James D. “Jim” Hopkins
November 1, 1946 ~ March 22, 2010
James D. “Jim” Hopkins, 63, of Derby, former St. Paul, KS resident, died Monday, March 22, 2010, following an extended illness. He was born November 1, 1946 in Parsons to Fielding S. and Eulalia M. (Moriarty) Hopkins. He grew up in St. Paul, and graduated from St. Paul High School in 1964. On November 7, 1970 he married JoAnn Bogner, at the St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Greenbush, KS. JoAnn preceded him in death on June 29, 2004. Survivors: two sons, Brian J. Hopkins, his wife Rachel and children Julia Nicole and Fielding Scott of Littleton, CO and Gregory W. Hopkins of Wichita; one daughter, Jan Marie Hopkins and her daughters, Shannon and Sarah-Jo LaValla of Wichita; two sisters, Karen Steinbacher and Janet Moore (Dale); numerous nieces and nephews. A Vigil Service will be at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, at the Church of the Magdalen. A Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m., Thursday, at the Carson-Wall Funeral Home in St. Paul. The Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, at the St. Francis Catholic Church in St. Paul. Burial will be in the St. Francis Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to: All Souls Food Bank, c/o All Souls Parish, 4950 S. Logan, Englewood, CO 80113. Downing and Lahey East Mortuary.
A Vigil Service will be at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, at the Church of the Magdalen. A Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m., Thursday, at the Carson-Wall Funeral Home in St. Paul. The Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, at the St. Francis Catholic Church in St. Paul. Burial will be in the St. Francis Cemetery.
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I know Jim and Jo are folded in angels’ wings catching up and they and mom and dad will be telling stories for eons to come. May God’s loving arms give you strength to fill the emptiness that Jim’s passing leaves in your hearts. My love to you all.
Dear Hopkins family, Your dad will be deeply missed. Uncle Jim was such a great man, and always knew how to make someone smile with his funny sense of humor. I remember when your mom came and stayed with our family for 2 weeks while my mom was battling breast cancer. She and I would go out on the patio and talk for hours. I’d have a bowl of ice cream and she’d have her one cigarette for the day. I really got to know her for the first time on a more personal level. I was 16, and she took tons of our photos, framed them, and hung them up in our hallway. They are still there. Before her, we didn’t have any pictures up really. She cleaned and cooked, and just made me feel so warm. I remember her telling me the story of how she and Jim starting dating, and how he proposed to her. She actually was in the car with him, and he was driving her all around town, and finally, she turned to him and said, ‘So are you going to ask me to marry you or not?’ hehe She knew it was coming. She was so great. Since she went to heaven, I talk to her often, and feel that her strong spirit helps me to keep a stiff upper lip at times. Your mom and dad came all the way to Texas to suprise me for my highschool graduation. They brought me a red rose with their surprise arrival. They have always made me feel so special. I am very upset that I am not going to make it to the funeral. I apologize sincerely to not only you guys, but to your dad. I am praying for him, and praying to him, letting him know how much he is missed and loved by all here below. The reason I won’t be there is that my husband suffered a bad injury, and is on his 6th surgery tomorrow. He’s in the hospital, and my daughter Marlee is sick now with a fever, and so I am regretful that I won’t be able to go. I would have gone, Uncle Jim, for sure and wouldn’t have let anything get in the way, but now with these circumstances I am unable. So I am deeply sorry, but I will be there in spirit, remembering what a great man he was, and thanking God for putting him here for all of us to love for the time we had him. I loved your parents so much. They knew how to work hard, but have fun at the same time. They were loyal to their loved ones and true to themselves. Your mom would write me letters in the first year of my college to keep me from getting too lonely. I went and visited her while she was in the hospital just a month before she passed on. I remember how much love your dad showed her, calling her his beautiful bride. He was such a loving husband and caregiver. He doted over her, and gave her the best of his love during what was the worst time of his life. He knew how to love deeply even when times were not easy. I will always remember your parents for their courage and deep love. P.S.Also your mom taught me a really powerful prayer, that I use all the time, because I always am losing things. ‘Tony, Tony, look around… I’ve lost something that can’t be found.’ She taught me this St. Anthony prayer a long time ago, and everytime I find what I’m looking for! So I thank her for that.
I just wanted to express what an honor it was to be a part of Jim’s care at the Cancer Center. He always managed to make sure I was doing okay no matter how bad he felt. He fought very courageously for a long time – I’m glad he is no longer suffering. Brian, Greg, and Jan you are in my thoughts!
Jan, I cannot think of the right words to tell you how sorry I am to hear about your Dad. I still remember the fun I had at your house. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Brian, Jan and Greg, So sorry to hear about your Dad. Your parents were very special people. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. Our first memories of your dad were in high school. He was a year older than Ed and we remember him as being so much fun. Later, we visited your home with my cousin, Betty Weninger, and both of your parents were such down to earth, gracious hosts. I really feel that both of your parents are taking care of you all; just in a different way. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
DEAR QUIET SON AND DR and DAUGHTER. Your Daddy was very special to me. He was a very kind man and I so loved to see him come in. I loved the way he always kept me informed on what you all were doing he was such a proud papa. I will miss him and his smile so much. You kids take care of yourselves and always be there for each other. I will miss hearing about you and seeing you. You are in my heart and in my prayers. With my Love Kitty Jane
Truely sorry to hear about Jim. I worked at KG&E, but only saw Jim once in a while because he was in a different dept.. Jim retired about the same time I did and since I’m only a block away would stop in and shoot the bull. I really hoped Jim could beat this. God Bless! Robert Lupton
Brian & Rachel- Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire Hopkins family. Jim is finally at peace and with your mother. May God Bless you and have a safe trip home. John, Jeny, Maddy & JD Mash
Hopkins Family- Your Dad will be deeply missed. He was a tremendous neighbor and friend to our family. Jim was always there for my grandmother and mother. For that we are grateful. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Elaine and I got to know Jim because Jo and I worked together for 30 plus years at KG&E. We grew to love them both over the years and considered it an honor to be counted amoung their friends. We enjoyed having them in our home and being in theirs. Brian, Jan and Greg, you may not remember me, but I feel that I know each of you well from all the years of your mom’s sharing many of your growing up experiences with me at work. We will miss your dad as we have missed your mom this past few years. Bill & Elaine Boswell
Jim was a dear friend and a very good man. He said what he meant and did what he said. Not many left of Jim’s caliber. Doing anything wrong or saying anything dishonest was as foreign a concept to him as drinking gasoline. He will be sorely missed.
my sincere sympathy to James’children who I had the opportunity to meet while I was working with him to set up his transplant in Wichita. I was the ‘ transplant coordinator’. Within a few conversations, I could tell how much he loved his children and grandchildren. I so enjoyed visiting with him and having the oportunity to help take care of him. My prayers and thoughts for all of you.
To know Jim is back with our cousin Jo in this time of our loss is of comfort. They were a perfect marriage match 40 years ago, and now are together again. As one of Jo’s 70+ Texas cousins, I only knew Jim from a distance, but he fit in our family real well! He and Jo certainly rest in peace.
Greg, we are so sorry to hear about your father.our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Hopkins Family. Please accept our prayers and deepest sympathy during this time of sorrow.
Our prayers are with Jim’s family, he was a great person to be around.
Your family will be in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Darren & Robin Johnson Andale, KS