Burton R. Hoffmann

Burton R. Hoffmann a long time resident of Hawthorne, New York passed away on June 14, 2013 after a 2 month illness due to the complications of diabetes, a disease Burt battled for 40 years. Burton R. Hoffmann was born and raised in Manning, Iowa. He attended Grinnell College in Iowa and Columbia University in New York, receiving a doctorate in 1970. He went on to teach choral and instrumental music in the public schools of Iowa and Westchester County, New York. He took an early retirement from teaching in order to devote his time to writing. His poetry and memoirs have appeared in a number of small magazines across the country. His book, Family Tree: Memories from Childhood was published Press-Tige Publishers in 2001 in Catskill, New York. His children's book, Millicent the Magnificent was published by Polar & Company of Solon, Maine in 2004. One of his plays, Carries Choice was produced by Arena Players of Long Island in 1989. Two plays Tales of Hoffmann and All the Rugged Way were given showcase Performances by the Theater Studio of New York City. Burt was a great lover and supporter of all the arts. His love of Opera was a particular passion. At home he was surrounded by hundreds of books, recordings and paintings. He also enjoyed traveling and made many trips to Europe, Asia, and South America. He will be greatly missed by all those whose life he touched. He is survived by his long time partner Bob Erler, sister-in-law Gloria Hoffmann, Niece Ann Hoover (Scott) and nephew David Hoffmann (Lisa) and their families. There will be a celebration of Burt's life at the Hawthorne Funeral Home, Friday June 21 at 2 PM. Interment Hawthorne Reformed Church Cemetery, Hawthorne, New York. Contributions in Burt's name may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
Hawthorne Funeral Home
21 West Stevens Avenue
Hawthorne, New York 10532
914-769-4404

Born in Manning, Iowa on Nov. 20, 1927
Departed on Jun. 14, 2013 and resided in Hawthorne, NY.

Visitation: Friday, Jun. 21, 2013
1:30 pm

Service: Friday, Jun. 21, 2013
2:00 pm

Cemetery: Hawthorne Reformed Church Cemetery

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