It is with great sadness that we announce that our dear brother, Dean passed away peacefully in Victoria on November 27th, 2022. Predeceased by his Mom, Helen Hoff and survived by his brothers, Barry, Brant & Clayton, his sister Heather, sister-in-law Sandra and his many & much loved nieces, nephews, & recently a grandnephew.
Dean will be so greatly missed, in particular because of his sharp wit and wicked sense of humour. Dean talked to everyone and took an interest in what they had to say and was always prepared to make you laugh. He was affectionately known as the Mayor of Allbay Road in Sidney. Gone far too soon, we suspect he is up there now teasing the angels and giving them a run for their money as only he could do! Dean loved the ocean and loved being outdoors, he was a born salesman & in fact, this was his chosen lifelong career.
A Celebration of Life is planned to be held in the spring of 2023, details will follow.
In lieu of flowers, kindly donate in Dean’s name to the Canadian Cancer Society https://cancer.ca
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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Condolences to his family and friends as you grieve your sweet Dean. With sadness and fond memories…
Yes gone but will never be forgotten I knew dean for many years one of the funniest guys I ever worked with and was the first to help you out if needed Rest In Peace Dean
Sad you’ve said Good bye to us all Dean. I think back to a time when I knew you well and I can’t help but smile. The extent you would go to get a laugh was brilliant. To have brought joy & laughter in to peoples lives is a wonderful gift. My heart felt condolences to Heather, Clayton, Brant, Berry, your families & friends take care
Dear Hoff Family
Sorry to hear of your brother Deans passing, sending my deepest condolences to you all. Dean had a wonderful smile and a twinkle in his eyes was quite the character always a laugh or two. May the memories of your life together bring some comfort and peace to you at this time of loss. Gone but never forgotten.
Love Corrine
My thoughts are with all of you. So very sad to hear you have lost lovely Dean. I remember his wonderful smile. If you have a Celebration of his Life, I hope to attend
xx
Jane Purdie (Chilton)
Wow, thanks to our mutual friend Rob Walker I learned of his passing. So sad. Yeah, he was a character. When we were kids he was in my cabin at summer camp. We didn’t get along at the time but later, got to know him real well. Not enough characters in life. He will be missed
Our Hearts are breaking with this awful tragic news.Sending our deepest condolences to all the Hoff family.To all who had the pleasure of knowing Dino .He had wonderful personality, truly a gentleman .He was a real Gem and will be missed RIP Dino !!You will be greatly missed.
BEFUS Family
Dean, Safe Travels! It was a privilege to have known you in our youth. You are a (funny) shining Star⭐️!
Brant, Heather, Barry, Clayton and family; my heart aches for you!
With ❤️
Dear Heather and all family, I send my deepest sympathy and condolences on this passing of your dear brother Dean. May he travel with ease and be at peace.
I am very sorry for your loss. I worked with Dean at Budget Car Sales. He was a very kind, funny fellow & I enjoyed getting to know him. ❤️