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BORN
1959
DIED
2025
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Fred Hoeker Obituary
Preceded in death by his parents, his sister Judy Hoff, and his beloved stepfather, Kenneth Schultz.
He will be missed dearly and will forever be remembered for his big personality, positive attitude, his jokes, and cannot forget his rainbow suspenders!
Service is 1pm Saturday September 27th, 2025
Visitation: 11:30am-1pm
Lunch to follow at the
St Peter's by the Lake Episcopal church
8435 Old Channel Trl
Montague, MI 49437
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to St Peter's by the Lake Episcopal Church.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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11 Entries
Brian Thompson
Yesterday
So very sorry for your loss, he was a kind man.
Chuck Hulce
September 12, 2025
May his memory be eternal
Kathy
September 11, 2025
My sincerest condolences at this loss. A good man
Jill C.
September 11, 2025
During the summer between 8th and 9th grades, Fred rowed all the way to Maple Grove twice to pick me up and take me out on the lake. One time he even brought me (wild)flowers and helped my mom bring in her groceries from the car. A true gentleman! I guess you could say he was my first date. ;) May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
Bob Pachman
September 11, 2025
Fred and I were friends for over 50 years. Words cannot describe his ability to make whomever he met a friend. His leadership in Scouting was inspiring to many young men. Godspeed my friend.
Susan Byrnes
September 8, 2025
It was such an honor to have known such a genuine man. The biggest heart you'd ever imagine. Always had a joke, a hug, or an ear. I enjoyed the times my family and I were lucky enough to have.
Bruce Boonstra
September 8, 2025
Fred showed me how important it is to be a mentor of young men in Scouting to live with great values, hard work, always encouraging success and most importantly living the Scout oath and law. He truly made a positive impact in many lives. Our world is a better place because of Fred´s leadership and mentoring.
Rick Witham
September 8, 2025
What a wonderful person to have hadbin my life. Make your life great as a memorial to his.
Steve Gray
September 8, 2025
Fred was an awesome man. Always enjoyed the Scout meetings with him. I will always remember Fred. Heade my life brighter. RIP Fred.
Eileen Grunstra
September 7, 2025
Debbie, I am so sorry for your loss, from your FB posts it was easy to tell he was a great guy. Hugs and prayers.
BARB VANBOGELEN
September 7, 2025
I will never forget the first time I met Fred. He walked up to registration tent at The Sandy Corley Memorial Run (they volunteered) and I get in the deep voice THE HOOKERS are here --Deb just smiled. I am sure you said that same thing walking thru the pearly gates so that they all know you arrived!!!!
Barb VanBogelen
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