James Howard "Jim" Hoffmeister

James Howard “Jim” Hoffmeister, “Jamie” to his parents and siblings, age 62, resident of Broken Arrow went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.  Jim was born on March 29, 1960, in Topeka, Kansas to Richard and Lorene (McClelland) Hoffmeister.  He was a graduate of Washburn Rural High School in 1978, and in 1982 he graduated with his degree in accounting from Oklahoma Christian College in Edmond, Oklahoma.  Jim married the love of his life, Hannah Parker on December 21, 1985, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.  He worked for Rosenstein, Fist, & Ringold from 1990 until June 2022, where he was a Legal Administrator and a CPA.  Jim was an active member of the Association of Legal Administrators where he served many roles including president of the Tulsa chapter.  He also served on the Foundation for Tulsa Schools board.  Jim was a member of Broken Arrow Church of Christ where he served as a Deacon, and most recently as a member of Open Door Church of Christ where he served as a Deacon and an Elder; he enjoyed serving as a song leader at both.  He enjoyed playing charity golf and even got a hole in one at White Hawk Golf Course.  Jim was a natural athlete and enjoyed playing recreational basketball and softball.  He was an avid fan of OU and KU college sports as well as the Kansas City Chiefs.  Jim had a gift for doing home improvement projects, enjoyed planting his garden, and loved gathering the family for his masterful barbecuing.  Those who knew him will miss his strong presence and spontaneous generosity.

Jim is survived by his wife, Hannah Hoffmeister of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; his parents, Richard and Lorene Hoffmeister of Independence, Kansas; three sons, Matt Hoffmeister and wife Crystal of Houston, Texas, Kurtis Hoffmeister and wife Claudia of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Jordan Hoffmeister and wife Vivian of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; five grandchildren, Axel, Gabriel, Fitz, Luke, and Eliana; two brothers, Rick Hoffmeister of Topeka, Kansas, and Marc Hoffmeister and wife Margaret of Independence, Kansas; four nephews, Cole, Lane, Heath, and Kevin Hoffmeister; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Jim’s wishes were to be cremated.  A memorial service celebrating Jim’s life will be at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 10, 2023 at Broken Arrow Church of Christ in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.  In memory of Jim and in lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate garden plants or a donation to your favorite charity.

Family and friends may share memories online at www.brownfamilycares.com.  The family of Jim Hoffmeister entrusted his care and cremation to Brown Funeral Home & Cremations, 231 E. Commercial St., Broken Arrow, Oklahoma 74012, 918-251-5331.