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1947
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2015
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Donald Hoppe Obituary
Donald Hoppe, 67, lifelong resident of Wheaton/Glen Ellyn area, beloved husband of Karren; dear father of Michelle, Steve and Bryan; proud grandfather of Brooklyn; dear son of the late Nelson and the late Alice Hoppe; and owner of his faithful dogs, Lady and Fred. Born Sept 19, 1947, he passed away at home with his family on Thur, Aug 27, 2015. Don was a passionate medical malpractice defense attorney, working for firms in Chicago including Kirkland & Ellis, Peterson & Ross, and Johnson & Bell. Visitation, Thur, Sept 3, from 4-8 p.m. at Hultgren Funeral Home, 304 N. Main St., in Wheaton, IL. Funeral service, Fri, Sept 4, at 11 a.m. at the Wheaton Evangelical Free Church (now known as the Compass Church), 520 E. Roosevelt Rd., Wheaton, IL 60187. Memorials to American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org/donate?. Online guest book at hultgrenfh.com. For more info call Hultgren Funeral Home, 630-668-0027.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Donald Hoppe
Charlie Lang
January 19, 2016
I was so saddened to read of Don's passing in the Brown Alumni Monthly. Don and I were very close friends and fraternity brothers at Brown, and Don was an usher in my wedding. I'll always cherish the fun times we had and regret that we didn't maintain our friendship through the years.
My sincerest condolences to Karren and all the family.
Tom O'Malley
September 17, 2015
Karren:
My condolences on Don's passing. He was a "Man for all Seasons". May he rest in peace.
Tom O'Malley
SAM KITTO
September 3, 2015
Sending many prayers to you all at this difficult time.
GinaMarie Aiello-Smith
September 3, 2015
I will miss Don. He was a lovely man and I looked forward to seeing him on Wed.'s. He was always in my prayers. My condolences to his wife and children. He will b sorely missed.
Melissa L.
September 3, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Don was one of the kindest and wisest menI knew. Full of life. He was strong and kept putting one foot in front of the other.
We were on a journey with a special group and he was so loved by all. He will be forever missed. May God bless you all during this time. May Don rest in peace and be your angel from above.
David Atlas
September 1, 2015
I worked with Don at Johnson & Bell when it was called Johnson, Cusack & Bell. Don was one of the smartest and insightful lawyers I ever knew. His analysis and writing style were beyond compare and his trial abilities were unquestionable.
I am very saddened to learn that Don is no longer with us and he will be deeply missed by all those who knew him and loved him. My deepest sympathies go out to his beloved family.
Most sincerely,
David S. Atlas
Sue Solo
August 31, 2015
Karren,
I'm so very sorry to hear of Don's passing. I enjoyed seeing you both at the Downers Grove Petsmart adoption days. My sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Alexis Jones
August 31, 2015
So sorry for your loss. A WCHS classmate.
August 31, 2015
I'm so sorry, Karren. I enjoyed knowing him.
My prayers are with you.
Marj
August 31, 2015
Karren and family-
Love you and praying for the peace and comfort of the Holy Spirit-may you feel the love of all who comfort you from near and far. Glen and I are offer our deep, deep sympathy on the loss of Don.
With love,
Lynn and Glen Smith, Colorado Springs
Farrah Fahmy
August 31, 2015
We ve met at quite a few Midwest BREW events throughout the years and you both were always so helpful, welcoming and generous with your time! Our prayers and condolences to you and your family.
The Hultgren Family and Staff
August 30, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Pandy and Edward Olmstead
August 30, 2015
So very sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathy for your family
Sue Chruszch
August 30, 2015
Karren, you and your family are in our thoughts during this difficult time. With Beaglefest being yesterday - we know Don was there in spririt watching all the dogs. No more suffering for Don, which is a blessing though, and hopefully that can carry you thru.
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Hultgren Funeral Home and Cremation Center - Wheaton304 N. Main St., Wheaton, IL 60187
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