Stephen E. Hoffmann, 54, of Pottsville, passed away Saturday, August 1st, at his residence.
Stephen was born in Reading, Pennsylvania on February 19, 1961, a son of the late Catherine (Morrow) and Robert Hoffmann.
He was the husband of Beverly Weikel, who he often said was the love of his life.
Stephen was a Licensed Practicing Counselor in Pennsylvania, which he was very proud of. He was employed by Access Services as the Director and Founder of the Rebound Program and also a therapist for outpatient services. He commonly used the motto “We’re making the world a better place, one child at a time,” while he was at work. He was a highly thought of professional.
Steve was a graduate of Reading Central Catholic in 1977, Kutztown University, and Connecticut State University where he received his masters degree. He served three years in the Peace Corp. and was stationed in the Philippines at the Bacolad City Boys Home. He was a member of the National Board Certified Counselors of America and was certified as a Gestalt Therapist.
Mr. Hoffmann was a very vibrant man, he loved his flower gardens, stained glass and reading. Although he never had children he loved all children very much. He referred to all the children he worked with as his own. He was such a generous man, he was an organ donor.
Family was most important to Steve. They lovingly referred to him as the King of Holidays. He is survived by sisters Cynthia Hoffman-Hensley wife of John, Reading; Kathleen A. Hoffmann partner of Michael Zancofsky, Orwigsburg; Kimberly A. Rolon wife of Luis, Exeter; brother Robert E. Hoffmann partner of Susan Chattin, Blandon; sisters in law Karen Younker wife of Stephen, Unityville and Venus Fioravanti wife of Melvin, Shoemakersville; nieces and nephews Christopher Younker husband of Jesse; Matthew Sullivan fiance of Alyssa Yergey; Sheena Sullivan fiancé of Ryan Parks; Justin R. Hoffmann, Sr.; Kelsey E. Glass; Kyra Yeager; Jacob Rolon; Jared Rolon; Catherine Rolon; and great nieces and nephews Zachary; Taylor; Alexander; Justin, Jr.; Aubre; Paisley Meadow; and Jaelyn.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at the Schuylkill County Council for the Arts, 1440 Mahantongo St., Pottsville on Sunday, August 9th, friends and family will share eulogies beginning at 2:30. All are invited to wear bright colors and fun, crazy sneakers.
Family and friends may gather beginning at 2 pm at the Schuylkill County Council for the Arts building, Pottsville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association, 1701 N. Beauregard St. Alexandria, VA 22311 or Child Development Inc. 2880 Pottsville Minersville Highway #200 Minersville PA 17954
Interment will be private.