49 years young — gone far too soon, but leaving behind a lifetime of memories.
Brandon Hoff, age 49, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Harmony on Sunday, November 8, 2026. His passing leaves a hole in the hearts of his family and friends that can never truly be filled. Although his time with us was far too short, Brandon lived a life that made him unforgettable. He leaves behind countless memories, endless stories and more than a few laughs that will be shared for years to come.
Brandon was born in Spring Valley, Minnesota, to Gregory and LuAnn (Milne) Hoff. He attended Preston-Fountain Schools and graduated from Fillmore Central High School after the schools combined with Harmony Schools.
Brandon began his working years with the Conservation Corps at Forestville State Park and Cave, where he spent a year. He went on to work as a mechanic and welder for several businesses, most recently Dillon Radiator in Rochester. He was a hardworking man who enjoyed working with his hands and had a knack for figuring things out. If something was broken, Brandon was usually willing to take a look at it. Whether he could fix it or not, you could pretty much guarantee there would be a story to go along with it.
He enjoyed golfing, playing pool and deer hunting, and was pretty darn good at all three. He loved a little friendly competition and probably never passed up an opportunity to tell you how good he was — or how unlucky he was when things didn’t go his way. But if there was one thing Brandon truly excelled at, it was being a world-class bullshitter. He could talk to just about anyone, make friends wherever he went and keep a conversation going long after everyone else thought it was over. His quick wit, teasing nature and ability to make people laugh were just a few of the things that made him so special. You never quite knew what Brandon was going to say next, but you could usually count on it being entertaining.
As much as Brandon loved a good laugh and a good time, his greatest love was his family, especially his three children. They were his world, his pride and joy, and the people who meant more to him than anything. His love for them will live on through the memories they shared, the stories they’ll tell and the pieces of him they carry with them every day.
Brandon is survived by his son Brock Walsh (fiancée Megan Williams), daughter Baylie Walsh (Nick Meldahl), and son Maxwell Bentley-Hoff (Aubrey).
He is also survived by his parents Greg and LuAnn Hoff, sisters Rebecca (Jason) Schwingle and Shauna Hoff, brother Matthew (Danette) Hoff, along with his aunts and uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 12-3 p.m. at the Harmony Golf Club, Harmony, Minnesota.
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