Jack Hoppe

John “Jack” Robert Hoppe, 84, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. He was born on April 11, 1941, to the late John Herman Hoppe and Helen Irene (Morris) Hoppe.

He is survived by the love of his life of 60 years, Mary Ann (Korb) Hoppe. They married on August 21, 1965, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.

He graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1959 and served in the United States Army. He was an active member of American Legion Post #47.

Jack previously owned and operated Fort Wayne Door and later retired from Old Fort Supply. Truly a “Jack” of all trades, he was a successful real estate investor who specialized in flipping homes. He could fix just about anything, but his greatest passion and expertise was in the garage door business.

Much of Jack’s life was spent on Lake James and Big Long Lake, where he made countless memories boating, sitting by campfires, skiing, swimming, and quality time with his family. He cherished his winters at Fort Myers Beach, loved being on the water, and enjoyed snowmobiling.

Jack was a huge football fan, cheering faithfully for the Indianapolis Colts and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. As a boy he even won the soap box derby at Franke Park in 1955.

Rest well to our rock and man of many titles…Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Brother, Son, Uncle, and Dear Friend. Your smile, your laughter, your humor, and your presence brought joy to everyone who knew you. May we all strive to fill the space that you have left behind and honor your legacy.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Ann Hoppe and their four children: Darren Hoppe (Julie), Daniel Hoppe (Rena), Rich (Christina) Hoppe, and Ann Marie (Robert) Neireiter all of Fort Wayne.

He was the proud grandfather of six grandchildren: Kierston (Christopher) McComb, Jessica Hoppe, Tyler Peters, Katie Peters, Kaylee Hoppe, and Anthony Hoppe; and five great grandchildren: Destinee Garcia, Luiz Garcia, Daphnee Garcia, Harper McComb, and Von McComb.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Lois (Hoppe) Hege and brother-in-law, Richard Carl Hege.

Visitation will be held Thursday, January 15, 2026, from 2-4:00 and 5-7:00 PM at Hite Funeral Home, 403 South Main Street in Kendallville. There will be a Rosary service at 1:30 PM. 

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, January 16, 2026, at 12:00 noon at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 1502 East Wallen Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Visitation will also be held from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM prior to the mass at the church. 

Burial with military honors will take place at Highland Park Cemetery in Fort Wayne. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made for a mass in honor of Jack to St. Vincent’s Catholic Church and The Most Precious Blood School.

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