SLEEPY EYE–Brandon Hoffmann, age 28, of Sleepy Eye died Friday, May 16, 2025 at Sleepy Eye Medical Center. Mass of Christian burial will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at St. Mary’s Catholic church in Sleepy Eye with Father Craig Timmerman celebrating mass. Burial will follow in St. Gregory the Great Cemetery in Lafayette. A visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, May 23, 2025 at Minnesota Valley Funeral Home – SOUTH chapel in New Ulm and will continue from 10-11 a.m. on Saturday at church, prior to the service. To leave an online condolence for his family, or to sign the guestbook, go to: mvfh.org

Brandon is survived by his son, Wesley Howard Hoffmann of Sleepy Eye; mother, Lori Hoffmann of Sleepy Eye; sisters, Nicole (Kevin) Jaus of Fairfax, Elizabeth (Jeremy) Hoffmann of Sleepy Eye; Brooklyn Hoffmann of Sleepy Eye; brother, Brody Hoffmann of Sleepy Eye; extended family, Timothy Black, Melissa and Danielle Lindquist, and Dwane Gersch, other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Howard and Lois Hoffmann.

Brandon Timothy Howard Hoffmann was born December 15, 1996 in New Ulm to Lori Hoffmann. He was baptized in his faith at St. Gregory the Great church in Lafayette and participated in his first Holy Communion at Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New Ulm. Brandon was a 2015 graduate of Sleepy Eye Public High School and went on to study carpentry at Minnesota West Community Technical College. Growing up, Brandon was a member of 4H and was involved in FFA. Brandon’s spirit lit up every room he entered and whose presence left a lasting imprint on everyone fortunate enough to know him. He was the kind of person you never forget. Brandon lived a life full of passion, faith, and kindness. His unwavering belief in God guided his actions and shaped the generous, compassionate man he was. He found peace and joy at his sister and brother-in-law’s farm, where he spent time mowing the grass, relaxing by the pond, and taking pride in driving the tractors. His love for antique tractors made his collection something of beauty and nostalgia. His adventurous spirit came through in everything he did — from wrestling, fishing, and track, to dirt biking, snowmobiling, hockey, hunting, woodworking and cooking. If it involved the outdoors, he was there — especially if it had anything to do with water. The ocean, fishing, boating — these were the places his soul felt most free. Brandon found joy in the simple pleasures, like Christmas, clothes shopping, and most especially, spending time with Grandpa Howard and Grandma Lois on the farm. He gave the best, most genuine hugs and was truly the heart of the family. Brandon had a bond with his mom like no other. She will forever cherish the memory of those spontaneous dances in the kitchen — a reflection of the love and light he carried with him each day. He had a unique gift for making others feel seen, valued, and included — always going out of his way to lend a hand or share a laugh. Brandon was a beloved uncle, and his nieces and nephews adored him for the warmth, silliness, and love he showered on them. But above all else, Brandon’s greatest joy, purpose, and love was his son. Every part of Brandon’s being was poured into fatherhood. He was selfless, devoted, and determined to give his son the very best life possible.

Brandon was so full of hopes, dreams, and adventures, and now he can ride that dirt bike, travel the world, and see all the things he wanted to see.

He was so deeply loved and will be incredibly missed. Blessed be his memory.

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