Ernest James "Jimmy" Hopkins - Fair Funeral Home

Ernest James "Jimmy" Hopkins December 18, 1939 - May 16, 2016

Born: Monday Dec 18, 1939

Died: Monday May 16, 2016

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Ernest James "Jimmy" Hopkins, 76, of 2743 Worsham Mill Road in Ruffin, passed away early Monday morning, May 16, 2016, at Annie Penn Memorial Hospital.

A graveside service will be held at 2 PM on Wednesday, May 18, at Happy Home Congregational Christian Church Cemetery.

Mr. Hopkins was born December 18, 1939 in Rockingham County, NC to the late Ernest and Rosie Gauldin Hopkins. He was an avid NASCAR fan as well as a fan of blue grass music. He played the mandolin.

He is survived by his wife, Elaine Powell Hopkins of the home; two sons, James Franklin Hopkins of Eden and Jimmy Alan Hopkins and wife, Leigh, of Eden; daughters, Donna Lynn Hopkins of Greensboro and Janis Beasley and husband, Brad of High Point; sister, Linda Cassell of Eden; step-son Kenny Walker and wife, Donnell of Reidsville; four step-daughters, Cindy Carroll and husband, Keith of Thomasville, Janet Holt and husband, Mike of Reidsville, Debra Parker and husband, Neal, also of Reidsville, and Carolyn Vanderwert and husband, David of Stoneville; seven grandchildren; eight step-grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends Tuesday evening, 6 - 8 PM, at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence.

Memorial contributions may be made to Holland Road Baptist Church, 798 Holland Road, Danville, VA 24541.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com

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Jimmy, Leigh and family, I'm sending my deepest condolences to you. Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, Jimmy. Jimmy and Leigh are my friends from school. I couldn't ask for any nicer two people to be friends with. I will be lifting your family up in prayers. My God Comfort you in the days & weeks to come.
April Newsome Hopkins

Elaine and Family, We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Time is precious, and the Lord is good always.
Mike and Kathy Higgs

Elaine, please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Jimmy was one of a kind! Just keep your memories close to your heart. He will be greatly missed. We love you and always know we are there if you need us. Lee, Rhonda, Katie and Travis
Rhonda Presnell

My heart is with all of you as you say Goodbye to "Pop." I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a very fortunate man to have such wonderful children. I know you will miss him very much. You're in my thoughts and prayers today. Love you all, Billie
Billie Lopushinsky

Me Maw we hated to hear about Jimmy. You and family are in out thoughts and prayers. Dan, Emily and Sam Bates
Daniel Bates

Jimmy was a Great Friend and A Great Mandolin Player and singer . And I'm deeply saddened by His Loss But I Know Our Loss is Heaven's Gain and I Cherish the times We played Music Together and My Prayers are with Elaine and The Family May God Bless You and Bring You Comfort. Johnny Johnson
JOHNNY JOHNSON

Please accept our deepest sympathy. Mae, Bill, Debbie, Barry and Kay
Kay Gammon

Jimmy, I am glad I had the opportunity to meet your father on a number of occasions. I enjoyed the music, fellowship, and noticed the value he put on time with his family. You, Leigh, and Alan are in our thoughts and prayers.
Don

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