MR. JOSEPH D. HOFER, beloved husband of the late Mrs. Susanna Hofer (December 28, 2004) of Ridgeland Colony, Hussar, AB, passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at the age of 85 years. He is survived by 3 children; Susie (Paul) Entz, Anna (William) Entz and Joseph Hofer, 13 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren of Alberta, 2 sisters and 1 brother all in Montana. He was predeceased by his daughter-in-law Rene Hofer (November 11, 2007), 5 sisters and 3 brothers. A Funeral Service will be held at RIDGELAND COLONY, Hussar, AB on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 12:00 P.M. with interment to follow.