HOFFMAN John F. Jr. of Roslindale, August 29, 2008, suddenly. Beloved husband of Louella (Carnes). Devoted father of Scott M. and Jon R. “Jay” and his wife Jennifer all of Roslindale and Stephanie J. Hoffman of West Roxbury. Grandfather of Heather, Kimberly and Emily all of Roslindale. Son of the late John F. Sr. and his wife Helen A. Hoffman. Brother of the late Paul A. and William Hoffman. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home 2055 Centre St. WEST ROXBURY, Wednesday Sept. 3rd. at 9am. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. John Chrysostom Church at 10 o’clock. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8 pm. Relatives and friends invited. Retired Boston Police Officer and late U.S. Navy Veteran, Korean Conflict.