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Beloved father of Robert J III, Heidi, and Erin. Dear oldest brother of John, Kathleen, Marty, Mary Pat, Tom, Eileen, Maureen, and Colleen. Grandfather, cousin, friend, and "Uncle Bob" to many.

Preceded in death by his parents Robert J Sr and Catherine (nee Munroe) Hoffman.

From his son, Bobby:

"This weekend I lost the man who taught me how to hunt, fish, and feel at home in the outdoors. I love and miss you, Dad. …

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We lost Bob too soon. I prayed for him to get more help, but each person has to make their own choices. God Bless you, …
We lost Bob too soon. I prayed for him to get more help, but each person has to make their own choi…
We lost Bob too soon. I prayed for him to get more help, but eac…
Bob always listened to me on the radio when I was the "Morning Man" on WCFL in the '80s. Plus he followed me on the Iri…
Bob always listened to me on the radio when I was the "Morning Man" on WCFL in the '80s. Plus he fo…
Bob always listened to me on the radio when I was the "Morning M…

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Around St. Patrick's Day I am reminded of WHY 5, the band I sang and played in with my brothers and…

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Around St. Patrick's Day I am reminded of WHY 5, the band I sang and played in …

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Fishing and hunting
Fishing and hunting
Fishing and hunting
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Bob liked The Beatles and he played bass guitar in a band with brother John in their…
Bob liked The Beatles and he played bass guitar in a band with brother John in their early tee…
Bob liked The Beatles and he played bass guitar in a band with brother John in their early teens.

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Born

November 12th, 1948
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Gained a sibling, John Michael

1950
Chicago, IL
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Gained a sibling, Kathleen Marie

1951
Chicago, IL

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