Dr. Hipolito C. Lopez, Jr., 72, died of natural causes on Wednesday, January 29th in his vacation home in Apopka, FL. He was born June 21, 1941 in Manila, Philippines. Hipolito graduated from the Far Eastern University, School of Medicine in the Philippines in 1965. He married his medical school sweetheart Cecilia Diaz and moved to the United States in 1966. After finishing their residency training in New Jersey and Ohio, they started and ran a private medical practice in Kewanee, IL. Later, Hipolito served as an emergency room physician at Illini Hospital in Silvis, IL before retiring to Chicago with Cecilia in 2012. He dedicated 46 years to treating, healing and caring for patients in need. Outside of his medical life, Hipolito enjoyed raising his 4 children, hunting, flying his airplane and boating. He was actively involved in the community. He led organizations such as the Rotary Club, taught Advanced Cardiac Life Support Courses, and volunteered as the high school team physician. When his kids turned into parents, Hipolito was a caring, nurturing, loving grandfather. He spent his time baiting their hooks, attending their sporting events, and watching them grow. Hipolito is survived by his loving wife, Cecilia of Oakbrook, IL and Apopka, FL; children, Hipolito D. Lopez III (Eileen), of Roscoe, IL, Alex D. Lopez (Julie Ann) of Thousand Oaks, CA, Thomas D. Lopez (Jennifer) of DeForest, WI, and Neil D. Lopez (Stephanie) of St. Louis, MO; sister, Lila C. Lopez, brother Reynaldo Lopez both of the Philippines; many nephews and nieces, and six Lopez grandchildren, Zach, Josh, Hannah, Ben, Jake and Alaina. He will be missed as a loving brother, husband, father, grandparent and friend. A private memorial service will be held in Illinois at a later date. Services Entrusted to Loomis Family Funeral Home Chapel, Apopka, FL 407-880-1007. Online condolences www.loomisfuneralhomes.com In lieu of flowers please make donations to Far Eastern University Nicanor Reyes School of Medicine Foundation (FEUNRSMF) c/o Dr. Manuel Malicay 2s676 S. Ave Vendome, Oak Brook, IL 60523
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Robin O''Connor says
I loved Dr. H…..when I worked with him at Kewanee Hospital he always had a great smile and a wonderful laugh that could lighten any situation. He and Dr. C were great to work with. I feel very privileged to have worked at the hospital during a time when patients were able to stay until they were ready to go home. A time when we all were friends and neighbors. Thanks Dr. Lopez for being a wonderful part of Kewanee, and taking care of so many of our Kewanee residents. Rest in Peace my friend. Robin O'Connor, Social Worker
curt appell says
I will never forget what a great person and Dr. He was. I worked many years with him and Dr. C. and remember all that he did for Kewanee Hospital and Staff. He was a true friend, a great teacher to all of us. He so enjoyed his family and was a great asses to our community. I will cherish the memories he made over the years and he will not be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to his family and hope the memories will be with you forever. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Carol and Curt Appell
Mary McIntire says
Dear Dr. Cecilia, Lito, Alex, Tom, Neil and all of your families, I was so sad when I heard the news of Dr. H's death. I have so many fond memories of all of us working together from early on. As Dr. H. would say: "We all grew up together", which we did. Dr. H. was an excellent physician, mentor and teacher. He not only taught many classes for EMS personnel, but actually helped to put Kewanee on the map in the world of Emergency Medical Services with many of the programs that were initiated at Kewanee Hospital during our time of working there. We actually became a traveling team of trauma and EMS educators throughout Illinois I was so happy to see him and work with him again during the time I worked in the Emergency Room at Illini Hospital. He will truly be missed by many. My sympathy and prayers are with all of you.Mary McIntire
robin schosser says
Dear Julie and Alex j did not know your father bbe from reading all the posts he seemed like a wonderful man all of us at the dojo are very sorry for your loss and if you need anything we are here
s. ukenta says
I am very sorry for the loss of your loved one. Dealing with death is never easy, but there is hope. The Bible teaches that our loving God Jehovah, "…will wipe out every tear from (our) eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore…" May your family find true comfort at this time of distress. -Psalms 34:18. Please feel free to contact me for more comfort, or visit jw.org.
Marilyn says
One of my first memories of meeting Dr. H was when my mother's friend was dying, and he commented "Come to see her often because her time is short". I thought "What a compassionate and caring doctor"! I'm sure many of his patients thought of him in the same way. Feel privileged to say that he was truly a good friend and considered part of our family after Eileen and Lito were married. He will be missed. He is in our prayers as well as all of his family.Gene and Marilyn
Randy Thompson says
I was saddened when I heard the news today. I am thankful that I got to know Hipolito. He was first a teacher for me as an EMT, and then a mentor. He passed on his love of medicine to me, and his passion for emergency care. I always considered him a role model, and he is in large part responsible for my decision to become an emergency physician. I know that my life is better for having met you, and I thank you for this. May you rest in peace. My condolences to Cecilia and family.Randy Thompson (Shirley Kelly's son from Galva)Currently living in Billings Montana.
William Thieben says
"Doctor C"I just learned of "H" passing. I am so sorry for your loss and hope you will convey my sympathy to all your family. I recall the staff from when I began at Kewanee Hospital in 1975. You and H were always good to me and I will always be grateful.Bill Thieben
Christy Enemark says
Sorry to hear of Dr.H's passing. He was a good doctor and a kind man. Glad he was here in Kewanee and took care of all of us. Thank God for him, Dr. C and Dr. Svenson.Our prayers are with your whole family.Christy and Ralf Enemark.
Kim Martin Emerson says
So sorry to hear of Dr. H's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Kim Martin Emerson
Cherie Overbaugh says
Sending my sympathy to you Cecilia and your family at this sad time. I have thought of you often throughout the years. And just a couple weeks ago was checking in the Quad-Cities to see where Doc was. Was told he had retired. Remembering how my Bob went with Doc to get his plane and the times they flew out to see and pick up the boys at West Point. My Blessings to you at this time. I live now in Bonita Springs, FL. but I am still here in Galva this year in all this terrible cold and snow. Rest In Peace, my friend! Cherie Overbaugh
Carol Pettersson says
Cecilia, I am so sorry to hear of Dr. H passing. I have always had fond memories of him, he saved my mom's life (Nina Verstraete) Dr. H was so caring. I miss both of you, it is not like it used to be when you both were here My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Carol Pettersson ( Dee Dailey's friend)