Harry Hoffman's career in funeral service began in 1926 when he started working with Peter McIsaac, undertaker in Dashwood. He received his Ontario Embalmer's License in 1934, and purchased the undertaking business upon the death of Mr. McIsaac in 1940. Seeing there was a need for a funeral home is Dashwood and surrounding area, Harry built the first residential funeral home in 1941. He prided himself in creating a reputation of giving dignity to burial. His caring and compassion services to families during their time of loss, as well as his love for his career, were well recognized by the local community. Harry instilled those traditions and values into two of his sons Robert and James, whom pursued careers as licensed funeral directors. Robert, receiving his License 1968 and James, in 1971, worked for many years alongside their father, and eventually together purchased T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Ltd. Funeral Home in 1984. Harry, although no longer owner after this time, remained an active funeral director. Residing at the funeral home, he never completely retired from the funeral business. Harry continued to be involved daily with the business right up to the age of 91, and would often be seen greeting the community during funeral visitations.