Mike Hilker

Mike Hilker, 68, of Ste. Genevieve, passed away October 7, 2015 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born January 10, 1947, in St. Louis to the late Leonard W. and Willie F. (Bryant) Hilker. Mike was a member of the Farmington Elks Lodge #1765 and Ozark Bass Fishing Club. Mike truly loved his fishing past time. He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Donna Hilker. Mike is survived by his wife, Bonnie Hilker; two children, Susan Fessler and husband Shane, David Carpenter and wife Stephenie; six grandchildren, Cole, David Jr., Kaylee, Brooklynn, Kylie, and Kaitlyn; three brothers, Louie Hilker and wife Naomi, Richard Hilker and wife Kim, and Bobby Hilker; five sisters, Margaret Hilker, Dottie Archer and husband Eric, Leona Bosler and husband Gary, Kim Dean and husband "Dean," Mary Bryant and husband Jim. Visitation will be held at C.Z. Boyer and Son Funeral Home in Desloge, Sunday, October 11, 2015 from 4:00 PM to service time at 6:00 PM. A special friend, Roy Mickan will be officiating. Memorials may be directed to St. Judes Children's Research Hospital. View tribute and share your memories and condolences at www.czboyer.com.