Murl Vern Hoppe's Obituary
Murl V. Hoppe passed away Friday, December 17, 2021 in Estero, FL. He was born in Sebewaing, MI on August 14, 1941 to Alfred and Amanda Hoppe (Koch). He was married to Irene Helmreich on September 28, 1963.
Murl retired after a successful career and business owner as a Certified Public Accountant. He was active in his churches throughout his life, serving as Treasurer, Head Usher, Elder, and several other functions to support the congregation. He was also active throughout his life in his communities serving as Township Supervisor, member of the Chamber of Commerce, and various other professional organizations.
He is survived by his wife, Irene Hoppe, their children, Jeff Hoppe (Rebecca d.) and Mike Hoppe (Sally), and 5 grandchildren, Jennifer (Adrian d.), Jonathan, Christopher, Matthew, and Emily. His siblings, Carl d. (Marilyn), Geraldine Jantz (Ted d.), Gary (Judy), Dennis (Helen), Jane Guillett (Art d.), Howard (Ginger), Loren d., Peggy Bodis (John), Joyce Dickson (Kipp d.)
A memorial service is scheduled for Thursday, December 30, 2021 at 10:30 am in Zion Lutheran Church, 7401 Winkler Rd, Ft Myers, FL 33919 with Rev Dr Curtis Deterding officiating. A funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, January, 8 2022 at 11 am in Our Savior Ev. Lutheran Church, 13667 Highland Rd, Hartland, MI 48353, (248) 887-4300. Rev. Christopher Thoma officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 10 – 11 am with the service to follow.
To share a story or photo, leave a tribute or to offer condlences to the famly at this difficult time, please visit Murl's memorial webpage at www.fortmyersmemorial.com and sign his guestbook.
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