Dave and Cathy Hoppe

David L. "Dave" Hoppe, age 78, and Catharine M. "Cathy" Hoppe, age 74, both of De Pere, WI, passed away unexpectedly as a result of a fire in their home, Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Dave was born in Wausau, WI, November 13, 1946, son of the late Roger and Janet (Rasmussen) Hoppe. Dave enlisted in the US Air Force after high school and proudly served his country until his honorable discharge. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from UW-Stevens Point. Dave worked as an accountant for his entire career until his retirement.

Dave was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and golfing.

Cathy was born in Algoma, WI, daughter of the late Robert and Carol (Bouche) Peot and was a graduate of Algoma High School, Class of 1969. She went on to earn her Bachelor's in Nursing from UW-Green Bay, working full time while going to school. She was an RN at St. Vincent Hospital for many years until retirement.

Cathy loved to read and shop, especially for holiday gifts.

Dave and Cathy shared a passion for travel and spending time with family.

Survivors include their 3 sons: Jeff (Nikki) Hoppe, Marc Hoppe and Stephen (Jenny) Hoppe; 7 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren and 1 more on the way; Dave's sister, Sue (Thomas) Whisenhunt and Cathy's siblings: Mary (Alvin) Piper, Marge (Bernie) LeGreve, Paul (Donna) Peot, Robert (Carla) Peot and Ron (Cindy) Peot. They are further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

They are preceded in death by Cathy's brothers, Mark Peot and Michael Peot.

Visitation will be held at Newcomer Chapel (340 S. Monroe Ave., Green Bay, WI), Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 2 to 4 PM. A funeral service will follow at 4 PM. Burial will be in Nicolet Memorial Gardens.

Dave and Cathy's family would like to thank the First Responders that came to their aid.