Carolie Jean Hoffman

Carolie Hoffman, 86, passed away Thursday, November 3, 2011 at her home in Enterprise, Kansas.

Carolie was born August 7, 1925 at Galatia, Kansas, daughter of Hoyt and Laura (Saylor) Wolfenbarger.  She attended Talmage Elementary School and graduated from Chapman High School in 1943.  She married Earl McKeeman (1945-57) and Reed Hoffman in 1959 to present day.  She was an employee of the Santa Fe Railroad for 35 years.  She was a member of the Santa Fe Women's Club, Topeka Toastmistress Club, Beta Sigma Phi, the Eastern Star, and the Enterprise United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents and  daughter Deriece McKeeman, a talented dancer and actress, all of whom died in a collision with a drunk driver in 1974.  She is survived by her husband - Reed Hoffman,  her brother - Dr. Keith Wolfenbarger, Earl McKeeman,  son - Kevin McKeeman, his wife Lorine, and their children; Trevor & Dr. Leah McKeeman, Brent & Amanda
McKeeman, Monette and Captain Christopher Murdock, and two great grandchildren; Fynn and Emma McKeeman.

Carolie died unexpectedly at home following sinus surgery. Carolie was a generous, caring person and lively in conversation.  She loved her family and will be greatly missed.

The family suggests memorial contributions be given in her name to the Enterprise United Methodist Church, PO Box, 308, Enterprise, Kansas 67441.  A private family service will be held at a later date.