Lost my best friend today - Page 3

philcski · #41 04-14-2008, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Hickory Hill Hoff

My dad, Bill Hoffman suddenly past away today.....he went through a lot the last nine months and I thought things were getting better. But, his heart gave out on him and now he's with the love of his life; my mother Marie. I'll miss him very much. He loved racing just as much as I do. He so wanted to meet everyone at Saratoga this coming year, since he was sick last year. He was a great guy and so easy to get along with.
R.I.P Dad... you were a wonderful father

Sorry to hear Hoffy, just remember the good times. I'm sure there were many.

See you in three months at the best place in the world.

declansharbor · #42 04-14-2008, 11:17 AM

Triple H,

Sorry to hear about your father's passing. I wish you the best while dealing with these most inconsolable times. Hang in there man...

packerbacker7964 · #43 04-15-2008, 06:56 PM

Hey HHHif you would please share with us one of your best times at the track with the ole Man. Sorry for your loss.

hockey2315 · #44 04-15-2008, 07:42 PM

Sorry for your loss, Hoff. Hang in there.

Hickory Hill Hoff · #45 04-15-2008, 07:52 PM

Laid dad to rest today...once again thank you to everyone with your condolences. He'll be missed by all who knew him, he was one great man.

Hickory Hill Hoff · #46 04-15-2008, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by packerbacker7964

Hey HHHif you would please share with us one of your best times at the track with the ole Man. Sorry for your loss.

Wagering on the 1992 Derby, he liked Lil E Tee and was hoping the Pat Day could get his first Derby win. In those days, Capital OTB wager pools were not co-mingled with Churchill Downs...so for his $2 wager on Lil E Tee at Capital got him back $56.80 instead of what it payed on track ($35.60) I know it wasn't much more, but dad who was a $2 bettor thought it was great! At the Spa, he always tried to beat Cordero because everybody loved to bet him, but when he started to be "down" for the day with his wagers, he would jump on the bandwagon

When dad wagered... he covered all the bases, he'd win a little and always be happy. It was never a "bad day" at the track for dad.

packerbacker7964 · #47 04-16-2008, 10:13 PM

I know this might sound crazy but right before I read your post about the 1992 Derby I watched it on youtube.com. Yeah I loved Lil E Tee myself. I had him and Pine Bluff picked to run 1-2.

Hickory Hill Hoff · #48 04-17-2008, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by packerbacker7964

I know this might sound crazy but right before I read your post about the 1992 Derby I watched it on youtube.com. Yeah I loved Lil E Tee myself. I had him and Pine Bluff picked to run 1-2.

I was going with AP Indy...but all know what happen with him

I ended up sticking with Technology who I cashed big in the Florida Derby. He was my second pick anyway and Pine Bluff was my third (saw him break his maiden @ Saratoga). I absolutely hated Arazi and didn't use him at all. One of the few times I was right about a horse!

SuffolkGirl · #49 04-17-2008, 10:47 AM

I've only just read this - I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your loved ones. Sounds like you are cherishing the very special memories you made with your dad.