Robert "Rob" Schoffstall

Age 40 of Brooklyn Center. Loving Husband, Son, Brother & Uncle.

Rob passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on October 26, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, John Schoffstall; grandparents, Bob & Betty McNurlin and Merle & Annie Wade; uncles, Rex Schoffstall and Frank Shell; cousins, John Schoffstall and Jason Wallace. He is survived by his loving wife, Sarah Stroik; his mother, Kim Schoffstall; sister, Maranda (Brian) Mulvaney; brother-in-law, Jordan (Stephanie) Stroik; sister-in-law, Mal Stroik (Callista Rubee); nieces, Elsie & Freya Stroik; nephew, Alexei Maier; as well as his four-legged friends, Jaya, Seamus & Kuba.

Rob was born to John & Kim Schoffstall on September 20, 1985, in San Antonio, Texas. Although they only lived in Texas for less than a year, Rob was a proud Texan to his core.

Rob found his purpose in helping others. His work at Hennepin Healthcare, where he spent many dedicated years, truly brought out the best in him. He loved mentoring new team members, orienting rookies, and leading training sessions that helped others grow. The highlight of his workday was when the therapy dogs or the dogs of Soldier’s 6 were around.

Rob had a unique skill set that allowed him to diffuse contentious situations, and his “gentle-giant” demeanor helped bring comfort to his colleagues and patients alike. Rob considered his coworkers family and was deeply proud to continue his dad’s legacy at HCMC. He proudly wore badge 134 and was honored to receive several awards during his career — Dedicated Service Awards, Awards of Valor, the Steve Reynolds Award, Life-Saving Awards, and Stork Awards — though he’d humbly downplay each one. 

He was a man who could ground others — able to sense emotions and bring peace just when it was needed most. Loyal to his core, Rob was a reliable protector, a great friend, and truly the best husband, son, brother, and uncle anyone could ask for.

Rob, affectionately known as “Skoff” or “Skoffy,” had a great sense of humor. He never took himself too seriously, and loved making people laugh — even if it was at his own expense. He found joy in life’s simple things: time with family and friends, connecting with people—or dogs; (he loved them all).

A diehard sports fan, Rob loved playing softball and cheering for the Wild, Vikings, Cowboys, and even the Packers. He was proud of his high school football days when he wore jersey number 46.

Rob had a creative side, too. He loved to draw, take photos, and express himself in quiet, thoughtful ways. He also knew American Sign Language, which was just another reflection of his desire to connect and communicate with everyone he met.

As we gather to celebrate Rob’s life, we invite everyone to wear whatever feels comfortable — or something that reminds you of him: a Wild jersey, Vikings or Cowboys gear, or a favorite softball sweatshirt.

Rob’s life will be celebrated with a ceremony at 4:00 PM Sunday, November 9th with visitation beginning at 3:00 PM at Cross of Glory Lutheran Church, Brooklyn Center. Following the service, friends, family, and coworkers are invited to continue celebrating his life at a SendOff Reception from 6-9 PM at Northern Stacks Events (Forgotten Star Brewery). In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred in Rob’s name to Soldier’s 6 or the Lupus Foundation of America.