Karla M. Hoffman, 60, of Fremont, OH passed away with her husband by her side on December 30, 2016 at Eden Springs in Green Springs, OH. She was born on August 3, 1956 in Toledo, OH to H. Dean and M. Louise (Carone) Watkins. She was a 1974 graduate of Bowsher High School and received her Bachelor of Elementary Education degree from the University of Toledo in 1978.
Karla married Mark L. Hoffman on June 29, 1979 at St. James Catholic Church in Toledo, OH and he survives. She worked for over ten years as a teacher’s aide and substitute teacher at the School of Hope in Fremont. She truly loved her job and working with the children at the school.
Karla was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church and had a strong faith. She loved to spend time with her family and friends and was always there to listen to them. Her sincerity and kindness was given to everyone she met and was loved by all.
Karla is survived by her husband of thirty-seven years, Mark Hoffman, Fremont; children, Erin Hoffman, Columbus, OH and Michael Hoffman, Fremont; mother, M. Louise Watkins, Maumee, OH and grandson, John Hoffman.
She was preceded in death by her father; brother, Dean M. Watkins and sister, Tina L. Goodnough.
Memorial visitation: Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St., Fremont, OH.
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial: Thursday, January 5, 2017; 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, 1021 W. State St., Fremont, OH.
Memorials: St. Ann Catholic Church or School of Hope.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.whhfh.com.
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Amy (Malinowski) Sanchez
Sending my love and prayers to you all. Karla was truly a kind and wonderful person. You could feel her warmth and love of life and family no matter what she was going through. One of the toughest women I have known. Although the loss of her is painful, it’s a comfort to know that her pain is ended and she is now at peace in heaven. Hugs to you all!
Dana
One of the most loving kind and gentlet hearted people I have had the pleasure to have in my life. Karla touched so many individuals lives at the School of Hope, one of them being my daughter. Karla always knew how to put a smile on Brooke’s face. She will always be loved and greatly missed!! I am very heavy hearted right now, but i know you aren’t suffering anymore. We LOVE you Ms. Karla!!! Love- Dana, Brooke and Brock
Becky Holtgreven
I am so sorry for your loss. Karla was the absolute sweetest, most amazing person I ever met. She will be truly missed.
Kim Strausbaugh
Erin, So sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Lori Stanfa
Sending my sympathy and prayers to the entire family, especially to Louise Watkins.
Sarah Zimmerman
I extend my deepest sympathy to your entire family on behalf of myself, the School of Hope and County Board of DD, and my husband (Ryan) and staff from Westview Veterinary Hospital.
Barbara Rutkowski (Aunt Allene's grandaughter)
I am deeply saddened to hear of Karla’s passing. Although we have been out of touch since our family reunions stopped, I have many memories of her sweetness and gentle attitude. As a young girl I remember her laughing and smiling. I know she will be missed but I also know she left the world a better place. Rest in Peace Karla.
Kerri Haynes
Mrs Hoffman had the best laugh. She was a wonderful person and truly will be missed. All our best to your family.
Buz Balduf
Mark, just wanted you to know that our thought’s and prayers are with you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Buz and Vicki
Linda Stricker
Dear family of Karla’s Hoffman,
So very saddened at the loss of your wonderful wife, mother, granddaughter, and daughter. Karla was one of the most special individuals on this earth, and I know you are all missing her so very much. Wishing you all comfort in each other and in your friends.
TONY AND GRACE MAZZURCO
MARK AND FAMILY, IT WAS A SAD MOMENT WHEN WE GOT THE NEWS OF KARLA.
WE SPOKE A FEW TIMES IN THE RECENT PAST AND WE GOT THE FEELING THAT JUST MAYBE, JUST MAYBE THINGS WERE LOOKING BETTER. . HOWEVER, WE NEVER QUESTION GOD’S PLAN. FOR SURE SHE IS IN A BETTER PLACE. NO MORE SUFFERING. NO MORE WORRY. SHE IS AT PEACE. THANK YOU LORD.UNCLE TONY AND AUNT GRACE
Watkins family - Toni
Mark & family – a note to express how sorry we are for Karla’s passing. We send our love and prayers hoping you find God’s peace in the midst of this.
God bless you all.
Erin Snyder
Erin,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Your mother was an amazing woman who was a consistent source of kindness and warmth. She also had the amazing ability to pass that on to you. She always knew the right thing to say to absolutely make my day and that left a very lasting impression on me. I hope that there is a time and place in the future that you can find peace and comfort again.
With deepest sympathy,
Erin Snyder
Chris Mazzurco Jordan
Dear Mark, Erin, and Michael,
I have such fond memories of Karla, Tina and Dean when we were growing up as kids. I feel so fortunate to have had them as cousins. The memories I have will be in my heart for the rest of my life. Sad they are not with us, but I know there is no more suffering. My condolences and prayers to your family.
Cousin Chris Mazzurco Jordan
Marilyn Norris
Erin, Very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Marilyn Norris
wendy kwitny
Dear Aunt Louise,
I remember your family with such love and fondness and am saddened beyond words.
Dear Mark,
Karla was as beautiful a woman as she was the girl I absolutely cherished as my cousin.
My heart and prayers go out to all of you.
Wendy
Carrie Snare
Mark, Erin and Mike,
There are no words to express how sorry I am for the loss of your wife and mother. Karla was one of the nicest people I have ever known. She was a very special person and always had a smile on her face. She will be never forgotten. Praying and thinking of you guys during this most difficult time.
Greg Darr
When I was 16 I was worked as a bragger at Kroger. One day I took groceries out for a very cheerful, friendly woman who I didn’t know. She asked me where I went to school and when I said “St Joe”, she replied “Oh! I’m Erin Hoffman’s mom!” It made so much sense; the similar sunny disposition was a perfect match.
So sorry for your loss and your family is in my prayers.
-Doug
Cindy Bell (cousin)
Praying the love of friends and family give you peace and comfort in this time of deep loss. Karla was so gentle and so sweet! She will be sadly missed. Love to you all!
Linda Ackerman
So sad to hear Karla passed away. Karla was my 5th grade teacher at Clyde St. Mary’s. I would see her at church over the years & she always took the time to stop & talk. Heaven definitely gained an angel. Karla helped me through some very difficult 5th grade silly problems. So sorry for your loss!
Tom and Mary Ellen Leite
Dear Mark and Family,
Your wife was SPECIAL and will be missed by all who knew her. May God grant you peace at this difficult time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Ellen Leite
Dona Lepiarz
Dear Mark and Erin,
I cannot even express my sorrow for your family. You will always be in my prayers. Karla was my life long friend and now my hero. May time ease your pain and help you cherish all the wonderful memories of Karla. To know that she is pain free and now with God does bring comfort. How blessed was I to have been Her friend for all these years. She will be so missed.
And Karla my dear friend your journey here is over. Go with the angels. I will be watching for the “God Winks”.
Special prayers for Mrs. Watkins
Joyce (Caughhorn) Arnold and family
We were so sorry to hear of Karla’s passing. I just talked to her a few weeks ago but we haven’t seen her for quite a while since we no longer have family reunions, Mark, Louis and family. our thoughts and sympathies are with you. Karla will be greatly missed.
Janelle Montano
Erin & Family,
I’ll never forget the time I shared with your mom/Karla on the patio of Dock’s dancing and laughing. I always enjoyed our conversations and am thankful that our families are close. I’m very sorry to hear of her passing. I’m sending my love to your family during this time.
Jacqueline R. Cisterino
Dear Mark and Family,
We are so saddened to learn of the passing of Karla. Please accept our condolences and we will always love Karla.
Jim and Jackie Cisterino & Family
Jean (Caughhorn) Wise and Family
My family and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of Karla. She will be greatly missed and we send our deepest sympathy.
Jean (Caughhorn) Wise and family
Trish Smith
Mark, Erin and Mike….we were deeply, deeply saddened to hear of Karla’s passing. Though we have not seen you all much since everyone graduated we feel a certain bond with you all, mostly because Karla was one of the warmest, sweetest, most caring people I have ever met. I have fond memories of sharing many great conversations with her; she was so easy to talk to and a great listener. May God bless and comfort you with the knowledge that she is free from suffering and rejoicing with loved ones. Sending you all love and prayers from Bill, Trish, Travis and Leanne Smith.