Susan B. Hoffman

Susan Hoffman, age 76, of East Brunswick, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Born in South Amboy, Susan spent much of her life in South Amboy and Matawan, where she built a life defined by compassion, intellect, and generosity. She attended St. Mary’s High School in South Amboy, Loretto Heights College in Denver, and Loyola University in Chicago After earning a degree in nursing, Susan worked at Loyola Medical Center, where she was known for her gentle care and genuine dedication to her patients.

An avid reader, Susan spent her later years working at Barnes & Noble.  She took great joy in discovering new books and gifting them to friends and family.  She deeply appreciated art and nature, often finding beauty and peace through her daily walks in Cheesequake State Park. Susan was a devoted Catholic and longtime member of St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Catholic Church.  She lived modestly, always seeking to help those less fortunate and care for those in need. Susan delighted in spending time with her young nieces and nephews and, more recently, with their children.   Whether it was proudly attending sports or school programs, tossing a ball in the yard, or engaging in a game of chess, Susan was a constant source of comfort and joy in their lives. A proud grand-aunt, Susan held her family dear and especially enjoyed spending time with her many great-nieces and great-nephews.

Susan was the beloved daughter of the late Dr. Charles W. Hoffman and Kitty Ruth Hoffman. She was predeceased by her siblings: Joseph C. Hoffman (2009), Frances Hoffman Desmond (2008), Christine Hoffman Watt (2023), and her niece Fern Desmond (2017). She is survived by her sister Mary Fern Szatkowski, who remained a close and loving presence in her life. Susan also leaves behind a large and loving extended family, including her nieces and nephews Mary Goggans, Amy Larsen, Kimberly Jones, Jennifer Watt, Laurie Sziklas, Thomas Hoffman, Joseph Hoffman, Bryan Hoffman, Scott Kennedy, and Daniel Szatkowski, all of whom will cherish her memory.

We would like to thank the staff of Care One Assisted Living – East Brunswick for their loving care of both Susan and the extended family.

Cremation was private. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 256 Augusta Street, South Amboy, on Thursday August 28, 2025 at 10:00am followed by interment in St. Mary’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Catholic Church. Arrangements are under the direction of The Gundrum Service “Home For Funerals” 237 Bordentown Avenue, South Amboy.

Affectionately known as “Aunt Sue the Great,” Susan will be deeply missed. Her kind heart, generous spirit, and thoughtful nature will live on in the hearts of her family and friends.

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