Hoffman, Frances L.

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Frances L. Hoffman, 86, of Galesburg, died at 12:26 p.m. Thursday, September 24, 2015 in Marigold Health Care Center.

She was born May 27, 1929 in Kewanee, Illinois, the daughter of William John and Mable J. (Wright) Blodgett. She married Theodore Earl Hoffman April 12, 1947 at First Baptist Church in Galesburg. He preceded her in death November 22, 1999.

She is survived by four children, Ted (and Hillary) Hoffman of Galesburg, Steve (and Judy) Hoffman of Pekin, Gary Hoffman of Abingdon, and Lisa (and Mark) Sprague of Cypress, Texas; 12 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and two sisters, Audrey Bellin and Shirley Brock. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two sons, John and Joe; a granddaughter, Crissy; and 10 brothers and sisters.

Frances worked at Kresge’s for many years before moving to K Mart, where she worked for 25 years before retiring January 5, 1994.   She was of the Baptist faith. Frances loved being around her large rambunctious family, especially for Sunday dinner. She was always generous with her time and thought the best of everyone. She loved singing, dancing, and working in her garden.

Visitation will be 6 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday, September 27, 2015 at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Chapel.   Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday, September 28, 2015 at the chapel with Rev. Jim Ecklund officiating.   Burial will follow in East Linwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions in her name may be made to Hospice Compassus. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.

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