(From Derfelt Funeral Home)
Willis G. “Hoppie” Hopkins, age 73 of Columbus, passed away at Mercy Maude Norton Hospital in Columbus at 8:45 PM on November 2, 2017.
Willis was born on September 4, 1944 to the union of Connie E. Hopkins and Leona “Chub” (Reid) Hopkins. He worked for Cherokee County as a backhoe operator for 20 years before beginning his own contract lawn-mowing service, which he operated for several years.
Willis was a regular attender of the Central Christian Center in Joplin. He loved hunting, attending rodeos, participating in horse-pulling, and spending time with his family.
Willis married Barbara Parsons. They had one son, Mark, and they later divorced.
Willis is survived by his son, Mark Hopkins (wife, Melissa) of Columbus; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at 1:30 PM at Park Cemetery of Columbus. Pastor Wes Davis will officiate. A visitation will take place before the service from 12-1:00 PM at Derfelt Funeral Home of Columbnus.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Columbus Saddle Club in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.derfeltfuneralhomes.com.
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