Frank Hopkins, 73, of Mills River passed away Sunday, July 5, 2009 at Memorial Mission Hospital. A native of Randolph County, he lived in Henderson County for forty-four years. He was a son of the late Dewey and Cora Luther Hopkins. He received a degree in Agriculture from N.C. State University, and was a Marine Corps veteran. He worked with CBM Construction for sixteen years, and was of the Baptist faith.
Survivors include his loving wife of forty-four years, Rosetta Hopkins; three sons, Toby Hopkins and his wife Jodi of Hendersonville, Robert Hopkins of Mills River, Gary Hopkins and his wife Vanessa of Mills River; six grandchildren, Telecia, Taylor, Trace, Emily, Haleigh, Callie; and a number of nieces and nephews.
A funeral will be held at 11:00 am Friday, July 10, 2009, in the chapel of Forest Lawn Mortuary. Rev. Sherrill Moore will officiate. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the chapel.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will always remember all the good times we had with Frank. We wish we could be there for you all right now. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
John, Rhea, Jadon & Slade
Toby,
I am sorry to hear about your dad. I know what it is it lose a dad suddenly. If I can do anything for you let me know please do not hesitate.
Leonard
To the Hopkins family,
We want you to know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad and difficult time. We can’t express to you how much Frank meant to us. He was one of a kind, and we will miss him more than you know. You all have been more than just friends to us. You’ve been part of our family!
Frank, we will miss you!!!
With love and sympathy,
Chris and Charlotte Pursley
We would like to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We regret that we are unable to attend the service, but you should never forget that your friends are your strength in times of loss. We know that there are no words that will take away the pain, so focus on the joy that Frank brought into your lives. Remember all the happy times. Tell the kids all the stories you can about their grandfather. Keep him alive in your memories and in your hearts. We love you all and are praying for your comfort.
Linda and Joe Brittain, Rachel and Joseph
Words cannot heal the pain of losing someone so dear.Wishing you Comfort & Peace durring this trying time.
Love,Bob,Wanda & Josh
Dear Hopkins Family,
We are saddened to hear of your loss in Frank’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. May God be with you and comfort you during these troubling times.
Mike & Jeanette Clark