Kevin Hoffman Obituary – (1961-2025)

Kevin M. Hoffman

OBITUARY

Kevin M. Hoffman, 64, of Northampton passed away Monday, August 25, 2025, at his residence. Born in Allentown, May 19, 1961, he was the son of Jean M. (Miller) Hoffman with whom he resided, and the late Ralph M. Hoffman. He was employed as a material handler at B. Braun Medical, Inc. in Bethlehem for 27 years before retiring. Kevin’s love of sports began in his hometown of Northampton, where he participated in youth sports with the Northampton Athletic Association. Kevin graduated from Northampton High School, class of 1979. He played men’s league fastpitch softball, and he played and coached Northampton Legion baseball. Over the years, Kevin had become a highly respected veteran girls softball umpire, football referee, and wrestling official. He umpired two PIAA championship games in softball, and he officiated one state final in football. His tenure included 37 years officiating football, 24 years umpiring softball, and 40 years officiating wrestling. Kevin will be forever remembered for his integrity, honesty, trustworthiness, respect, and knowledge of the game that he garnered from players, coaches, and spectators. He was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ, Laurys Station. Kevin fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith.

Survivors: In addition to his loving mother; sister, Sharon M. Galetta and her husband, Steven of Lansdale; niece, Stephanie M. Galetta; nephew, Andrew M. Galetta and his fiancé, Gwyn Koladish.

Service: A memorial service will be held 11:00 am. Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at St. John’s U.C.C., 1415 Rising Sun Road, Laurys Station. The Rev. Dr. James T. Gottwald will be officiating. Family and friends may pay their respects from 10:00 am. – 11:00 am. prior to the service. Interment will follow the service in the adjacent church cemetery. The Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., in Schnecksville is in charge of arrangements. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at www.heintzelmancares.com.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s U.C.C. Memorial Fund c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box # 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196.