Scott Patrick Hoffner

Scott Patrick Hoffner, of Fowler, Indiana, formerly of Kankakee passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at UI Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on March 17,1962 in Kankakee, the son of Jerry and Carol Hoffner. Scott was a beloved father, son, brother, and grandfather. Scott enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great granddaughter. He loved being outdoors, cooking on the grill, fishing, and listening to music. Scott was a huge Chicago Bears football fan, he loved animals, especially his dogs. Scott loved to make people laugh with his sarcastic sense of humor. He was an all-around handy man. Scott is survived by his son Jerry Hoffner II (Jillian McLain); daughter, Kerry (Scott) Bowen of Iowa; sister Tracie Filyaw; 3 brothers, Kevin Hoffner (Sue), Jeffery Hoffner, Christopher Hoffner (Kim); 5 grandsons, Daelin Hoffner-Williams (Jade Goodman), Jaedin Hoffner, Ryelin Hoffner, Gavin Hoffner, Liam Hoffner; 1 granddaughter Breelin Hoffner, 1 great granddaughter, Starly Hoffner-Williams; significant other, Tara Allen and her son, Cody and grandson, Josiah, who he considered his own son and grandson; many nieces, nephews, cousins; best friends, John Denton and Norman Hickerson; his children’s mother, Denise Lancaster. He is preceded in death by a brother; Randy Hoffner; paternal grandparents, Oran and Marie Hoffner; maternal grandparents, Clayton and Lillian McQuillin; Kimmi McCorkle; nephew, JJ; cousin, Terri Gray; great nephew, Brett; special friend, Janet Loyd. Visitation will be held at Jensen Funeral Home in Kankakee on October 28, 2023, starting at 1pm until the memorial service at 3:30pm, officiated by Debora White. As an expression of sympathy, memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.