Matthew Hoppel

Matthew Francis Hoppel of Knoxville, TN passed away on January 27, 2020, at the age of 38. He was born June 21, 1981, in Norwalk, CT.

Matthew will be missed by his parents, Bruce Hoppel of Norwalk and Lori Hoppel of Ocala, FL, sister Heather Anne Hoppel Disimile  of Pine Bush NY, brother Daniel Hoppel of Titusville FL, step mother Erin Hoppel, half sisters Emily Hoppel of Norwalk and Rachelle Hoppel of CA, daughter Serenity and son Logan Hoppel and their mother and former wife Starla Hoppel, daughter MaKenna Hoppel and her mother Amanda Kiely, fiancé Jessica Lee and her children, Thomas, Victoria, Taylor, Tatum and Tricia , all of Tennessee as well as many cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.

Matthew was born in Norwalk CT and spent the majority of his childhood in Ocala, FL with his brother and sister. At 21 Matthew moved to Kentucky where he spent 4 years before finally settling in the state of Tennessee where he has lived ever since.

Matthew worked in many different fields but was most comfortable in the construction industry where he spent many years doing commercial and residential roofing. He had recently made a decision and commitment to return to school to obtain a Heating and Air Conditioning license and was returning from a day of classes when GOD called him to Heaven.

Matthew did not have an easy life and faced many challenges that would have defeated a lesser man. Although Matthew struggled at times to improve himself and his situation he never stopped trying. Matthew was always willing to help whenever he could and touched the lives and hearts of many. He loved his family and loved his children and the children of those he held dearest.

Those who knew Matt, even just a little will surely miss his easy going character, his jokes, love, hugs and smile. These are the memories that will keep him alive in our hearts forever.

All are welcome to attend a memorial service on Saturday February 8, 2020 from 2:00pm - 5:00pm at the Hoyt-Cognetta / Raymond Funeral Home, 5 East Wall Street, In Historic Norwalk, CT. Please visit www.norwalkfh.com to leave an online condolence for the family.

Friends and Family will be received at the Hoppel residence following the service for refreshments.