other more than now. Stay strong! Hold each other and your families tight. Your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers!
Maggie Moller & Family- IMMC Registration
03/07/2013
Dr. Hoffman & Family,
I am sure there are no words that would take your pain away in this moment, so, I pray for your strength during this impossible time. Please know that my heart goes out to you and that we are all here to support you. Reed, his beautiful face, the way he made you feel, none of it will be forgotten. I know the journey to it will be difficult, but I hope you will be able to find peace.
Bridget & Ben Hoffman
03/07/2013
We are heartbroken over the loss of your beautiful boy and send our deepest condolences. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers. With love, Bridget & Ben
Dan Hoffman
03/07/2013
Ernie and Family,
It is difficult to think about the fact that Reed's life, simply put, was just too short. I can not imagine how painful this must be for you, i can only pray that he is at peace. The time spent around Reed on the cruise was a blessing, as he seemed to make people smile everywhere he went. Memories are forever....
michelle emery
03/07/2013
Dawn and Ernie,
i know words cannot describe the pain you both are enduring i have been and will be praying you find strength and comfort in the coming months and always cherish the memories you had with Reed as he is an angle know watching over his mommy and daddy and sister and brother and i know he is up there playing with firetrucks and riding horses and laughing just like he did when he was here.. heaven gained a precious lil boy who was the light of your eyes may he rest in peace and may you find peace and happiness again ;-) love you both dearly and that lil boy..
Blake and Cathy Smith
03/06/2013
Thinking everyday of you and your sweet little boy. We are praying that some how you get through this terrible time. Please let us know if you need anything at all.... you are in our hearts. *hugs*
Joe, Wendy & Holly Roberts
03/06/2013
Dear Dawn and Ernie, we feel so bad for you and your entire family. While we never had the pleasure of meeting Reed, we feel as though we knew him through all of the wonderful pictures we saw of him and the delightful stories we heard. We've been lifting you all up in prayer asking that God would be your strength - that he would carry you through this very difficult time. We love you.
Merri Cosentino & Family
03/05/2013
Dr. Hoffman and Dawn, our prayers go out to you and your family during this very sad and difficult time. May God comfort you and bring you strength, and help heal your hearts.
Joan Stromberg
03/05/2013
There just are no words that can express how sad we are for all of you. I pray that God gives you the strength that you need to get through this difficult time and hat you might find peace in knowing Reed is with his Father in heaven.
Michele, Ashley, Matthew, and John Payne
03/04/2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in deepest sympathy for this unbelievable loss. May you find strength in each other during this most difficult time. Take care.
Misty & Randy Peckham
03/04/2013
Ernie (Doc) & Dawn- So sorry to hear about Reed. We are sure your heart is breaking. We pray for you guys to have enough strength to get you through this!!! Every time we see a firetruck it will have a new meaning. Hope it does for you too. Take Care. Misty, Randy & Cole Peckham
Jennifer (Gordon) Maher & Family
03/04/2013
Ernie & family - I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Your all in our thoughts and prayers!