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David C. Hoffmaster, Sr., 93, of La Plata, Maryland, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and family.

A man of devotion to his wife, his family, and his faith, David led a busy and rewarding life. Born on April 5, 1932, in Elgin, Illinois, he married Mary Joann Cornwell on Jan 21, 1956. They were together for over 70 years. They met while helping with the clean-up of Hurricane Hazel in 1954. David and Joann talked of having 12 children and were blessed with 6.

In addition to his parents, Carney and Agnes Hoffmaster, David was pre-deceased by his son David Jr., his son-in-law Chris, and his sister Mary Norton.

David is survived by his wife, Joann and children, Joe (Vicki), Bobby (Sue), Clare, Phillip, and Marty, and his daughter-in-law Nancy. He is also the proud grandfather of 14 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

At an early age, David worked as a paperboy. He then worked for the Washington Star Newspaper and later at the Government Printing Office as a printer.

He was a dedicated Boy Scouts leader and counselor, ensuring his 5 sons achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, and his daughter a 1st Class Girl Scout.

In the church community, he was an avid member of the Knights of Columbus, taught CCD, was a Eucharistic Minister, and an usher. He was a parishioner at Sacred Heart Church in La Plata.

Tradition was important to him - Saturday night popcorn, after church, and Sunday night homemade pizza, a weekly event that everyone in the family

attended. There were also pool parties, birthday gatherings and Redskins games. Family was his highest priority.

David was a charter/lifetime member of the Dentsville EMS Station (now DVEMSFD) and was there for 27 years. He became an ambulance driver after his retirement.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 2PM to 4PM and from 6PM to 8PM at the Raymond Funeral Service, 5635 Washington Avenue, La Plata, Maryland 20646.

Mass of Catholic Burial will be offered on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 10 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 201 St. Mary's Avenue, La Plata, Maryland 20646.

Interment to follow Mass at Resurrection Cemetery, 8000 Woodyard Road, Clinton, Maryland  20735.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in David's name may be made to the American Cancer Society

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