He married Phyllis Ann Schultz on June 16, 1963. They were blessed with many years together.
After graduating from Michigan State University, he worked in tractor sales. Later, he worked in Ford vehicle sales and management in Howell, Michigan. After selling Ford vehicles for over 30 years, he was forced to retire due to health issues.
During his retirement years, Lee enjoyed repairing and restoring farm toys for himself and others. He enjoyed being a member of the All Color Antique Tractor Club.
He is survived by his wife Phyllis, and children: Rene` Hoppe and Joseph Hoppe, Daughter in-law Valorie Hoppe, and Grandchildren: Ciara (Brian) Cheney, Kurtis (Jorden Holscher) Cooley, Joseph (Skye Jones) Hoppe, Anna (Tobias Edgett) Hoppe.
He is also survived by nieces and nephews. He was proud of them and loved them all, especially his great grandson, Theodore Cheney.
Preceding him in death are his parents, his son Michael Hoppe, his sister Shirley (Hoppe) Domke, and his brother Charles Hoppe.
Lee served the Lord through working on various boards and positions in church.
He bravely dealt with many health issues through the years. They included polio, cancer, and heart complications.
There will be a memorial service held at Memorial Lutheran Church,1022 West Grand River Ave., Williamston, MI 48895 on January 11, 2025 at 11am with a luncheon to follow at noon.
In lieu of floral memorials, contributions may be made to Memorial Lutheran Church of Williamston or a charity of your choice.
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