Joseph Albert Hoffman “Bang Bang”

Joseph Albert Hoffman “Bang Bang”, age 57, of Montgomery, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at Hennepin County Medical Center surrounded by his loved ones. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 9 from 9am to 11am at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Montgomery with a service following at 11am with Father Victor Valencia officiating. Military honors provided by the Montgomery area honor guard.

Joe was born on August 22, 1961 in Buffalo to John and Mary (Kalway) Hoffman. He was baptized in the Catholic faith and was raised and graduated in Rockford. Joe worked at Le Center Crane, Selly Construction and Proto Lab in Plymouth as a technician tech. Joe enjoyed playing cards, driving his motorcycle, visiting with friends, and was known for his one liners.

Joe is survived by special loving friend, Kitty McGuigan of Montgomery; Kittys daughters, Jenny and Kim; siblings; Elizabeth (Andy) Anderson of Monticello, Barbara (Gary) McDanial of Victoria, Irene (Bob) Kutz of Winsted, Jackie Bauer of Monticello, Mary (Doug) Pawelk of Winsted, John (Jody) Hoffman Jr. of Mora, Sandra (Matt) Stifter of Howard Lake, James (Julie) Hoffman of Otsego, Patricia Hessler (friend Patrick) and Paula Funke (friend Guillermo) of Apache Junction, Arizona; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Joe is preceded in death by his parents.

Arrangements are with the Schoenbauer Funeral Home in Montgomery. 507-357-6116. www.schoenbauerfuneralhome.com.