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1938 - 2011
Mrs. Judith Ann Hopkins, age 73, of Greenville, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at her home surrounded by her family and under the care of Heartland Hospice. She was born in Hastings on May 28, 1938, the daughter of Floyd and Dorothy (Loveland) Denny, and graduated from Hastings High School. On November 1, 1957, she married John Bruce Hopkins. He preceded her in death in 2010. Judy was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker. She liked to crochet and do embroidery work, and she loved tractor shows and reading. She enjoyed all nature, birds, flowers, and camping bonfires with lots of marshmallows. She is survived by her sons, Steve (Kitty) Hopkins and Terry (Brenda) Hopkins; grandchildren, Joshua Hopkins, Holly (Adam) Van Wagner, and Tamara (Christopher) Larsen; great-grandchildren, Hunter Athey, Harper Van Wagner, and Emma and Oliver Larsen; sisters, Joyce (Oliver) Boulter, Kate DeWitt, and Marion Maurer; and her brother, Robert Denny. In addition to her beloved husband, Judy was preceded in death by her sons, Doug and Johnny Hopkins; and an infant daughter. Her family would like to especially thank Karen Sprague and Heartland Hospice for their gentle and loving care. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, December 9, 2011 at Spencer Mills Church (12710 17 Mile Rd., Gowen), with visitation from 12:00 to 1:00 PM prior to the service. Burial will in Rest Haven Memory Gardens, Belding. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Spencer Mills food pantry.
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There are currently 7 condolences.
Shelly Pohl
Monday December 26, 2011 at
3:05 PM
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So sorry to hear about Aunt Judy. She was a wonderful woman. A great Aunt. She will be sadly missed. I didn't hear about her passing until about a week after her funeral. My prayers are with you Steve and Kitty and Family and Terry and Brenda and family. lOVE TO YOU ALL
Love Shelly Ron & Sheila Pohl
(Staffen)
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William Goupell, Jr
Tuesday December 13, 2011 at
12:13 PM
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Aunt Judy was a wonderful woman, wife, mom and such. I've known her and the Hopkins family ever since I was born...That is why we have always called each Grandma,Grandpa, Aunt, Uncle or considered each or some part of the family. Aunt Judy was a strong woman not just in the physical way...she loved her family and protected them...she wasn't afaird to voice her opinion on most anything, especially anything to do with her boys. They might be rough around the edges but they was going to learn respect and to have manners. She cooked the best darn chocolate chip cookies ever..."remember that we would eat them all when I would watch the boys while Uncle Bruce and Aunt Judy went to the races"...them blame each other for eating the very last cookie. I spend alot of time at Uncle Bruce and Aunt Judy's since their son Doug was my best friend growing up. It was a place with good people, good friends and the door was always open and plate at the dinner table. I apologize for keeping in touch with them over the years. But they are here in my heart and in my memories.
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Nels Hansen
Friday December 9, 2011 at
8:44 AM
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Hi Steve & Kitty,
I was very sorry to read that your mom passed away. Lori and I would like to extend to you our sincere sympathies. Thinking of you today!
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Susan Brewster Anstett
Friday December 9, 2011 at
8:33 AM
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Steve, Terry, and family,
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your mother was always so cheery and pleasant. Her smile will be missed.
Larry, Susan, & Roy Brewster
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Kim Heether
Friday December 9, 2011 at
7:01 AM
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Steve and Kitty,
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and all of your family at this time of sorrow. I hope you can find strength in your memories of Judy and in knowing that we are praying for all of you today.
Kim and Ashley
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HANSEN VISION CENTER
Thursday December 8, 2011 at
3:31 PM
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Steve & Kitty, Terry & Brenda and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Judy has been a patient of ours since 1957 and will be greatly missed. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dr. Rocky Hansen, Dr. Anne Pfeffer, Dr. Shane Stewart and Staff
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Mike & Shirley Harris
Thursday December 8, 2011 at
11:56 AM
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When you lose someone very precious, no one can really know all that you feel, know that our thoughts and prayer's are with all of you. What a special lady Judy was to us and will be remembered with great memories.Love to all.
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