James T. Hofmaier

A Funeral Mass for James “Jim” Hofmaier, 84, of North Bend, will be held at noon, Wednesday, October 15 at Saint Monica Catholic Church, 357 S 6th Street in Coos Bay.

James was born July 3, 1940 in Crofton, Nebraska to Lawrence and Catherine Hofmaier. He passed away June 30,2025 in Coos Bay.

Jim graduated from Crofton High School in Crofton, Nebraska and attended Wayne State College in Wayne, Nebraska. After graduating with a degree in Business Administration, Jim moved to Coos Bay to teach business classes at Marshfield High School, where he taught for 30 years.

After his retirement, Jim enjoyed traveling extensively worldwide with his lifetime partner, Doris. Sunriver was one of his favorite places where he enjoyed skiing, golfing, hiking and biking. Jim was also a long-time member of the local Elks Lodge.

Jim is survived by his lifetime partner, Doris Jones of North Bend; brother, Dennis Hofmaier of Downers Grove, Illinois; brother, Gordon and his wife, Judy Hofmaier of Mitchell, Nebraska and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and six brothers and sisters.

Memorial contributions in Jim’s name may be made to the Marshfield Scholarship Fund/ Attention: Les Engles, PO BOX 1541 Coos Bay, OR 97420.

Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.coosbayareafunerals.com

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