Born on July 27, 1936, in Darlington, Wisconsin
Passed on May 1, 2026, in Melbourne, Florida.
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Ervin “Erv” Hoeper 89 of Melbourne Florida passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026. Born on July 27, 1936, in Darlington, Wisconsin to parents Emery and Rosella Hoeper. Erv grew up on a dairy farm where he developed a lifelong talent for repairing equipment.
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Mary Hoeper; his four children: Jim Hoeper (Sharon), Julie Bradford (Jack), Jodie Sargent (Brett), and Jerry Hoeper (Candi); his nine grandchildren; three honorary grandchildren; and two great-granddaughters. Erv was also looking forward to the birth of two great-grandchildren this summer. He is also survived by two of his sisters Mary Winslow and Delores Burmeister.
A veteran of the United States Air Force, he moved back to Wisconsin where he met and married his wife. After 13 years, Erv moved his young family to Spokane, Washington where they lived and raised their family for 28 years before eventually settling in Melbourne, Florida to be near their daughter and grandchildren.
Erv enjoyed dancing with his wife Mary, as well as cooking, gardening, reading, and traveling. He was a dedicated fan of the Green Bay Packers and the Seattle Seahawks, and he loved playing cards with family and friends. He was a quiet and loving man who will always be remembered for his beautiful smile and sparkling blue eyes.
A Memorial Service will be held on his 90th birthday, July 27, 2026, at 10 AM at the Cape Canaveral National Cemetery.
Arrangements are being made by Brownlie-Maxwell Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Melbourne, Florida. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Brevard Alzheimer’s Foundation or St. Francis Hospice.
6 entries.
Julie Bradford
wrote on May 8, 2026:
Papa . . . You were the best Daddy a little girl could ask for . . . Letting me follow you around to watch you work on the cars (or when I got older making gingersnaps for you while you changed my oil), gardening with you to tend the food for the family, and helping me landscape my yard. Yes, you were a quiet man, but I always told my children that when you shared something to listen up because it was something important that needed to be said and/or heard.
I miss you . . . You left me to take care and watch over the love of your life. I will do my best and make you proud. I love you forever . . ..
Felicia Clegg
from Melbourne wrote on May 6, 2026:
I met Mr. Hoeper about 30 years ago through his daughter (my friend), Julie. He impressed me as being a very pleasant man, on the quiet side - an observer of people. He listened well and studied others. That is a skill that many do not possess. God gave him two eyes, two ears, and one voice and he used those gifts in their respective proportions very well. Such a wise and gentle man! A gem.
Monica Howland (Roethlisberger)
from Colorado Springs Colorado wrote on May 6, 2026:
What a beautiful story on his life ❤️
Will Hoeper
from Freeport illinois wrote on May 6, 2026:
I always enjoyed talking with your dad, I'm so sorry
Mary Ann Bradford
from Collingdale PA wrote on May 6, 2026:
Julie, Jack, Mary, Erin, Kristin, Melissa and Ian there are no words for the legacy your father, husband and grandfather has left on your family. His shining personality will live on in all your hearts and his smile will last forever in his memory. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Mary Ann
Rick Winslow
from Dickeyville wrote on May 5, 2026:
His smile always hinted at mischief. He will be missed.
Born on July 27, 1936, in Darlington, Wisconsin