Benedict Hofmeister

Benedict Jerome Hofmeister, age 78, of the Village of Belleville, passed away peacefully after a short illness on Friday, May 3, 2019 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. He was born on January 13, 1941 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the son of Benedict M. and Marie K. Hofmeister.

He was married to Judith Ann (Lynch) Hofmeister on June 9, 1962. Ben was a proud graduate of the UW Madison and a long time fan and supporter of UW Athletics. He owned and operated Farmers Implement Store in Madison and up until his death enjoyed helping his son with his business. He enjoyed strumming his guitar and serenading all of us.

He is survived by his four children, Ben (Kelly) Hofmeister, Rob Hofmeister, Tom Hofmeister, Sue (Jeff) Van Ekeren; grandchildren, Amanda, Jacob, John, Gwen and Claire Hofmeister, and Carter, Logan, Jack, Tyler Van Ekeren. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters and a great group of friends and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents; his infant sister, Patricia; his beloved wife, Judy; and dog, Molly.

Funeral services will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 338 S. Harrison St. in Belleville on Friday, May 17, 2019 at 12:00 p.m. A visitation with light refreshments will be held from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Belleville Senior Center.

Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
3610 Speedway Road, Madison
608-238-3434