Mary Louise Hoffman

Mary Louise Hoffman, 91, of Ocoee, FL passed away on November 28, 2014. She was born to the late Joseph and Mary Smedley on April 2, 1923 in Birmingham, Alabama. Mary grew up in Alabama, Georgia, and later lived in Florida. She worked as a telephone operator with AT&T for many years. Mary was married to her late husband, Russell “Russ” Hoffman, for 52 years prior to his passing. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Central Florida, as well as of the Sorosis Club and the Pioneers with AT&T. She enjoyed reading and was known for reading “T’was The Night Before Christmas” every year to children. Mary Louise will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved her. She was preceded in her passing by her husband, Russ Hoffman; son, Russell Hoffman Jr.; and brothers Randy, Melton, and Gordon Smedley. Mary Louise is survived by her daughter, Joan Ellis; sister Mildred Varisco; and 3 grandchildren, Ryan Ellis, Kathleen Lawrence, and Rusty Hoffman. A Graveside Service will be held for Mary Louise on Saturday, December 6, 2014 at 1:00pm at Glen Haven Memorial Park, Winter Park, Florida. Arrangements are under the care of Baldwin Fairchild Winter Garden. Please leave an online condolence to the family by signing the guest book below.