Condolences for
Donald Carl Hoffmann

My deepest condolences to the Hoffman family. Don was a household name for many years, as he taught Industrial Arts with my husband Grant Gifford ( b 1947, d 2003) for a long time. I was so happy to read that Don started the Elementary IA program, which I thought was one of the best ideas in early childhood education. Maybe Don and Grant will be working together again soon, building something in Heaven- I would not doubt it! Whatever they build, you can bet that it will be from beautiful wood, and that it will last. You are in my prayers.
Nancy Gifford Humohreys
Doylestown

Dear Jan: I have long and fond memories of Don, beginning with my somewhat short 3-year tenure at William Tennent High School. I remember him as a great friend and talented colleague. I had the good fortune to maintain long-term contact with Don and you over 60 years. Please accept my condolences for the loss. It is a loss for all who knew him.

You will always be in our hearts in and out of the classroom.

I had Mr. Hoffman for shop at McDonald in the 70’s/early 80’s. He is one of the teachers that made class fun. He didn’t just turn you loose, he would teach you how the tool was used and why you did things the way you did. Many of my habits when working with tools 40 years later I owe to him. Truly, one of my favorite teachers. Rest In Peace, sir.

Dear Jan, my heartfelt sympathy goes to you and your family. It seems like yesterday that we were leaving Millersville ready to launch into teaching careers at William Tennent. Those first years were unforgettable. The camaraderie that we shared was remarkable. I'll always remember Don as a real friend at Millersville and on the job. We shared many interests in those days.

May time work its healing balm, and may your grief mellow into warm memories. Fondly, Ben