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Lawrence “Larry” Burglass Hoffman, Jr. March 2, 1959 – November 10, 2025 Lawrence “Larry” Burglass Hoffman, Jr., 66, passed away peacefully at his beloved farm in New Ulm, Texas, on Monday, November 10, 2025. Born in New Orleans on March 2, 1959, to Lawrence Burglass Hoffman, Sr. and Lynne Armstrong Hoffman, Larry spent his childhood living in various parts of the United States before his family eventually settled in Houston. He always held tight to his New Orleans roots, and the city remained a central part of who he was for the rest of his life. Larry was a self-made man in every sense. He did not follow a traditional path through school, but he never stopped learning. He educated himself through experience, curiosity, and sheer determination. As a teenager, he developed a love for surveying, and what began as a job quickly became a lifelong calling. In 1994, he founded Tri-Tech Surveying & Engineering with a small team and an enormous amount of grit. He spent decades building the company and was eventually joined by his son Lance, who worked alongside him for many years. In recent years, he was profoundly proud to welcome his youngest son, Brennan, into the business as well. For Larry, Tri-Tech was never just a company; it was a testament to hard work, loyalty, and relationships that meant everything to him. And while some would argue that his greatest accomplishment was founding and building Tri-Tech, those who knew him best would say that his family was, without question, his greatest pride and joy. Larry had a presence that filled every space he walked into. He had a way of turning strangers into friends within minutes. At Texans tailgates, in restaurants, on job sites, or while chatting with whoever happened to be nearby, he always came away knowing someone’s story, and they came away feeling like they had known him for years. His light, his voice, and his presence were unlike anyone else: warm, mischievous, and impossible to forget. He was endlessly curious and always adding new skills to his life. At fifty, he earned his pilot’s license simply because he wanted to. Classic rock wasn’t a phase for him; it was who he was, often blasting music at full volume throughout the house. He went through periods where he loved taking his motorcycles on road trips or down quiet back roads. He could fix or figure out anything he touched. He loved cars, knew an immense amount about firearms, and approached every interest with the same focused enthusiasm. He was also an absurdly good cook, the kind of self-taught chef who could turn a backyard grill or a kitchen stove into a full event, often cooking meals for his entire family. In the latter half of his life, nearly all of his family lived within a few doors of one another, and Larry loved nothing more than feeding the people he loved. His home, and the homes of his siblings and parents who lived nearby, were filled with loud living, shared meals, and togetherness. In their later years, Larry cared for both of his parents with deep loyalty and devotion, offering them the same steady presence he gave to everyone he loved. He was funny, sharp, stubborn, generous, and unforgettable. His personality filled every moment of his life, and people felt the force of it immediately. For every moment he ever felt unworthy or unsure, we can only hope he has now found peace. His voice, his presence, and his steady loyalty remain with all of us. To know Larry Hoffman was to be changed for the better. Larry is survived by his four children, Lance Hoffman (wife Nicole), Jacqueline Stone (husband Damon), Lauren Hoffman, and Brennan Hoffman; by his six grandchildren, Caroline, Caelyn, and Bryce Hoffman, and Dylan, Danica, and Ruby Stone. He is also survived by his sisters, Lori Wilkins (husband Dale) and Lisa Riddle (husband Mike); his two former wives, Paula Galloway Drapela and Alisa Goetz Hoffman; and countless friends, family members, and coworkers who were shaped by his presence. He was preceded in death by his parents, Larry “H” and Lynne Hoffman. Those who loved him know that the best way to honor Larry’s life is to live with the same loyalty, boldness, humor, and wholeheartedness that defined him. His absence leaves a space that can never be filled, but his influence will be felt for generations. A celebration of Larry’s life will be held in the coming weeks, and the family will share details soon. The family asks that those who knew and loved Larry share their favorite memories, photos, or Larry-isms so that his light may continue to shine through the stories he left behind.

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Lawrence "Larry" Burglass Hoffman Jr.

March 2, 1959 - November 10, 2025