Robert P. Hofmiller, age 79, US Army Veteran, of Munster, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2014. Beloved husband for 49 years to Patricia R. Hofmiller nee Mongeau. Cherished brother of Rita (Glenn) Carlson. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Robert graduated from Purdue University with a BA in Electrical Engineering. He retired after many years with Hammond Valve Corp. and Ogden Engineering. Friends are invited to meet with the family on Friday, January 24, 2014 from 3 PM until 8 PM at LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME, 6955 Southeastern Ave., Hammond, IN with Rev. Kevin R. Olsen, Pastor officiating. Funeral Service Saturday, January 25, 2014 at 11 AM at LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME. Interment Concordia Cemetery, Hammond. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Calumet. For further information regarding services, please contact LaHAYNE FUNERAL HOME at 219/ 845-3600.