Kenneth E. "Ken" Hoffman, 78, of Franklin, passed away on February 8, 2026 unexpectedly at home following a brief illness.

He was born July 22, 1947 in Grove City to the late Lester and Genevieve Hoffman.

Ken was a 1965 graduate of Victory Joint High School.

He was married on May 1, 1965 to his high school sweetheart, Marty Ford. They celebrated 60 years of marriage last year.  

Ken first worked at Oil City Sand and Gravel. He then went to work at the former Joy Manufacturing for 43 years, retiring in 2013. He was a proud trustee in his local union 1842.

Ken loved to golf. He went every Wednesday at White Tail. He had amazing golf buddies. When they weren't able to golf, you could find them at Kings Restaurant for breakfast.

He was an avid reader and a lifetime hunter. He always enjoyed hunting with his son Doug.

Ken's pride and joy were his grandchildren, Jennie Hoffman and Nick Vogan, who lovingly called him "Pap Pap". He traveled far and wide to watch football games, softball games, and swim meets.

Left to cherish Ken's memory is his wife Marty and their children; sons Doug and Greg Hoffman and daughter Traci Vogan. Two grandchildren also survive; Nick Vogan and Jennie Hoffman.

Also surviving him are two brothers, John (Sandy) Hoffman and Walt Hoffman, and a sister, Christine (Bill) Snyder.

In addition to his parents, Ken was preceded in death by brothers Merle and Kelly Hoffman, and a son in-law, Rick Vogan.

At Ken's request there will be no visitation. 

The family will hold a private celebration of life at a later date in the spring.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Huff-Guthrie Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 312 W. Park Street, Franklin, PA 16323.

Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting huffguthrie.com.