David W. Hoff, 62 of Forks Township, PA went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 16, 2018 with his family by his side. He was born at Betts Hospital on July 8, 1955 in Easton, PA, the oldest son of Lois J. (Pysher) Hoff of Vero Beach, FL and the late William E. Hoff. He was married to the love of his life, Carol A. (Stecker) Hoff, celebrating their 45th wedding anniversary on January 20, 2018. He graduated from Belvidere High School in 1973 and cum laude from Allentown College St. Francis de Sales in 1996. He worked for Hoffmann-LaRoche for 30 years and then DSM for 10 years in Belvidere, NJ retiring early to spend more time with his family including his beloved grandchildren.
David was a past president of the Forks Township Athletic Association, past president of the Forks Township Recreation Board and served as a Forks Township Supervisor for 12 years, including 6 years as Chairman of the Board. He was involved in the decision to build the new municipal complex and helped to create the design for the recreation fields at the Forks Municipal Park.
He grew up playing baseball with his love for the sport evidenced throughout his high school career. He continued playing adult softball for many years in various leagues throughout the area. This passion led him to coach and teach children to play sports which he truly loved. He was a coach for baseball, basketball and softball in Forks Township for many years while his children were growing up. He then coached his grandchildren in Wilson and Bethlehem Township and served as Wilson Softball Commissioner for two years. His last position was assistant coach for his youngest granddaughter’s traveling softball team, the Renegades.
David’s family came first in his life and he enjoyed taking trips with them around the country. Many family memories were made during travels with his children and grandchildren. His last trip was in April with his son David and grandson Austin to San Antonio, TX to attend the Final Four Men’s Basketball Tournament. He was a volunteer at Avona Elementary School, chaperoning class trips, parties and various other activities. David was actively involved in genealogy research with his wife and was proud to trace his roots back to pre-Revolutionary War time. He also worked with his wife and friends restoring broken and damaged headstones in the historic section of a local cemetery.
Surviving with his wife and mother are his four children: David M. of Tampa, FL, Amy M. Shupp (husband Richard C.) of Bethlehem Twp., Ryan C. (wife Janice) of Wilson Borough, Shannon A. of Bethlehem Twp.; four grandchildren: Alexis and Tyler Shupp, Austin and Addison Hoff; brother: Randy Hoff of Harmony, NJ and sister: Donna Pensack of Vero Beach, FL.
Services are 10 AM Tuesday (June 19) in Forks United Church of Christ, 4500 Sullivan Trail, Stockertown, PA with visitation 6 to 8 PM Monday in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA. Interment is in Forks Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Jim & Sharon Fox
June 17, 2018 at 8:42 am
So sorry for your loss. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob & Sandra Sirotnak Phoenix Az.
June 17, 2018 at 4:50 pm
So sorry to hear about David, we knew him the day he was born. We will be in touch with the family.
Peggy White
June 17, 2018 at 9:04 pm
Heaven gained another angel. Our hearts break here but our smiles remind us we will see you again.
Steven R. Blasi, D.O.
June 18, 2018 at 2:04 am
To all of Mr. Hoff’s family and friends, I would like to offer my sincerest condolences. a truly wonderful man who maintained his sense of humor and love of family even in the face of adversity. In so many ways, I wish that I could have done more and would have done more. I know that he is at peace and smiling down upon all of you. He is your guardian angel in Heaven. If there is a softball team up there in Heaven, I know that he is playing and coaching. Wishing all of you comfort in this most difficult time.
Tracy laubach
June 18, 2018 at 1:20 pm
So sorry to hear of David’s passing my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Paul Kuzma
June 18, 2018 at 8:51 pm
I am very sorry to hear of David passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies on your loss.
Fran Cardone
June 19, 2018 at 4:27 pm
I’m very sad to hear about the passing of Dave. I knew him from the Roche/DSM days and I remember him as being kind, patient, and always a smile on his face. I hope all the wonderful memories of him bring you peace during this difficult time.
James Bryant
June 19, 2018 at 5:49 pm
I worked with Dave for many years at Roche/DSM. I found him to always be pleasant and kind. I mourn with you but the sure hope is we will see him again because Jesus has given us eternal life through our trust and faith in Him.
May God’s power, strength and love comfort the entire family as you grieve over your beloved one. May the abiding love of God bring you comfort, peace and joy. God bless you all. The love of God be with you.l.
In Christ’s Love,
Jim Bryant
Erik Chuss
June 21, 2018 at 4:35 pm
Carol and Family,
I was so sorry to just hear of David’s passing. We all thank David for his time spent on the Forks Twp Board of Supervisors and as a volunteer with the Recreation Department. Dave had provided me with very welcome guidance and support which I still remember to this day. My thoughts and prayers are with David, you, and your entire family. God bless.
Erik Chuss
Mitch Melendez
June 23, 2018 at 12:52 pm
My sincerest condolences to Dave’s entire family.
I worked with Dave for many years at Roche. Dave was as dedicated to his job as he was to his family. We shared many good times and laughs together.
May you find comfort, peace in this difficult time. God bless you all.
Joan Tomminelli, Cape Coral FL
July 9, 2018 at 1:09 pm
Dear Lois and family of David . I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Dave.
My deepest sympathies to all of you. As some of the people above have said you have an angel in heaven who is watching over all of you.