Obituary for Roy Zackery Hofer
Hofer, Roy
February 13, 1981 - October 6, 2020
Roy was born in Morden, Manitoba on February 13, 1981 to Zacharias and Rebecca Hofer. He is the 3rd born of 7 children.
Although his life was cut short Roy's "larger than life" personality had him leaving this world having lived to the fullest. He had an adventurous and confident spirit and was never afraid to try anything even if only one time. Skydiving was something he didn't dare do twice.
Generosity was also one of his strong traits. It seemed at times to have no bounds. Wealth wasn't important to him and he loved spending his hard earned money on his family and loved ones. We will forever remember his visits and special gifts he brought whenever he dropped around.
His sense of humor was something you see only once in a lifetime, if you knew him. It was beyond compare. He could have you breathless with laughter at his bizarre stories then irritate you just as quickly and effortlessly. But whatever his mood was, you could tolerate it and couldn't help loving him. He thought very little about what other people thought of him and didn't care much about worldly pomp and prestige. He didn't care too much about himself, and always looked out for the other person.
It was during the last part of his life when he met our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. And because of his walk with the Lord, the love of his life Starr-Ella came into his life. The short time they were together they brought a miracle into this world. A precious baby boy that Roy thought was "the best thing that ever happened to him". He embraced his role as a father just like he did everything else. Wholeheartedly, unselfish and passionately. And through all that, he matured with his walk in the Lord. He knew and believed that he would come empty handed before his God. Although his life ended much too soon, we take comfort in knowing that he loved the Lord and looked to Christ alone for his salvation. Even if it's hard to let go, we know he would want us to do what God instructs us to do in one of his favorite Bible verses: Psalm 46:10 be still and know that I am God...........
You went away so suddenly
We did not say goodbye
But brother's can never be parted
Precious memories never die
Kevin Hofer
Roy deceased after the love of his life Starr-Ella (October 15, 1976 - September 7, 2019)
Roy, beloved father, husband, son, grandson, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend passed away suddenly and unexpectedly.
Roy will be deeply missed and cherished in the heart of his only son Zackery Gracen Hofer; his parents Zacharias and Rebecca, his siblings, and their spouses and children: sister Vanessa Hofer; brother Kevin and wife; sister Brenda and husband and children; sister Eva; brother Jared and wife and children; sister Phyllis and husband; Starr-Ella’s children; Paxton, Colton, Maryann and Olivea, the entire Smith family with Starr-Ella’s parents Gary and Linda Smith; Starr-Ella’s living siblings: Stacey, John and children; Stephanie, Steve and children; Stephen; Stelena, Keith and children; Sarah, Levi and children; Stuart, Kaila and children; Stryanna and numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles and extended family and friends.
To view and share photos, condolences and stories of Roy, visit www.choicememorial.com. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Choice Memorial Cremation & Funeral Services (403) 277-7343.
February 13, 1981 - October 6, 2020
Roy was born in Morden, Manitoba on February 13, 1981 to Zacharias and Rebecca Hofer. He is the 3rd born of 7 children.
Although his life was cut short Roy's "larger than life" personality had him leaving this world having lived to the fullest. He had an adventurous and confident spirit and was never afraid to try anything even if only one time. Skydiving was something he didn't dare do twice.
Generosity was also one of his strong traits. It seemed at times to have no bounds. Wealth wasn't important to him and he loved spending his hard earned money on his family and loved ones. We will forever remember his visits and special gifts he brought whenever he dropped around.
His sense of humor was something you see only once in a lifetime, if you knew him. It was beyond compare. He could have you breathless with laughter at his bizarre stories then irritate you just as quickly and effortlessly. But whatever his mood was, you could tolerate it and couldn't help loving him. He thought very little about what other people thought of him and didn't care much about worldly pomp and prestige. He didn't care too much about himself, and always looked out for the other person.
It was during the last part of his life when he met our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. And because of his walk with the Lord, the love of his life Starr-Ella came into his life. The short time they were together they brought a miracle into this world. A precious baby boy that Roy thought was "the best thing that ever happened to him". He embraced his role as a father just like he did everything else. Wholeheartedly, unselfish and passionately. And through all that, he matured with his walk in the Lord. He knew and believed that he would come empty handed before his God. Although his life ended much too soon, we take comfort in knowing that he loved the Lord and looked to Christ alone for his salvation. Even if it's hard to let go, we know he would want us to do what God instructs us to do in one of his favorite Bible verses: Psalm 46:10 be still and know that I am God...........
You went away so suddenly
We did not say goodbye
But brother's can never be parted
Precious memories never die
Kevin Hofer
Roy deceased after the love of his life Starr-Ella (October 15, 1976 - September 7, 2019)
Roy, beloved father, husband, son, grandson, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend passed away suddenly and unexpectedly.
Roy will be deeply missed and cherished in the heart of his only son Zackery Gracen Hofer; his parents Zacharias and Rebecca, his siblings, and their spouses and children: sister Vanessa Hofer; brother Kevin and wife; sister Brenda and husband and children; sister Eva; brother Jared and wife and children; sister Phyllis and husband; Starr-Ella’s children; Paxton, Colton, Maryann and Olivea, the entire Smith family with Starr-Ella’s parents Gary and Linda Smith; Starr-Ella’s living siblings: Stacey, John and children; Stephanie, Steve and children; Stephen; Stelena, Keith and children; Sarah, Levi and children; Stuart, Kaila and children; Stryanna and numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles and extended family and friends.
To view and share photos, condolences and stories of Roy, visit www.choicememorial.com. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Choice Memorial Cremation & Funeral Services (403) 277-7343.