Russell “Bud” Hoffner, 93, of Northfield, MN, formerly of Laramie, died Friday, July 10, 2020 at Three Links Care Center in Northfield, MN. He was born on November 6, 1926 to Fred and Elizabeth (Wolfe) Hoffner.
He married Louise Anna Utter on June 24, 1951 in Englewood, Colorado.
Bud entered the United States Air Force December 27, 1950, serving in the Korean War. He was honorably discharged October 7, 1954.
After returning from the service, he and Louise moved to Ault, CO to start farming and raising a family. In 1965 they moved the family to Laramie where they pursued cattle ranching on the Monolith Ranch.
Bud had a strong work ethic and a special bond to the farming/ranching lifestyle. He often said what he missed most was taking care of cattle, and with a laugh quipped he didn’t miss calving in the winter. He loved attending rodeos and parades. He was always very proud and moved to tears when the American flag was presented at these events.
He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Melvin and Floyd and his wife, Louise.
He is survived by his two sons, Kenneth Hoffner, and wife Jennifer, of Sandwich, MA. Randy Hoffner, and wife Danni, of Northfield MN; and his daughter, Jeannie Hoffner and husband Larry Brownfield, of Oklahoma; and his grandchildren, Kelsey and Tyler Hoffner, Jared, Bradley and Lacy Brownfield, Gerrit, Logan, and Sadie Hoffner.
Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Friday, July 17, 2020 at Montgomery-Stryker Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 18, 2020 at Montgomery-Stryker Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Greenhill Cemetery with military honors by the United States Air Force and the Laramie Veterans Honor Guard.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to support any of the following organizations that Bud faithfully supported.
Orphans Life Line of Hope, https://www.orphanslifeline.org: Healing Hands International, https://www.hhi.org: Flaming Pine Youth Camp, Https://FYPC.org or Wounded Warrior Project, https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org
10 Comments To "Russell “Bud” Hoffner"
#1 Comment By Patti Sanchez On July 15, 2020 @ 5:16 am
Our sincere condolences to the family, from Arlowe, Mary and family.
#2 Comment By Debbie Pickett On July 15, 2020 @ 6:32 am
Kenny and family, I was very sorry to read your dad had passed.. Both of your parents were favotite customers ehen I worked at First Interstate Bank. I would like to think your mom was waiting and when he arrived all she would say is welcome to heaven, but what took so long. All of youare in my thoughts and prayers.
#3 Comment By Bill and Amy Clay On July 15, 2020 @ 5:17 pm
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
#4 Comment By Zane and Gladys Geis On July 16, 2020 @ 8:46 am
Thinking of you all and so very grateful our paths have meet. You are all in our thought and we pray you will rejoice your Dad is free from all his pain. Your folks were good Friends to us.
#5 Comment By Diane Trotter On July 17, 2020 @ 7:12 am
Randy, Kenny and family, sorry to hear your father passed away. Condolences to you all.
#6 Comment By Christine Stimson On July 17, 2020 @ 11:57 am
Randy and Danni, I am sorry for the loss of your dad, I hope your memories give you comfort.
#7 Comment By Rev. Dr. Sally Palmer On July 17, 2020 @ 4:16 pm
Bud was a man of persistent integrity. He cared for the land, right where he lived–the great circle of trees are a vibrant tribute to his care for the land. He also cared for those of us who need a little help in being “cowboys..” and cowgirls. He generously gave of his time and his treasures to be a model of neighborliness. He was a good husband, land-owner…and man of quiet faith.
We honor him…knowing that God has saved a special place for him…probably surrounded by trees. Rev. Dr. Sally Palmer
#8 Comment By Kris Hufty On July 17, 2020 @ 9:32 pm
Thoughts and prayers to The families. Enjoyed knowing your folks when we lived in Laramie
Kris and Bob Hufty
#9 Comment By Pep and Kathy Speiser On July 18, 2020 @ 6:07 am
Our sincere condolences to Bud’s family! Thanks for sharing his life with all of us!
#10 Comment By Orphan’s Lifeline Int’l On August 6, 2020 @ 2:08 pm
All of us at Orphan’s Lifeline Int’l send our sincerest condolences to Bud’s family and friends. You are in our prayers.
Orphan’s Lifeline Int’l
PO Box 1100
Kalispell, MT 59901