Dorothy Zopf

Dorothy Zopf, age 95, of Quincy, died on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 in Bickford Cottages. She was born on July 26, 1929 in Blessing Hospital, Quincy. She was the daughter of William and Vera (Ginster) Bastert. She married Harold John Zopf on June 30, 1951 in St. Rose Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on June 14, 2023.

Dorothy was a secretary for Herbert Finance and later the Illinois State Bank until her retirement in 1989.

She was a long time and active member of Blessed Sacrament Church and participated in the Council of Catholic Women at the church. Dorothy also was a volunteer at Blessing Hospital and the Ladies of Charity. She was a member of the Women’s City Club. Dorothy also enjoyed golf, quilting, puzzles, bridge and other card games. Her greatest joy was family, most recently spending time with her great-grandchildren and her beloved sister: Marilyn.

Dorothy is survived by:
THREE CHILDREN: Michael Zopf of Champaign, IL; David Zopf (Doris Acquaviva Zopf) of Stafford, VA; and Brian Zopf (Donna Zopf) of Quincy.
SIX GRANDCHILDREN: Adam Zopf; Eric Zopf (Sarah); Victoria Zopf and Peter Zopf; and Bradley Zopf (Lydia) and Danielle Mercer (Nick).
SIX GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN: Haley and Frankie Zopf; Jonah and Micah Zopf; and Ralph and Henry Mercer.
A SISTER: Marilyn Martin
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.

In addition to her husband, Dorothy was also preceded in death by her parents, a daughter Karen Zopf, and
A daughter in law: Marilynne Wright Zopf a brother Robert Bastert along with his wife Dee, a sister: Margaret Linthicum along with her husband Dick, and a special brother-in-law Kent Martin.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 11:30 AM in Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Interment in Greenmount Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church on Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 10:30 AM until the time of the Mass at 11:30. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. The Duker & Haugh Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

9 Comments

  1. Peggy Boden on June 3, 2025 at 8:26 pm

    Brian, Donna, Brad and Danielle,
    Sorry for your loss. Jim and I have spent many occasions at your house with Dorothy.
    RIP.
    Jim and Peggy

    • Don Benz on June 5, 2025 at 1:36 pm

      Brian and Family – i am sorry for your loss- I wish you peace

  2. Carol Ragar Leckbee on June 4, 2025 at 6:40 am

    So sorry to hear of Dorothy passing. Her and Harold were such great people.Harold worked years ago with my dad,Jim Ragar at Conoco.

  3. Ann (Geisendorfer) Ostermiller on June 4, 2025 at 12:20 pm

    I remember Dorothy and Harold as such warm and loving people. They were always present at the school events and always had a smile on their faces. I used to see them with Karen at the Gems games all the time. You were very fortunate to have such a wonderful Mother. Dorothy will be greatly missed and may she receive great rewards in heaven!🕊️

  4. Lisa Harland on June 4, 2025 at 5:41 pm

    Harold and Dorothy were a special couple. Always present for their family and all the St. Mary’s school families. Together again. Rest in peace.

  5. Steve and Laura (Werneth) Price on June 4, 2025 at 8:49 pm

    Remembering Dorothy with fond memories. I grew up in the same neighborhood and stopped by occasionally with my Dad for her notary services. Then I worked with her at lllinois State Bank for many years. She was a kind person and always had a smile and conversation.
    Sincere sympathy to you, Brian and all your family.

  6. Jeanne Gilbert on June 5, 2025 at 7:53 pm

    Hi Marilyn..Im so sorry to hear of your sisters passing..Thoughts and prayers for you and your family..
    Jeanne Gilbert

  7. Deborah (Kinne) and Dennis Powell on June 6, 2025 at 5:29 pm

    So very sorry for your loss! Prayers for the Zopf family for peace and strength.

  8. Jeff Hollender on June 7, 2025 at 1:40 pm

    Brian and family,
    May your Mom rest in the eternal peace of our Lord! You all are in my prayers.

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