We are so sorry we were unable to deliver our condolences to you personally. The loss of this fine honorable man is huge. Rick was a great boss and a thoughful person and the one who always stood by his team. I worked with Rick for a couple of years and will miss his professional ‘can-do’ attitude, his dedication to the job and his ability to get the best out of everyone around him. I admired Rick's determination in fighting through the illness and I know that he is in a good place now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Gail

My deepest condolences.  Rick was always the "go to" man.  His professional manner and approach to service to others will be sorely missed.  I am a better person for having known him.  Peace

Bob Redmond

Gail, It was really nice to see you at the viewing last night after so many years had passed. It is just sad that Rick's passing was the event that brought this about. My deepest condolences to you and your loved ones. Rick was a great person, both to work with and on a personal level. I enjoyed our conversations where we compared notes on home improvement projects we were working on. Rick, you will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Garrett Mattingly

A great friend that will be truly missed. Many years of fun memories and stories to tell. A sad loss so soon in his life. Much Love and gratitude goes to you Gail for your strength and courage through these last turbulent months. May we continue to raise a glass to Rick's spirit as it lives on with us all. True freinds stay friends til the end.  Much love and condolences to all the family, kids, grandkids. Love Greg Amanda and girls. xxxxx

Gail and Hoffman Family,
  Please accept my sincere condolences.  I worked with Rick a lot over the last several years.  He is the most dependable person that I have ever known.  He was a man of courage and strength over the last year or so and have snown us what it means to endure.  His smile and endurance was a blessing and for that I am greatful.  Thank you for sharing such a wonderful person with us.  We will see "Mr. Smiley" as I referred to him one day again on the other side.  Know I am praying and keepying you all lifted up during this time.  Take care.

Gail and the Hoffman family, I was saddened to hear of Rick's passing but comforted at the same time to know he is in a better place. I worked with Rick for a number of years at the FDIC and i feel priviledged to have known him. He is a hardworking, honest, loyal, dedicated family man and i will truly miss him as a co-worker and a friend. WE LOST A GREAT ONE. REST IN PEACE, RICK.

Gail,
Rick truly was one of the good guys.  I'll miss him.  Praying for you and the family.
Clarisse Owens

Gail and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Rick's passing.  I can't imagine the sadness you are feeling and you'll be in my thoughts and prayers for the months to come.  It is clear by the many postings, that you and Rick have been blessed by the friendship of many...please lean on them during this time of need.  We all love you very much!  

Lisa Bickel

Gail and Family - I was saddened to hear of Rick's passing.  He was an outstanding person who I was proud to call my friend.  He will be greatly missed!

I am so terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Rick was very special friend to many of us at FDIC. My condolences are to his family and his friend. 

My deepest Sympathies,

Aziz M. Hatami

To Gail and Family,
Rick was an exceptional boss and even better human being. I had the privilege to work with Rick for 5 wonderful years here at the FDIC. I will miss his infectious laughter and great attitude. May God bless you during your time of bereavement.

Our deepest condolences to the Hoffman family.  Rick was a very kind neighbor, he will be missed greatly.  Dino, Debi and Scott

Gail and the Hoffman family- Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.  Steve and I were fortunate to be Rick's and your friends and are thankful for all the great memories we will always have.  Rick was a great person, and I know he will be greatly missed.

OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, I MET BOTH OF YOU ON BRANDON AND LOMMIE'S WEDDING. I THOUGHT THE WORLD OF BOTH OF YOU. YOU HAD A GREAT IMPACK ON ME. LOVE YOU BOTH

Gail and family, I’m deeply sorry for your loss and offer my heartfelt condolences. I feel that your loss is a loss to all the people who knew Rick. Every person is unique in their own way. Rick was unique here, at FDIC, among us, his co-workers and friends. He was not just a great team lead but was also a person who always stood by his co-workers in all the difficult times and made sure that we never gave up. He was bringing optimism, humor and kindness to work every day to share with us. He will be sorely missed.
The best and most memorable things cannot be seen, nor touched...but are felt in the heart.

Gail, My heart is saddened for you with the loss of Rick.  Keith and Brandon, my wonderful sons, We will always cherish the continued memories of your dad, and Just remember I Love you both very much.  Wish I was there to help comfort you all, Remember the joys and laughter you shared with him, and that he is now "Free". Love you Guys.  Debbie Wallace

Gail & Family:  Our deepest sympathies on your loss.  Rick was a good man  and we enjoyed getting to know him during our Mexico trips and other social gatherings. Stay strong and keep his memory alive in your hearts.
Mike & Pam Stroble

Gail and Family, Our deepest sympathies are with you in your time of need.  We cannot begin to fathom your deep sorrow at Rick’s untimely death.   May your strength prevail to help you through this difficult time.  Please know that we are thinking of you.  Let us know if we can do anything to help.

To the Hoffman family :

I am so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. He was a really good man that enjoyed life to it's fullest. He will be greatly missed. Rick and all of you will be in my prayers!

Ed Schlereth

Gail and family, I want you to know how blessed I feel of having the priviledge to work so many years with Rick at the FDIC. He was a very honest, trustworthy and straightforward man. I admire his optimism and spirit that he exhibited during this battle; traits that he exhibited in all parts of his life. Traits that were contangeous to all around him. I am deeply saddened by the loss of an outstanding co-worker and an even better friend. He will be sorely missed by all that were blessed to have known him. My family and I will keep Rick and you in our prayers. May his memory live long in the hearts of all he touched.

"Rick was a great person, friend and boss.  Our deepest condolences to Mrs. Hoffman and the family. "Sangeeta Bist

Gail and family, I'm sorry to hear of your loss.  I remember working with Rick well, and I tried to stop and visit him each time I went to DC on a business trip.  

He will be missed.

- Randy Smith (FDIC)

Gail, I was deeply saddened to hear of Rick's passing.  My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.  I remember when I first met you and Rick.  You two were so cool together.  I remember Rick having this calm demeanor, nothing seemed to ruffle his feathers.  No matter how crazy things got, Rick was the calm one, the rational one, the one that got the job done.

I'm going to miss you Rick.  See you on the other side.

Gail,  I am so sorry to hear the news of Rick’s passing.  My deepest condolences.  He was a good friend!

The many years I've been contracting at the FDIC and have known Rick, he has been the best boss and mentor I've ever had.  He was one of the most honest, caring and dedicated workers I've ever had the privilege to know.  Straight as an arrow and always on the mark, there's never been a time I couldn't count on him to show me the way through the many challenging problems.  I'll truly miss him and the many early morning cups of coffee and the talks we had over them.  He always had my back and was not only the best mentor, he was a great listener and friend!  Donna and I send our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to all of the Hoffman family.  God Bless you all, our prayers are with you.

To the Hoffman family,
 My deepest sympathy and condolences to your entire family. I am so sorry for your loss. Rick was such a wonderful caring person and the memories of his smile and laughter will forever be in our hearts.
May God comfort you at this time.

Gail,

I am so sorry to hear about Rick’s passing.  Rick was always someone that I could count on when I needed help fixing something at work.  He always had a positive attitude, wonderful smile and an infectious laugh.  My biggest regret is losing touch with him over the last couple of years.  I will miss Rick.

May you find the strength, courage and fellowship to get you through this time and the heartache it brings.  You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.

All my love,
- Brooke

Rick was a special friend and a wonderful person. He has already been sorely missed by his friends at FDIC and I will miss his smiling face and the way he was always there when I needed assistance.  Gail, I am so sorry for your loss - but please know that it is a loss for all of us.  Rick was a treasure.

I am so glad that I got a chance to know you Rick, and to the family know that you are not alone. My prayers are with you. rest in peace Rick. Angela Johnson (Landover MD).

Gail - I will miss Rick's gruff determination always softened by his desire to assist.  I remember numerous times where he called me on my deviation from the norm; though in the end, he would let me bend the rules just a bit so that we could get the job done. I am sorry for your loss; I will miss him.  May your grief be short, yet may your memories long. 

My sincere sympathy,
Tony Britton (FDIC)

My deepest sympathies to Gail and the rest of Rick’s family.  Rick was a great boss who became an even better friend over the years that we worked together.  He was a truly compassionate man who was constantly going out of his way for the people around him.

Gail, Rick was a consummate professional and a good friend, he will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Christ, the Good Shepherd bring you and the family comfort as you walk through these days of grief.

Dear Gail,
I am sorry to hear about Rick's passing. As a collegue of his, I have fond memories of him as an astute Manager and a problem solver. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Regards,
Harsha Nippani

Rick was a great man and will be sorely missed.  He's one of the most honest and trustworthy person I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I will miss his selfless attitude and of course the pool parties.  God bless!

Gail, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. We will all miss Rick at work. He was loved by all who knew him.

It was a pleasure to work with Rick, he was simply a Great Guy. I will continue to miss him.  Peace and Blessing to Gail and the family.

To Rick's family.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  The many years I knew Rick at the FDIC, he was always the best person to have a good conversation with.  He will be missed greatly.

Brian & Jody James

I was so sorry to hear the news this morning of Rick’s passing.  He was a great person and I enjoyed working with him throughout the years.  Take comfort that he is at peace.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

I am very sorry to hear of Rick's passing. He was an asset to the FDIC team and will be greatly missed. I always enjoyed chatting with him as he was truly a kind person and had a very positive outlook on life. May he rest in peace.
Mark Flanders

Rick was a wonderful man.  He always had a great attitude every time a saw him.  He was a very hard worker, very likable, and a fellow co-worker.  I know Rick from work, I am in the Enterprise Information Management Section and do SQL Server work.  We would talk about his many trips to all inclusive resorts with family and friends.  He seemed to really enjoy those.  He enjoyed life and now he is on the other side resting in peace.  He will be truely missed.  God Bless Rick and his family in this time of grief.

A great person, wonderful spirit and fabulous friend.  I was honored to work with and he was like a big brother to me!  His optimism and kindness will be greatly missed.  He was definately an angel here on earth and it will be a sadder place because he is gone!

My deepest condolences to Mrs. Hoffman and the family; know that, in time, the pain will subside, and all that will remain are the memories of happier times.  My family and I will be in prayer for you and yours.  
May God bless and keep you during this time of trial - MGuishard (FDIC)

Rick was a great boss and a better friend!  He will be missed - Glenn and Mara Zaiderman

A great neighbor!  Always waved and had a great smile on his face.  The Swann's will miss you!  Rest in Peace.

Butch, Judie, Kristen, Luke and Jacob

A kind man, a super boss, a great friend. We will truly miss you and the world is a sadder place without your presence.

JC and Mike Schreiber

Gail, We are very sorry that Rick is gone.  We enjoyed his company & only wish we had seen him more often.  We will always be grateful for all you & Rick have done for Tory, Doug & Decker.  He was a very caring man.  Sincerely, Bob & Linda

OBITUARY

Richard Lee Hoffman

25 September, 1956 – 4 June, 2010

Robert E. Evans Funeral Home

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