Col. Larry A. Hoff USAF Ret.

1946 - 2011

Col. Larry A. Hoff USAF Ret. obituary, 1946-2011, Loganville, GA

BORN

1946

DIED

2011

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Eternal Hills Funeral Home and Cremation

3594 Stone Mountain Highway

Snellville, Georgia

Larry Hoff Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 21, 2011.

Col. Larry Alan Hoff, USAF (Ret), of Loganville, passed away on Thursday, October 20, 2011, after a long and courageous battle with esophageal and liver cancer. Larry was born on November 8, 1946 in Monroe, WI to Glen and June Hoff, Sr. Col. Hoff entered the United States Air Force in 1968 after receiving his commission from ROTC at San Jose State University. He was a career pilot, unconventional warfare officer and Joint Staff Officer who had commanded at all levels from detachment to Squadron. During Operation Desert Shield\Storm, Col. Hoff was the Director of the Joint Staff Crisis Action Team (CAT). He followed this with assignments as the Director of Operations for the United Nations Special Commission for Iraq (UNSCOM) responsible for planning and conducting international inspections for weapons of mass destruction within Iraq. He followed that with an assignment as Director of Special Management (AMC-TACC) where he was responsible as Director of NATO Air Operations for NATO AFSOUTH for planning and operations of the NATO imposed peace between Croatia, Bosnia, and Serb combatants in the former Yugoslavia. After retirement, in 1995, he served thirteen years as the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) for GA-956, Senior Representative for AFJROTC region COAR-2 HQAFJROTC, and as Director of Emergency Management for Walton County Public School System. He retired in June 2010. Col. Hoff was also an assistant professor of Health Science/Emergency Management for TUI University. He was a member of the American Legion(Department of Georgia Junior Vice Commander), National Sojourners(Commander of Hero's of 76), Daedalion Society of Military Pilots, Air Force Association, Military Officers Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Royal Order of Scotland(president), Loganville Shrine Club(past treasurer and vice president), Yaarab Shrine and Legion of Honor, York Rite, Scottish Rite and Columbia Lodge #91. Col. Hoff married Linda Baker Hoff on June 29, 2001. He is survived by his wife Linda of Loganville, son Michael Hoff and wife Catherine of Medford Lakes, NJ, daughter Tiffany L. Byrne and husband Tim of Medford Lakes, stepdaughter Persephone L. Galambos and husband Gregory, stepsons Andrew H. Chandler III of Loganville and Capt. Landon Chandler and wife Erin,USAF, of New Mexico, brother Glen E. Hoff, Jr. and wife Patty, parents-in-law John and Isabel Baker and grandchildren Abigail, TJ, Riley, Chandler and Hayden. Visitation will be from 10am-12pm on Sunday, November 6, 2011, at Eternal Hills Funeral Home. Memorial services will be at 12:00 pm on Sunday, November 6, 2011, in the Eternal Hills Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Elliott Foss officiating. Inurnment will be at 12:00 pm on Monday, November 7, 2011, at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, GA. The family would like to thank Dr. Ravi Sarma and Suburban Hematology in Snellville, GA for the excellent care given to Larry during his illness. They would also like to thank Abbey Hospice in Social Circle, GA along with the American Legion Department of Georgia and Loganville American Legion. The Hoff family would also like to thank the many family members and friends for their prayers and kindnesses shown to them during this very difficult time. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, specifically to liver cancer research, or to the American Legion Department of Georgia Hoff/Helton Fund. Please join us in celebrating Larry's life by visiting www.eternalhillsfuneralhome.com. Eternal Hills Funeral Home, 770.972.3155. Arrangements under the direction of Eternal Hills Funeral Home, Snellville, GA.

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December 22, 2011

Joaquin and Erika Mixco

Professor Hoff, was not only a great teacher and excellent resource, we were at the beginning of what I hoped would become a friendship which would transcend school and develop us both as Emergency Managers and members of our community.

God only takes the good ones first.

I will miss him more than I will ever really know.

jm

December 17, 2011

Robert Davidson

Col Hoff was the instructor for my Combating Terrorism course when I was working towards my Master's at then Touro University. I was able to meet him and his wife over coffee at Dyess AFB in May 2011. We talked for quite awhile and it was like I'd known him for years.

We have lost a great American, but the citizens in Heaven have another fine member!

Robert "Harley" Davidson II, Lt Col, USAF

November 28, 2011

Cameron Mitchell

Col Hoff was a great mentor and leader. He will be missed by all who knew him. My prayers and those of my family go out to you.

LTC Cameron G. Mitchell
DISA-United States Special Operations Command

November 16, 2011

Col Larry Hoff - an officer, a gentleman, a scholar, a husband, and a friend. These words do not begin to describe what a great man Larry was, I will miss him terribly.

Larry lives on in the hearts and minds of all he touched.

Godspeed, my dear friend.

Linda and Family - My condolences in your time of sorrow.

CMSgt (Ret) Mary Kahn

November 13, 2011

Ashleigh Stapleton

Even though i was unable to attend the service i will always remember Colonel Hoff in my heart. He was a great man and he was like a father to many of the ROTC cadets of Monroe Area, Loganville, and Walnut Grove High Schools. He was an inspiration to all and he was a great friend, father, husband, son, and brother to his fellow soldiers. He influenced me in ways that i cannot begin to completely fathom all that he has done, not only for me, but for all American citizens.
*~*Cadet Airman First Class Ashleigh Stapleton*~*

November 12, 2011

Brian Cahill

A great teacher and mentor.

November 10, 2011

Stasha Echols

Col Hoff was not only my son's ROTC instructor, but he was a great influence in my son's life. He was also a great influence to me. He encouraged everyone he met to be a better person just by being himself. Col Hoff is truly one of the most honorable people I have ever met. I was very blessed to have known him. Larry and Linda became true friends to my entire family.

November 10, 2011

David Bystrom

Throughout my life I have met people who have changed me, among them there are few have influenced my life. One of these few is Col. Larry Hoff. At the age of 14 I had no idea what I was going to do in my life. I joined the ROTC because it sounded like an interesting thing to do at the time. I never intended to remain in or even become an officer in the ROTC. Col Hoff however, motivated me to do everything I have done today. When he retired and left the ROTC I had done everything I could to hold up the standards he had left. The standards he had taught us became precious and dear to us. In doing this I realized he had left us his legacy. Knowing this, he still to this day influences my life by using his legacy to create my own. He then helped me to become what I am now a soldier in the US Army. Thank you Col. Larry Hoff.

With Love
PFC David Bystrom, US Army

November 9, 2011

Sean Chramega

Thank you for instruction at TUI University. You were a guiding influence for me. God Bless you and your family Sir.

November 8, 2011

David Mann

Like so many here, I was a student of COL Hoff's, and he truly inspired and challenged me like no teacher I have ever had. My heart is saddened to hear of his passing. He will be missed every day until I get to meet him in the next life.
MAJ(P) David Mann

November 7, 2011

Brenda Adams

We salute your veteran. Our condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.

November 6, 2011

Carol Weeks

whether a cooking spoon, a jet joystick, or classroom chalk...you always had a plan in hand. Organizing a plan for us on the otherside, Colonel? I have no doubts. See you someday soon. You left many blessings.

November 5, 2011

SGM Ellis Kelsey

Dr. Hoff,

You have been a true inspiration to your students. You have truly been a blessing to me. My sincerest condolenses go out to the Hoff family. You will always be in my prayers.

November 5, 2011

Tony Barker

I was a recent student of Larry and found him to be the most engaging professor I have ever had. I am saddened and shocked to hear of his passing. With deepest sympathy and I will always remember his teachings.

November 4, 2011

Staff and Friends Mellow Mushroom Brookhaven

With deepest sympathies, we wish your family peace.

November 2, 2011

Ann Kimble

My deepest sympathy for Lynda and the family....

November 2, 2011

Msgt. Allen McCutcheon,USAF, Ret

Larry was my commander 28 years ago,but more than that we became good friends for life.He was one of the few that I admired, I'll miss you my Brother.

November 1, 2011

Dansez and Wil Woodrum

Mrs. Hoff and family,
I am terribly sorry for your loss. Col. Hoff was an inspiring man and am honored to have had him as my J.ROTC instructor. I wish Wil and I could be there for the ceremony

October 31, 2011

George Heraghty, Sr.

I only knew Col. Hoff a short while. It became immediately obvious he was a person of extraordinary character. He touched the lives of many. He shaped the souls and minds of the youth he taught. He served our country with courage and his community with compassion.

My deepest sympathy for Linda and his family. We have lost a great American.
See you on the other side Sir.

October 31, 2011

Ivan Diaz

An eternal thanks for your service!
--Ivan Diaz, PhD (TUI)

October 30, 2011

Antoine Liggons

My condolences to your family from mines. A leader has gone to meet with the ultimate leader. May God continue to bless you!

October 30, 2011

Ken Trummell

Larry .. you will be missed ..

October 30, 2011

Byron Stancliff

Sir,

Please forward my condolences to his family. Dr. Hoff was a very engaging instructor. I noticed right away this term when he wasn't available, and he was missed. He served his country honorably as well, and I could tell he was a man of integrity and patriotism. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

V/R,

BYRON D. STANCLIFF, Maj, USAF
Commander, 69 MXS
Grand Forks AFB, ND
[email protected]
DSN: 362-2586
Comm: 701-747-2586
BB: 701-641-8303

October 30, 2011

William Mendelsohn

Sir,

Please extend my deepest sympathies to Col Hoff's family. He was my instructor for two courses and I greatly appreciated his guidance. His sincere interest in the subject matter and his students was evident by the interest he took in corresponding with me on my course work.

Very Respectfully,

WILLIAM R. MENDELSOHN
CPT, MS, CAARNG
S1
224TH SUSTAINMENT BRIGADE

W (562) 594-1509
C (909) 576-5775
F (562) 594-1571

October 30, 2011

Heather Veronica Southby

Thank you, Dr. Hoff, for inspiring me with your words in thoughtful, compassionate feedback -- which I saved, and keep in my heart always.

For years you were my only Professor and so I kept your brilliant smiling photograph on my desk, Sir; reminding me to shine with truth through buffed intellect, and "to honor and glory may our perseverance end". Thank you for the connection and bonds you made here, even with mere me (an online student of yours), my good and kind teacher, Professor, and friend -- I always felt.

May God bless you in your passing, Sir -- and for having answered my every email with earnestness, human heart, and ploy for a better future by your teaching, inspiring, and believing in me.

Maj Heather Veronica Southby, USAF, NC

October 30, 2011

Randy James

Col. Hoff,
Thank you for your service to the country and your dedication to the students of TUI. You will be greatly missed.

October 29, 2011

Joselito Aviado

My deepest condolence to the family and friends of Col. Hoff. Thank you for your kindness, generosity and love for education.

October 29, 2011

Dasha' Johnson

My condolences to the family

October 29, 2011

"A true inspirational leader and a good mentor, you will be missed." Lt Fon, (USAFE).

October 29, 2011

Rita George

I am so sorry for your loss, may the good memories be there for you. I was never honored to meet Professor Hoff, but he was my instructor for two of my final courses and he helped me so much with his positive attitude, his knowledge and mostly with his encouraging words of advice. He always seemed to be there for us students and he will be truly missed. God Bless you and your family.

October 28, 2011

Dr. Hoff, thank you for all that you've done for the TUI students. I always received many compliments from them and you made this a better University.

October 28, 2011

Mary Ann Best-Rabonza

My most sincerest and earnest heartfelt condolences for the family, friends, professional acquaintances and I must include myself being a former graduate student of Dr. Hoff. I was just speaking of Dr. Hoff Wednesday, night 10.26.2011 to my brother and sister- in-Christ after Bible study, how the Lord used Dr. Hoff in my life to make miracles happen. I have also been ill and working towards regaining my health and he always encouraged and inspired me. To date I have his words hanging in front of my desk as I am still "pressing forward" (Dr. Hoff's exact words) to complete my graduate degree in spite of setbacks and delays caused by physical maladies. I shall never forget the blessing I received in knowing him; truly it was a most incredible honor! The blessing is that I know it is not good bye as I will see him again and actually for the first time but it will be eternal! May God bless you and keep you in His loving and comforting arms throughout the days ahead as I know he will be incredibly missed. I am just blessed to have his words resonate in my heart, mind and soul to "press forward" and now he has.

Sincerely,
Mary Ann Best-Rabonza/M.S.H.S.c/Public Health

October 28, 2011

R Palomo

Dear Hoff Family,
My condolences. May the Lord of peace, Jesus Christ, be with your family during this time of sadness. I appreciate Dr. Huff and your family for the sacrifice and service to our country. Thank you for blessing us.

October 28, 2011

Thank you for serving as a member of the faculty at Trident! - Cypress, California

October 28, 2011

Sharon Campbell

I did not have the honor of knowing this man,but any man that dedicated his life to serving this great country and then teaching his comrades will truely be missed. May he rest in peace in the hands of the lord.

October 28, 2011

Earl Marion

My condolences to the Hoff family for the loss of the Colonel. I learned a lot from most airforce officers as a paratrooper and how important getting flying time in which didn't seem very important to me at the time,early 1965. But to be the witness to the accuracy and bravery shown by airforce pilots like Mr. Hoff

October 27, 2011

Joey Neve

Thoughts and prayers during this time. I only knew Dr. Hoff for a short period during my final class. He will be missed

October 27, 2011

Robert Gibbons

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

October 27, 2011

Robert Gibbons

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

October 27, 2011

Jeremiah Paschal

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

October 26, 2011

James Whelan

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

October 26, 2011

SSgt. Mike Holloway USMC

You were a good man and a true leader.
Semper Fi Sir.

October 25, 2011

Ivy & Mac McCutcheon

Our heartfelt sympathy to Linda & family! May God keep you in his loving arms as you bid farewell to Larry.

October 24, 2011

With thoughts of Deepest Sympathy,
Vickie and Clifford Rollins

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