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Christopher George Hofschneider

June 2, 2016
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Message from RJ
July 27, 2021 2:18 AM

Chris, thank's for the friendship to my Dad. Thank's for the guitar work for me. Love You Man.
Message from RJ
July 27, 2021 2:20 AM

I grew up with the WW1 WW2 Korea and Nam guys as my Best Friends.
Message from Laura H
January 18, 2017 10:19 PM

Valerie and I miss you more than words can ever express. We did our best for you. Rest in peace. Love Always,,,
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A candle was lit by Laura H on January 18, 2017 10:13 PM
Message from Zane Arillotta
August 6, 2016 3:17 PM

What a wonderful wonderful man...my thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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A candle was lit by Eli on July 13, 2016 9:17 AM
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A candle was lit by Shannon in Kentucky on July 11, 2016 4:28 PM
Message from Old Friend in Kentucky
July 11, 2016 4:27 PM

I am so sorry to be finding out now, a month later, of Lumpy's passing. He truly was one of the good guys. My thoughts and best wishes for his surviving family and friends.
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A candle was lit by Jeff & Nancy Smolar on June 9, 2016 10:31 AM
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A candle was lit by Carlene Fay on June 7, 2016 5:15 PM
Message from Debbie Hennessy (formerly Thompson)
June 7, 2016 9:45 AM

Haven't seen you in so long but will always remember the good times growing up in Clark, dinner at your Mom's (still make her spatezel), and the year living in CO when you were my surrogate brother. You were always a good soul. Rest In Peace Hoffy.
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A candle was lit by SIX on June 7, 2016 8:37 AM
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A candle was lit by Grady Champion on June 6, 2016 11:27 PM
Message from Grady Champion
June 6, 2016 11:27 PM

Chris was one of the first guitar techs that taught me so much on tour. He was so good to me as I was working for a support band. I was a green youngster. Always a prankster, always great to me. RIP Chris🙏
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A candle was lit by Jenna Lanzone on June 6, 2016 8:17 PM
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A candle was lit by Nance Muscatello on June 6, 2016 3:46 PM
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A candle was lit by Lori K. Bradley on June 6, 2016 3:04 PM
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A candle was lit by Jimmy Archey and kids (Andrew, Austin & Surina) & Jude Pinto on June 6, 2016 9:49 AM
Message from Andrew Papiccio
June 5, 2016 9:21 PM

Chris. R.i.P. My good friend. You will certainly be missed. My sincere condolences to your family and love ones. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you during this sadden time.
Andy P
Message from Sweet Melissa
July 19, 2017 2:51 AM

I'll love you forever,Christopher. Thank you all that you gave me & all that you gave the world.
Melis
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A candle was lit by Andrew Papiccio on June 5, 2016 9:11 PM
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A candle was lit by Dina Kaster on June 5, 2016 8:14 PM
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A candle was lit by Tony Vermeal on June 5, 2016 8:07 PM
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A candle was lit by Jeffrey Scott Turner on June 5, 2016 7:36 PM
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A candle was lit by Cheri Whitehead & Danny Whitehead on June 5, 2016 4:52 PM
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A candle was lit by Janice & Don Sutphen - Our prayers are with your family on June 5, 2016 3:39 PM
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A candle was lit by Pat Brannon and family on June 5, 2016 3:32 PM
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A candle was lit by Denise Caprario Stromberg on June 5, 2016 1:44 PM
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A candle was lit by Susan Ryan Russo on June 5, 2016 1:15 PM
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A candle was lit by Linda Loftin on June 5, 2016 10:09 AM
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A candle was lit by Pat Gasperini on June 5, 2016 7:48 AM
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A candle was lit by Biggi John on June 5, 2016 3:44 AM
Message from Karen
June 5, 2016 12:44 AM

Another devasting loss to our family! We find comfort in knowing u are now with Dad (Hoff) but to carry on without u is beyond words! Your humor made us laugh until our faces hurt. Your heart was bigger than we have ever known. You always had my back! You have touched the lives of so many you have come in contact with and you will remain in our hearts forever. Heaven has once again been blessed with another angel..until we meet again soar high with the greatest and know you meant the world to our family. RIP my big brother! Your beloved sister, Karen
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A candle was lit by Nadine P. on June 4, 2016 10:01 PM
Message from Clyde Wesner
June 4, 2016 8:04 PM

I will truly miss you and was great spending time with you recently after all these years. Will never forget the good times.
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A candle was lit by Nancy fleury on June 4, 2016 6:24 PM
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A candle was lit by Eileen Loria on June 4, 2016 6:16 PM
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A candle was lit by The Callaghan Family on June 4, 2016 4:29 PM
Message from Nelson Popp
June 4, 2016 4:00 PM

Chris was a great guy and learned so much from him working with him for years at Loria Music.
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A candle was lit by Nelson Popp on June 4, 2016 3:55 PM
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A candle was lit by Nick and Nicole Daw on June 4, 2016 3:15 PM
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A candle was lit by Steve Scuba Steve Starynchak on June 4, 2016 2:15 PM
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A candle was lit by Loria Music on June 4, 2016 1:29 PM
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A candle was lit by Jimmy Ryan on June 4, 2016 1:26 PM
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A candle was lit by Troy prince on June 4, 2016 1:16 PM
Message from AJ Srybnik
June 4, 2016 1:05 PM

Truly one of the Greats who paved the way for the rest of us backline guys. My respect and condolences to family.m
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A candle was lit by AJ Srybnik on June 4, 2016 1:02 PM
Message from Ronzo Oldenburg
June 4, 2016 12:20 PM

Rest in peace my stage left brother. Till we meet again. Ronzo
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A candle was lit by Bagel on June 4, 2016 12:05 PM
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A candle was lit by Joe Gareri on June 4, 2016 11:51 AM
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A candle was lit by Sharon Principe on June 4, 2016 11:36 AM
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A candle was lit by Michael Nash on June 4, 2016 11:19 AM
Message from Denise Smith-Salazar
June 4, 2016 11:03 AM

There are no words to express the sadness of my dear friend Christopher's passing. My heart, prayers and Love are with you all. His kind heart and love for family and friends will be us always. Please contact me via email- much love, Denise
Message from Mike & Lorraine Cordasco
June 4, 2016 10:53 AM

RIP Chris (Lumpy) and our sincere condolences to his Family. He was a true friend and a great guy. I feel blessed to have known him and his Family for over 50 years. His love of guitars is legendary and his expertise beyond compare. We all miss you. Rest in peace.
Mike & Lorraine Cordasco
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A candle was lit by Denise Smith-Salazar & Fam on June 4, 2016 10:53 AM
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A candle was lit by Alan Affuso on June 4, 2016 10:22 AM
Message from Alan Affuso
June 4, 2016 10:21 AM

RIP Lumpy, many memories from the touring days flood in once again.. my condolences to the immediate family and close friends..
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A GARDEN PATH was sent on June 4, 2016

Rock on Chris. Greg, Mish, & Tanya Hardon

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A candle was lit by Justin Cross and Samantha Adkisson on June 4, 2016 7:44 AM
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A candle was lit by Justin Cross and Samantha Adkisson on June 4, 2016 7:42 AM
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A candle was lit by April Bryan Rizzie on June 4, 2016 7:17 AM
Message from April Bryan Rizzie
June 4, 2016 7:17 AM

I am so sorry for the loss of a very cool man.
He always had a smile and a joke about life on the road . Bless it be that he is in peace.
Message from Catherine
June 4, 2016 6:19 AM

I met him ages ago somewhere on a Bon Jovi tour as staff. He was such a nice guy. We had lots of laughs during the work. R.I.P. Lumpy, I'll never forget you!
My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
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A candle was lit by David Daw on June 4, 2016 1:40 AM
Message from Lori Drohan
June 4, 2016 12:59 AM

I have great memories from the time spent with Chris (Lumpy) on Skid Row/Bon Jovi tour. He always had a smile, could make you laugh and was a very talented and kind man. Rest in Peace ♥
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A candle was lit by Lori Drohan on June 4, 2016 12:56 AM
Message from Melissa Corrales
June 4, 2016 12:42 AM

Chris was a kind and gentle man. There are no words to describe this great loss. I send you my sincerest condolences during this most difficult time. RIP Lumpy.
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A candle was lit by Melissa Corrales on June 4, 2016 12:37 AM
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A candle was lit by Never forgot you and never will. RIP. Love Lauren on June 3, 2016 11:07 PM
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A candle was lit by Christine Kromphold on June 3, 2016 10:40 PM
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A candle was lit by The Four Mohrs on June 3, 2016 10:18 PM
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A candle was lit by Steve and Vicky Hobbs on June 3, 2016 10:14 PM
Message from Jeny Jeans
June 3, 2016 10:08 PM

Love you, Lumpy! 😥
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A candle was lit by Jeny Jeans on June 3, 2016 10:06 PM
Message from Chris Reynolds
June 3, 2016 10:02 PM

We'll miss you Bro. One day I'll give you a big hug again.
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A candle was lit by Chris Reynolds on June 3, 2016 10:01 PM
Message from remco mayer
June 3, 2016 9:39 PM

He was one of the greatest guitar techs and worked with Michael Tobias Design for years been the guitar tech for bon jovi i once spend 3 hours on the phone with him me in Australia he in New York we both hat the feeling we knew each other for years You will be missed bro at least the guitars players in heaven have a good tech to keep them going
All the best to his family and loved once
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A candle was lit by melissa morris on June 3, 2016 9:11 PM
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A candle was lit by Sebastian Bach and Rachel Bolan on June 3, 2016 8:45 PM
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A candle was lit by Ms. Wise on June 3, 2016 8:43 PM
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A candle was lit by Ed and Dee Armm on June 3, 2016 8:28 PM
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