Edith Fay Hopkins
February 6, 1932 ~ December 3, 2020
Edith Fay Hopkins, 88, formerly of Jefferson City, passed away Thursday, December 3, 2020, at John Knox Care Center in Lee’s Summit.
She was born February 6, 1932, in Bernie, Missouri, the daughter of the late Glynn Oral and Nezzie Pearl (Craft) Patterson.
She was a 1950 graduate of Bernie High School.
On March 7, 1954, in Bernie, Missouri, she was united in marriage to William Franklin Hopkins who preceded her in death on April 17, 1995.
Edith worked for the Missouri Bar Association and the Missouri Secretary of State’s office as a clerk in the publications department retiring in 1991.
She was a member of First United Methodist Church. Edith enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
Survivors include two children, James (Jean) Hopkins, Raymore, MO; Linda Hickman, San Antonio, TX; four grandchildren, Angela (Kevin) Griffel, Blue Springs, MO; Kimberly (Todd) Jett, Raymore, MO; Lauren (Patrick) Hickman McMahon, Ann Arbor, MI; Amanda Hickman, Denver, CO; and five great-grandchildren, Makenzie Griffel, Ryan Griffel, William Griffel, Sierra Jett, and Alexis Jett.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William; a son-in-law, Bradley Hickman; and a brother, Billy (June) Patterson.
Visitation will be 1-2 p.m. Monday, December 7, 2020, at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with Pastor Trevor Dancer officiating. The service will be live-streamed for those who wish to watch remotely. The link can be found on Edith’s obituary page under Tribute Wall at www.dulletrimble.com.
The general public is welcome to attend the services while following social distancing guidelines. Facial coverings are suggested while in attendance.
Entombment will be in Riverview Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
She was born February 6, 1932, in Bernie, Missouri, the daughter of the late Glynn Oral and Nezzie Pearl (Craft) Patterson.
She was a 1950 graduate of Bernie High School.
On March 7, 1954, in Bernie, Missouri, she was united in marriage to William Franklin Hopkins who preceded her in death on April 17, 1995.
Edith worked for the Missouri Bar Association and the Missouri Secretary of State’s office as a clerk in the publications department retiring in 1991.
She was a member of First United Methodist Church. Edith enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
Survivors include two children, James (Jean) Hopkins, Raymore, MO; Linda Hickman, San Antonio, TX; four grandchildren, Angela (Kevin) Griffel, Blue Springs, MO; Kimberly (Todd) Jett, Raymore, MO; Lauren (Patrick) Hickman McMahon, Ann Arbor, MI; Amanda Hickman, Denver, CO; and five great-grandchildren, Makenzie Griffel, Ryan Griffel, William Griffel, Sierra Jett, and Alexis Jett.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William; a son-in-law, Bradley Hickman; and a brother, Billy (June) Patterson.
Visitation will be 1-2 p.m. Monday, December 7, 2020, at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home.
Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with Pastor Trevor Dancer officiating. The service will be live-streamed for those who wish to watch remotely. The link can be found on Edith’s obituary page under Tribute Wall at www.dulletrimble.com.
The general public is welcome to attend the services while following social distancing guidelines. Facial coverings are suggested while in attendance.
Entombment will be in Riverview Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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Jim and Linda…I have so many beautiful memories of your mother. We took so many trips together. I’ve lost a dear friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love to you and your families! Mary
eDITH WAS A GREAT NEIGHBOR FOR MANY YEARS AND WAS ONE OF THE NEIGHORHOOD CARD PLAYERS AND WE HAD A LOT OF FUN. eDITH, rEST IN PEACE.
She always seemed to have a smile on her face and a twinkle in her eye. Sending love and prayers to the entire family.
Remembering all the games we used to play in her basement and the wonderful food she provided. Heaven definitely gained another angel. Sending my condolences to the entire family.
Thinking of you and your family. Continued thoughts and prayers. Love you guys! Jerrod
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Jim and Jean, our thoughts are with you and your family. Peggy and Tom
I’m so sorry for all your guys’s lost! Grandma Hoppy was such a sweet and loving person! I remember all the trips with you guys to Jeff City and staying with her. I know I haven’t seen her for awhile but I think of her often! I wish I could be there to give each of you a hug! Love you guys and thoughts and prayers are with you!
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To the family of Edith, that was a lovely service for a much loved lady. You are very fortunate to have called her yours.
Jim & Jean – Beautiful service for a beautiful lady. So glad we could attend virtually and be with you all in spirit. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Deb & Dave McKown
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You and your family are in our thoughts as you grieve this loss. All our love. Mark & Cindy