Werner E. Schopfer, Jr., age 85 of Collinsville, IL, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at Anderson Hospital in Maryville, IL.

He was born on November 1, 1937 in Oakland, CA to the late Werner Sr. and Lina (nee Richter) Schopfer. He married Maxine (nee James) Schopfer on November 16, 1970.

Werner was a retired aircraft mechanic for Alaska Airlines. He served during the Korean War in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper in the 101 ^st Airborne. He attained the rank of Eagle Scout, enjoyed fly fishing, backpacking, motorcycle racing, bowling and was also a bowling coach instructor.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Manuel Lizarde III.

He is survived by his loving wife, Maxine Schopfer; a son, Werner E. (Jaime) Schopfer III; two grandchildren: Jerralyn (fiancé John Bailey) Schopfer and Jacquelyn (Andrew) Pettit; a brother, Walter (Judy) Schopfer; and a sister, Herzie Aslankhani.

Werner's wishes were to be cremated and a private graveside service will be held.

Memorials may be made in Werner's honor to The COPD Foundation and will be received at Barry Wilson Funeral Home, 2800 N. Center Street, Maryville, IL 62062.