The funeral service for Norman E. Hoffman will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 10, at Immanuel Lutheran Church – Potsdam – rural Elgin, with Pastor Dale Kohrs and Pastor John Fuchs officiating. Burial will follow the service in the church cemetery.

Mr. Hoffman, 89, of Elgin, passed away at his home on Saturday afternoon, November 5, 2016.

Norman Edward Hoffman was born March 8, 1927 in Olmsted County to Edward and Ida (Siem) Hoffman. He attended the Potsdam School. Norman served his country in the US Army from November 8, 1954 to November 7, 1956 during the Korean War.

Norman married Marian Miller on August 29, 1953 at Potsdam. He farmed his entire lifetime in the Potsdam area. The Hoffman's moved into Elgin in 1987. Norman was also a mechanic's helper, and especially for Duane Behnken in his later years.

Norman was very active in the Elgin American Legion where he served as Commander for 8 years, and received his 50 years' Service Award. He also served as the Wabasha County American Legion Chaplain for many years. Norman was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church – Potsdam and held various offices in the church.

Norman is survived by loving wife of 63 years, Marian Hoffman of Elgin; two sons, Kevin (Doreen) Hoffman and Tom (Jeanie) Hoffman both of Elgin; and a daughter, Nanette (Gary) Christenson of Rochester; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; and one sister, Lorraine (Edward) Tesmer of Millville. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, and one grandson.

Friends and family may visit from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 9, at the Schleicher Funeral Homes, Plainview Chapel in Plainview and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Memorials are preferred.