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Joseph Edward Hoffert

Joseph Edward “Joe” Hoffert, the son of Richard and Gladys (Steier) Hoffert was born on October 4th, 1956 in Rugby, North Dakota.  He died at the age of 57 years on Saturday, September 13th, 2014 at the Heart of America Medical Center in Rugby from injuries suffered from a tree trimming fall at his home.

Joe was raised in the Rugby home of his parents and graduated from Rugby High School, the class of 1975.  He completed his education at North Dakota State School of Science in Wahpeton, receiving his Associate Degree in auto mechanics.  Upon graduation, he returned to Rugby where he took a position with Johnnie’s Motor Sales as an auto technician.  On November 5, 1977, he was united in marriage to Kristy Kittilson at Little Flower Catholic Church in Rugby.  Following their marriage, the couple made their home and raised their family in Rugby.  In 1982, Joe and Kent Christenson formed a partnership, establishing C&H Repairs which he operated until his death.  Joe was the embodiment of a true sportsman, who lived, breathed and slept hunting and fishing, was the “Master” of meat smoking and sausage making and enjoyed camping, gardening, being with his grandchildren and family.

Joe is survived by his beloved wife, Kristy; daughter, Kali (Ryan) Muchow of Morehead, Minnesota; sons, Brent (Chantel) of Fargo and Aaron of Rugby; four grandchildren, Treyton and Talyn Hoffert and Eli and Ayden Muchow; his father, Richard (Sheri) of Bismarck; one sister, Deb (Gary) Mundahl of Bismarck; three brothers, Terry (Lyla) of Rugby, Mark (Miranda) of Bismarck and Keith (Stacie) of Mandan; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  He was preceded in death by one daughter, Jessica Hoffert; and his mother.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday in the Little Flower Catholic Church, Rugby with burial in the church cemetery.  Fr. Tom Graner, Celebrant.

Visitation will be from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday with a time of sharing of memories and prayers at 7 p.m. and will continue on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., all in the Anderson Funeral Home of Rugby.  There will be no reviewal in the church.


Posted Condolences:

We just read about Joe's accident in the paper. We are very sorry to learn about this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jay and Betty Helmick


I was so sorry to hear about Joe's accident. Richard, Kristi, you and your family are all in my thoughts and prayers. Dawn Anderson


My most sincere condolences to Joe's family. I will keep you in my prayers.
Vickie Vogel


We are very sorry to hear about the passing of Joe. You will be in our prayers and thoughts during this time of grieving.
Peace to you,
Tim and Liz Toenjes


At a loss for words, my deepest sympathy Richard, Kristi and all the family. So sorry for your loss. God needed another angel and has a special place for Joe. You are all in my thoughts parayers.
Blessings & Prayers,
Mike & Diane Miller Lee


Our prayers and condolences. It is never easy when one of our loved ones leaves our company. Our Lord brought Joe Home because Heaven needed another Angel!
Steven D. Fairweather


So sorry to hear of this tragic accident. Joe looks so much like his father. I have very fond memories of Richard as we were growing up. No one can even begin to understand the pain of losing one of your children...no matter how old the children are! My heart grieves with you.
Judy "deck"weisenberger


Dearest Kristy & family, Just happened upon your husband's death and my heart is so sad for you. Kim enjoyed having you for a sister and really liked Joe a lot. We looked forward seeing your family grow through the Christmas cards you sent him. I wish somehow your heart and soul may find peace & comfort. Yours truly, Debbie Helmick

 


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