Robert E. Hopkins

Robert E. Hopkins Battle Creek, MI Robert E. Hopkins, 81, of Battle Creek, Michigan died November 29, 2009 at Borgess Hospital. Bob was born on February 14, 1928 in Wheeler, Michigan to John and Cora (Ulery) Hopkins. He graduated from Breckenridge High School May 1945. He joined the US Armed Forces as a sergeant in the Air Force June 1945 through November 1948. Bob was married to Lola May Mosher, who preceded him. He is survived by Nancy (Randy) Edgerton of Bellevue, Bobby (Colleen) Hopkins of Battle Creek, Chuck (Roxana) Hopkins of Cement City, 8 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. He was preceded in death by 13 brothers and sisters. Bob was employed by Dow Chemical, Cello Foil, Eations and Reith and Riley. He was a member of the Shriners, PER of Elks and 32nd Degree Mason. He enjoyed sports, he played baseball for Cello Foil. He enjoyed collecting old model cars and being with friends and family. People could always count on Bob to help with "projects." In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. A Memorial service will be held in the spring in Breckenridge, MI. A notice will be in the paper.