Services for Phil Hoffman, 75, of Lawrence, will be at 1 p.m. Friday, March 21, 2025, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. Private burial will take place in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Phil died on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital, surrounded by Marge, his wife, and family members.
He married Marjorie Holladay on June 21, 1986 in Lawrence, KS. She survives of the home. Other survivors include two brothers, Carl Hoffman, Topeka, KS, Lee Hoffman (Barb), Coeur d’Alene, ID, one sister, Linda Grossardt, Siloam Springs, AR and a number of nieces and nephews. Phil was also very close to Marge’s brothers and sisters, and nieces and nephews.
Phil was preceded in death by his parents and Elaine Hoffman, and Jim Grossardt.
He was born on August 12, 1949, in Lawrence, the son of Ralph and Mildred Hoffman. He graduated from Lawrence High School in 1967 and entered the Navy in 1968. He was honorably discharged from the Naval Air Technical Training Center in Georgia in 1971. He was a skilled printer for several printing companies in Lawrence and worked as a mechanic in 1974 for M&M Oil Company. He was employed with M&M Oil Company for 28 years and became general manager in 1993. After the closing of M&M Oil he worked as a custodian for USD 497.
Phil received the Eagle Scout rank while a member of Troop 55 and served as a assistant scout master from 1971 through 1978. Phil & Marge enjoyed taking their 1930 Model “A” Deluxe Ford Roadster to car shows throughout the Midwest. He and Marge also enjoyed traveling in and out of the United States. Phil also enjoyed fishing and hot air ballooning.
Visitation will take place in the reception area of Rumsey-Yost after the service. Graveside services will be private.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the Disabled Veterans, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, PO Box 1260, Lawrence, KS 66044.
What a wonderful man. I know that all who knew and loved him are in pain and I hope that you can find comfort in knowing that he was remarkable. He will be missed…I am so glad I got to meet him. Praying for you all.
MAY YOUR HEART’S MEMORY POCKET WRAP AROUND YOU AND HELP YOU FIND YOUR PEACE AS HE AS FOUND HIS…. WE CARE…
May your heart stay filled with the joy, love and laughter you shared with Phil. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marg, So sorry to read of Phil’s death. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May the memories you have fill your heart.
Sending thoughts and prayers, Marge & family. May God comfort you during this trying time.
Marge, my heart hurts for you. Phil was a good man, a solid support, a great partner for you. I’m sorry for your loss.
Please accept my condolences. I am so sorry for your loss. I went to school with Phil, he was known for his kindness and gentle nature. Heaven became richer, when he arrived…. I send Blessings for his Precious Soul.
Marge- I am so sorry. I only got to meet Phil the time I stayed with you both but he was so kind, and took care of the mini bus I had to drive, airing up the tires and making it safer for me to drive. And you both made me feel so welcomed. His kindness won’t ever be forgotten.
Phil was a wonderful man who brought so much light to my sister’s life. Phil will be truly missed in so many ways. We are grateful for the memories we were able to build and will miss so many things Phil brought to our lives. Jackie is already missing his smoked bacon.
I am so sorry for the loss of Uncle Phil. I have such fond memories of when he and Aunt Marge got married—such a beautiful time for our family…and a handful of summers ‘with the crew’ in Kansas. His middle name, Ray, feels fitting, as his steady presence was like a quiet light that remained constant over the years. I know how much he meant to my dad and to all who knew him. My heart is with our family during this difficult time. Gentle hugs to everyone.