James A. "Wims" Hoffman, 55. of Morton Grove, beloved husband of Lisa, nee Petrakis; loving father of Lucas, Taylor, Mackenzie, and Jake; fond brother of Barbara (Mickey) Swets, Connie Doll, Judy (Bruce) Dahm, Daniel (Valerie), David (Rose), and the late Susan; dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation at Simkins Funeral Home 6251 Dempster St. Morton Grove, IL 60053 Thursday 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Service and cremation private. We kindly ask that you quickly exit the funeral home after paying your respects to the family so that all visitors have an opportunity to enter. (847) 965-2500