Loring Colony- Joshua “Josh” Hofer 78, It
is with great heartache that Mr. Josh Hofer beloved husband,
father, brother, uncle grandfather, and great grandfather has
passed away peacefully in Billings hospital on October 15, 2018
with the love of his family surrounding him. Memorial services
will be Friday, October 19, 2018 10:00 AM at Loring Brethren
Church Internment to follow at Loring Colony Cemetery.
Condolences for the family may be left at
www.kirkwoodfuneralhome.com
He was born on May 28, 1940 in
Sterling Alberta. Then later moved to Deerfield MT. there he
married the love of his life Barbara Stahl of Stettler, Alberta.
From there they moved to Harlem MT. and started their wonderful
family of 7 children.
Dad had numerous jobs through his
lifetime blacksmith, and gardener. The family moved to Harlem in
1982 where he was also a German school teacher, minister,
poultry farmer, electrician, and plumber. His pride was being
organized, especially while working with mom and second son Josh
in the garden. Dad also helped his father manage the financial
business, then later continued on his own.
Through his retirement he enjoyed his
friends and family members. No one was a stranger to Grandpa.
His grandchildren and great grandchildren were his pride and
joy. What grandpa looked forward to the most every morning was
when Logan called him “Grandpa Can I come over?”
Josh was a man of true words and faithfully spoke of God. His
True Hero.
Dad and Moms love was like no other,
they were each other’s true soulmates from beginning to end.
Having each other brought them through tough times, with the
Lord there to guide them. You will be dearly missed and know
that we will take care of mom.
All his lifetime Grandpa was a
hardworking man and had a heart of gold. We cherish the moments
he spent with us, the advice that was given will remain forever
in our hearts.
Left to mourn is his precious wife
and family.
Rev. (Joe) Mary-Levi, Lorraine,
Jennifer, Carla & Justin. George (Rosa) - Nicole, Natalie,
Conrad, Kelly & Kimmie. (Miraim) Leonard, Beverly, Ashley, &
Darcy. Paul (Judy) – Janee, Joshua, Jerome & Pauline. (Gary) &
Millie bal. Josh (Sharon) - Travis, Terry & Teagan.
Guest Book
From: Richard Stuhlmacher
I didn't find out until today that Josh had passed away. Please accept my condolences. When I became the principal in Malta, Josh was the preacher and boss of the colony and my main contact concerning the school. I worked with him most of the time I was principal. May God bless your family.
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