Jacob Russell Hoffman Obituary (1971 - 2010)

"How 'bout them Saints"Jake returned to his Heavenly Father on Feb. 23 in Ogden, Utah from complications due to cancer. He was born April 2, 1971 in Ogden Utah to Robert Hoggan Hoffman and Joy Maren Benson. He attended Bountiful and Brighton High schools and SL Community College. He loved his mission to Adelaide Australia.Jake married his eternal love Ali in 2004. They each brought 2 children to the marriage and 2 additional children were born to them. His family was very dear to him. He loved sharing his children's sports and special interests. Jake had a strong testimony of the Savior and served in many church callings, but he had a special love for teaching Gospel Doctrine. He loved biking, camping,hunting and all sports. He accepted and loved all people unconditionally. His wonderful personality drew people to him like a magnet.He is survived by his wife, Ali; their children, Jacob, Spencer, Gavin, Sophie, Dax and Cole; parents, Bob Hoffman (Barbara), Joy Gough (Steve); mother-in-law, Susie Bird (Kent); father-in-law, Arturo Urquieta (Susana); siblings, Nathan (Liz), Ryan (Shannan), Erik (Annalaurie), Luke (Brenda), Jenny (Doug), Nate (Heidi), Sarah (David), Emily and Amy (Jaime).Funeral Services Sat. Feb. 27 at 2:00 p.m. LDS Chapel, 2228 South 1660 West, Syracuse, Utah. Viewing prior at the church from 12:30-1:45. Viewing also Friday at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 1007 W. So. Jordan Parkway (10600 South) So. Jordan from 6:00-8:00 p.m.In lieu of flowers please make contributions at any US Bank location under the Jake Hoffman memorial fund. Interment at Leavitts Cemetery 836 36th St., Ogden.