Albert Hofferber
Super Bowl Sunday, February 1st, 2009, our father, grandfather, and great-grandfather Albert Hofferber 83, passed away in his home of natural causes. Al was born September 30, 1925 in Billings. He was the 3rd oldest of 4 brothers and 4 sisters born to Reinhold and Lydia (Lesser) Hofferber. Al was born in and retired in Billings.
Al was raised in Billings graduating from Billings Senior in 1943. He enlisted in the Navy in 1943, was stationed in the Pacific Theater serving as a CB 2nd Class, until honorably discharged in 1946. In high school, Al befriended Louis Day, who introduced him to his sister, Delia Day. Al and Delia (Dal) were married in 1946 and spent the next 47 years of their lives together until her untimely death in 1993 of cancer.
Al loved playing golf, gardening, working his daily cross word puzzles, and cheering for the Denver Broncos on Sundays. He spent a lot of time watching the local high school sporting events and watching the Mustangs and the legion baseball teams at the old Cobb Field. Al and Dal enjoyed many trips together touring the Southwest. Al was employed with a wholesale magazine distributorship in Billings before moving on to hospitality management with Dal all over the western U.S., until their retirement.
After Dal’s death, Al became very involved in the community donating his time for various local programs. In 1999 he was honored as Senior Citizen of the Year through the Agency of Aging. He spent several years delivering for Meals on Wheels, also donating his time selling tickets for the MSU-Billings basketball events.
Al is preceded in death by his parents; his wife Dal; bothers Ruben and Don; and sister Lila. Al is survived by his children: Rick of Billings, Perry of Bozeman, Cathey (Dennis) Brady of Missoula, and Debbie (Malcolm) Turner of Maui. His grandchildren: Tim Hofferber of Billings, Nathan (Jamie) Hofferber of Florida, Cale Hofferber of California, Katy (Carl) Grassel of Bozeman, Adam (Myriah) Brady of Honolulu, currently stationed in Iraq, Sara Turner, Nicholas Turner of Maui, Matt (Joan) Brady, Brett (Cariann) Brady of Salt Lake City. Great-grandchildren Hannah and Joshua of Salt Lake City. Al is also survived by his brothers: Leroy (Judy) of Missoula, Archie (Judy) of Billings, sisters: Alma Kramer of Billings, Joyce Collins of Portland, OR, and Joan Hofferber of Billings, several nieces and nephews.
The casket will be open for visitation from 10:00am to 5:00pm., on Thursday at Michelotti-Sawyers . A reception will be held prior to the funeral from1:00-2:00 pm, Friday, February 6th at First Congregational Church, 310 N. 27th St., The funeral Service will begin at 2:30 p.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Remembrances
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Dear Cathey & Family,
We were sorry to hear about the loss of your father. May the many memories of his life help you through this difficult time.
Your Friend
Ole & Barb Olson
Dear Tim,
I was so sorry to hear about your Grandpa's death. I will always remember him as a very loving Grandpa, one every child would be lucky to have. He and your Grandma were always there for you, Tim. I will be forever greatful for that. He and your Grandma always included Jens and Jens remembers that kindness. Jens said what he remembers is Al giving him candy bars at the newsstand! You and all of the family are in my thoughts.
I love you, Mom
To the family of Al,
I had the pleasure of having Al as my boss, at the Prime Rate Motel in the early 1980's. Al was a kind, fair, and considerate man to work for. He always had a smile, and something nice to say. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fondly,
Melanie (Shikany) McCulloch
I worked with Al at Billings New and enjoyed getting to know him. He was a very nice gentleman. My thought and prayers are with you.
Debbie (St. John) Carlsen
Dear Hofferber Family,
Al was a memorable "one of a kind" guy. His smile could light up a room. I admired him because he didn't just talk the talk, but became involved and helped others in the community. I am glad that he was recognized for these efforts with the Senior Citizen of the Year award in 1999. He is now at peace with Dal. Take care and God Bless.
Pastor David and Kathy Munson
Red Lodge, Montana
On behalf of the Laurel Basketball Pool we would like to send our prayers and thoughts to all of you! Tim you are our Brother, Friend and Family. God Bless to all of you.
Laurel Basketball Officials