Dwight Lynn Hoffman, 51, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home with loved ones by his side, on Friday, November 5, 2010. Dwight was born in Hastings on January 18, 1959. He was the 5th of 6 children born to Darrell J. Hoffman and Barbara R. (Allen) Hoffman. He attended Hastings area schools and later received his GED. Dwight mastered many things in his life but mostly enjoyed being a truck driver and doing mechanic work. He was an accomplished musician and was widely known for his singing and music talents. Dwight was married to Melinda (Hokanson), mother of Brandon. He was married to Bonnie (Clouse), mother of Amanda, until her death. On April 4, 1987, Dwight married Gail (Warren), mother of Crystal. Dwight was preceded in death by his father, Darrell J. Hoffman, maternal grandparents, paternal grandparents and step sons Albert Warren Jr. and David Clouse. He is survived by Gail, his wife of 23 years, son Brandon (Kelli) Hoffman, daughters, Amanda Hoffman and Crystal Hoffman. Step children, Chuck Warren, Cliff Clouse, Valory (Randy) Rice, Jim (Diane) Clouse and Stephanie (Tim) Wieczorkowski. Granddaughters, Michael and Rylee Hamp. Grandson Anthony Warren. Nine step grandchildren and 3 step great grandchildren. Mother Barbara Hoffman. Sisters, Debby Baker, Mickey Harvath and Brenda Hoffman. Brothers, Darrell Hoffman and Robert Hoffman. Nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and many friends. A memorial service will take place at Thornapple Valley Church in Hastings on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at 3pm. Following the service family and friends will gather at the Delton Moose. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the family. \r
Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Please visit our website to leave a message or memory to the family. (www.girrbachfuneralhome.net).