Adam Jason Hoffman Obituary, Cause of Death: Physician Assistant, Army National Guard Officer and Beloved Father, Adam Jason Hoffman Dies Suddenly
The Port Huron, Michigan, community is mourning the loss of Adam Jason Hoffman, a physician assistant, Army National Guard officer, former All-State champion wrestler, hockey team medical provider, father and friend whose life was defined by service to others.
Adam died on Saturday, September 26, 2026. He was born December 17, 1974, and was a graduate of Port Huron Northern High School, Class of 1993, where he distinguished himself as an All-State champion wrestler. His competitive spirit and determination became qualities that followed him throughout his life.
Medicine became another defining part of Adam’s life. He earned an undergraduate degree in science education from Clemson University in 1998, followed by a graduate degree in biomedical science from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in 2002. In 2004, he completed his physician assistant studies at the Medical University of South Carolina.
Throughout his professional career, Adam cared for patients in several areas of medicine. He worked in orthopedic medicine at Orthopedic Associates of Port Huron, practiced in spine surgery in Texas and later served as a clinic director specializing in men’s health. His career reflected a commitment to helping people and caring for others.
His dedication to service extended beyond civilian medicine. In 2009, Adam joined the Army National Guard as a physician assistant, serving in Florida, Texas and Michigan. He ultimately achieved the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, taking great pride in his military service and in being someone others could depend upon.
Adam also found a way to bring his medical expertise into the world of hockey. He served as a team medical provider for the Port Huron Prowlers, combining his profession with his love of the sport and his connection to the Port Huron community.
Away from medicine, military service and athletics, Adam enjoyed life with family and friends. He loved being on the water, particularly riding his jet skis, and was a member of the Elks Golf Club, where he enjoyed golf and time with friends.
Yet those who knew Adam best will remember him not simply for his professional accomplishments or titles.
He was a father.
His children, Aiden and Alyssa, were at the center of his life, and the love he had for them was described as one of his greatest legacies. He was also a son, brother, uncle and friend, leaving behind a large circle of people who shared years of memories and experiences with him.
Adam is survived by his mother, Bonnie Hoffman, and was preceded in death by his father, Allen Hoffman. He is also survived by his siblings, Kurt Hoffman, Kristin Hoffman, Missy Peterson and Jeremy Hoffman, along with numerous nieces, nephews and great-nephews.
His friendships were another important part of his story. Friends including Joel Ferguson, Todd Murphy and Kurt Crosby shared years of laughter, adventures and memories with Adam, remembering him simply as a friend rather than by his professional titles or military rank.
Adam’s life brought together many different forms of service. He was an athlete who learned the value of perseverance, a medical professional who devoted his career to caring for others, a soldier who served his country, a teammate who contributed to his community and a father whose children remained at the heart of his world.
There will be much for those who loved him to remember — the hockey games, time on the water, days on the golf course, family gatherings, friendships, laughter and the countless ordinary moments that become especially precious after someone is gone.
The cause of Adam’s death was not stated in the published obituary.
His family and community are now left with the memories of a life that touched many different worlds and many different people.
Adam Jason Hoffman will be remembered for the people he cared for, the country he served, the sports he loved, the friendships he built and, above all, the family he loved.
He was deeply loved.
He will be deeply missed.
And the memories he leaves behind will continue through his children, family, friends, patients, fellow service members and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Visitation is scheduled for 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, October 5, 2026, at Karrer-Simpson Funeral Home in Port Huron, followed by military honors at 6 p.m. under the auspices of the U.S. Army and the St. Clair County Allied Veterans Honor Guard. The family has requested memorial contributions to support Adam’s children and their future.
