United States Department of Transportation - Office of Inspector General, U.S. Government
End of Watch Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Add to My HeroesDavid John Hoefler
Special Agent David Hoefler suffered a fatal heart attack while participating in a mandatory physical fitness assessment in Columbus, Ohio.
He was transported to Dublin Methodist Hospital where he passed away.
Special Agent Hoefler is survived by his wife, son, two daughters, and six siblings.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
- Location Ohio
Most Recent Reflection
View all 11 ReflectionsRest in peace Special Agent Hoefler.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
February 15, 2021
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