Ralph F. Hoffer

Ralph F. Hoffer, beloved husband of 68 years to Mary “Peggy” Hoffer, died peacefully at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Ft. Thomas, KY, on April 24, 2018, at the age of 92 surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Sister Mary Felician SND, Rev. Francis Hoffer OFM, Rev. Robert Hoffer OFM, Rev Charles Hoffer, and Frances Hoffer. Ralph is survived by his wife, Mary “Peggy” Hoffer; his children, Thomas (Cheri) Hoffer, Mary (Alan) Burwinkel, William (Sandy) Hoffer, Robert (Diane) Hoffer, and Michele (Randy) Pierani; and his 22 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. He worked as a chemist for General Electric for over 50 years, was a United States Airforce Veteran, and a Silver star recipient. Family and faith were essential parts of Ralph’s life. He was a longtime member and lector at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, an active leader in the Cursillo movement, and a retreat leader for Blessed Sacrament. Visitation will be on Friday, April 27, 2018, from 4:00PM until 7:00PM at Blessed Sacrament Church in Ft. Mitchell, KY. Mass of the Christian Burial to celebrate his life will follow the visitation at 7:00PM at Blessed Sacrament Church. Entombment will be at St. Mary Cemetery in Ft. Mitchell, KY. In lieu of sending flowers, memorial contributions to: Passionist Nuns Monastery 1151 Donaldson Hwy. Erlanger, KY 41018, DCCH Center for Children and Families PO Box 17007 Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017, and the Franciscan Friars of St. John the Baptist Province 1615 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45202. Online Condolences to: www.linnemannfuneralhomes.com.