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Andy Hoffman celebrated at a funeral
The accomplishments and life of Andy Hoffman were celebrated at a funeral Saturday morning in Atkinson.
Saturday, March 6th 2021, 1:47 PM CST
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ATKINSON - Andy Hoffman, father to Cornhuskers fan and brain cancer patient Jack Hoffman — died Monday in Atkinson at 42 years old. His funeral was live-streamed Saturday morning.
Hoffman raised more than $8 million for Team Jack, a fundraising organization to end brain cancer. His efforts to fight the cancer began when his son was diagnosed with it at just five years old.
The boy became a viral icon when the Huskers let him play on the field.
Now, Hoffman will be remembered not only for his efforts to fight brain cancer but for his warm heart.