Deanna (DeeDee) Lynn Hopwood, 58, passed away on December 23, 2022. She was born on January 7, 1964 sharing the same birthday with her uncle, Peter Oriarte. She attended grades 1-12 at St. Vincent's School in Vallejo. She was an avid sports fan having played PAL softball as a teenager. As a freshman in high school she was chosen to play on the varsity basketball team. She was faithful to Giants, 49ers, and Warriors.DeeDee retired in 2017 after working 30 years at UPS in Concord. She was considered a no-nonsense union rep and strict safety cochair, respected by managers and employees.DeeDee was full of life, laughter and love. She was a tough love but a gentle soul, loved by everyone. For decades she was the protector, listener, advice giver and healer to her "four daughters" - Angel and Adi Geringer and Areanna Deloney her nieces, and Tiffany Oriarte AhChin, her cousin. She was preceded in death by her great-grandparents, Sergio and Candida Argonza, 1920's Vallejo Filipino pioneer family; her grandparents Nora and Burton Oriarte, her grandmother Bessie Causey, and her aunts Norma Difuntorum and Betty Ann Causey. She is survived by her mother Marian and stepfather Bob Hopwood, brother Jason (Sue) Hopwood of Stockton and sister Lisa Hopwood of Vallejo as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, and cousins. A memorial service will be planned at a later date. Private family inurnment will be at All Souls Cemetery in Vallejo. Arrangements were made by Colonial Chapels, Vallejo.Condolences may be sent to the Hopwood Family, 123 Dale Ct., Vallejo, CA 94591
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Published by Times Herald Online on Jan. 7, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Deanna Hopwood

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23 Entries

Pulgencio's

January 7, 2025

Happy Birthday Dee, missed you so much during the holidays. Your eternal presence is felt by all of the family. Mom, John, Lou, and Candy.

Pulgencio's

January 4, 2024

Thoughts of you during these holidays. Miss you so much.
Mom, John, Louie, Candy

Aurora Maria Dial-Blankenship

January 15, 2023

Lisa,
Sending prayers and condolences to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Rori (Aurora Dial) Dial-Blankenship

Alicia J Dorton

January 13, 2023

Dear Marian,
I pray that each memory of your daughter's laughter, smile and love brings you strength and joy.

Jenny Stephenson

January 11, 2023

Marian and family, I'm so saddened to learn of Deedee's passing. I have many fond memories of her, most of which included much laughter and joking. She was a wonderful person who will be missed. My family sends our love.

Vida & Merci

January 11, 2023

Everdearest precious DeeDee, we are thankful for your grateful heart& your true love for both of us. You reached for our hands and touched our hearts.Merci and I love you forever sweetheart.Happy Birthday in Heaven.

Auntie Nora and Uncle Michael

January 9, 2023

We were all close in age. But you always called us uncle and auntie. Nora still remembers the first time she met the family back in the early 80´s. You were the one person she knew there. Yes that smile and your laugh, unforgettable . Rest in peace my dear niece. We love you.

Cynthia Kenion

January 8, 2023

To The Family my condolences
I will miss You DeeDee however I am thankful for the loving fond memories. Your spirit was one to be admired
When we would run across each other, no matter how long it had been or how short in between it was like we wouldn´t miss a beat. We also reminisced about when we were younger and how our families were doing.
I will miss You, My Dear Friend ~ Cindy Cano Kenion

Leissa and Ed Toll

January 7, 2023

Such a beautiful soul Dee Dee Hopwood, we are so sorry that she is gone so soon. Sending warm hugs and prayers to the Hopwood Family!

Luis R Jaime

January 7, 2023

Condolences to the Family . I was fortunate enough to go to school with Dee Dee SPSV 82 . We spoke a few times in the years , always so nice and just a great person so sorry the Lord called you so soon. Prayers God Bless.

Sue Hopwood

January 7, 2023

The first family member (along with Arei because you were with her that night) I met of Jason´s when we first got together. The bearer of the ring and advisor to Jason about asking me to marry him - "if it fits, it´s meant to be". My confidante during one of my toughest times, despite your own tough moments, still being an anchor to me and helping me to navigate. Being one of the catalysts to move us back home closer to family in Cali. I´m so grateful for the last 7 years we´ve had together, which seems entirely too short. I really never thought about you leaving us so soon. I thought we´d laugh together well into our 70s-80s. But this is a reminder to all, as we tend to forget in our flawed humanness, that tomorrow is never promised. DD would want us to live our lives in unity and in a drama-free manner. Everyone knew her as the glue, the bridge, whatever you think of as the thing that keeps it together. I love you, Sis-I´ll keep riding for you. Happy (what would be your 59th year on earth) birthday today

Lisa (Medina) Barry

January 7, 2023

To Dee Dee´s Family,

My condolences to the family. I went to school with Dee Dee from 7th through 12th grade. The fun, laughter and her great smile I´ll never forget. Always helpful, I remember I asked if she wanted to come along with my Mom and I, she needed help for a job she had to get done in Winters, she right away said yes. That day was a lot of fun by the end of the day we were getting silly and laughing telling each other jokes. May she rest in peace.

Edward Valenzuela

January 7, 2023

Loved your smile, you will always be remembered.

Karen LeBeau-Montalvan

January 7, 2023

My condolences to the family.

Lisa (Medina) Barry

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MariaElena Young

January 6, 2023

DeeDee, Giiirrrlll you were my bestie of all besties! Every time we talked it was like time never passed. We just spoke on my birthday and made plans to see one another in the New Year! I will miss you so much my Sister! I have Great memories and Love for you and all of the family! It seemed like I was always at your house or we were always in my car going somewhere! I pray for all of our family and I know you are in heaven sporting wings. I will always keep you in my heart and soul. Until we see each other again! Lubs
MariaElena Young Aka Veronica Hernandez

dennis k ahchin

January 6, 2023

I think back to the first time I met Dee Dee. Tiff had me come to her house to pick her up (she was living at Marians at the time) when I came in, she goes this is my cousin Dee Dee and then says wait here while I finish getting ready. Dee Dee at the time was pleasant but as you know she had a way of intimating you, looking back I think it was a set up lol. So, as I waited nervously, I decide to wander around and look at pictures on the walls and things in the house, somewhat avoiding conversation. What was only a couple of minutes seemed like an hour and I was ready to jet out of there as fast as I could. This interaction is not what I remember the most, it is what came after. Not long after Tiff told me that Dee Dee was not fond of me and was wondering if I was scoping out her house when I was looking around, she also said her cousin was a cop and they are running a background check on me!! WOW, I was like what is going on here lol ... I was offended by all this, but my goal was then to prove her wrong, looking back it was a great strategy she had it was going to scare me off or make me do right. This was one of the many ways Dee Dee would protect the people she loved she would do anything for Tiff and wanted to make sure no creep was trying to play her. What started out as me not liking Dee Dee for judging me grew to me loving her as family and understanding how much she only wanted the best for Tiff and by default our family. Thank you, Dee Dee, for the tough Love and, I promise I will always take care of Tiff for you. Love D.

Rose Orbon Teding

January 6, 2023

To Deedee's family,
Sorry for your loss. I went to school with Deedee from 7th - 12th grade at Saint Vincent's in Vallejo. I will always remember DeeDee as a standout personality with a protective and loving soul to everyone around her. May God bless Deedee and her family. May she Rest In Peace in Jesus' name. Amen.

Uncle Vince

January 5, 2023

DeeDee, growing up you and I were pretty much inseparable. Being so close in age you were not only my niece but my little sister. We played street football, baseball, hoops in the driveway. I have you to thank for getting me and Venissa together back in high school and 44 years later we have a wonderful marriage of 34 years. I will miss our conversations of talking about our days growing up and wondering what life will be as we grow old. Thank you for being you, keeping it real. I will miss your humor, your unmistakable laugh but most of all, YOU! May God rest your soul and welcome you into his paradise! Love you always

Jacqueline Laforcarde-Frank

January 5, 2023

My 1st grade Best Friend, I will miss your smile and crazy laugh. I am grateful for our friendship and the many years of memories. I am so sorry we fell short of Celebrating our 60th Birthday together as planned. Rest in Peace.

Pete Oriarte

January 5, 2023

I will miss u baby, Love to u always in my heart and memories

Dennis Ah Chin

January 5, 2023

I think back to the first time I met Dee Dee. Tiff had me come to her house to pick her up (she was living at Marians at the time) when I came in, she goes this is my cousin Dee Dee and then says wait here while I finish getting ready. Dee Dee at the time was pleasant but as you know she had a way of intimating you, looking back I think it was a set up lol. So, as I waited nervously, I decide to wander around and look at pictures on the walls and things in the house, somewhat avoiding conversation. What was only a couple of minutes seemed like an hour and I was ready to jet out of there as fast as I could. This interaction is not what I remember the most, it is what came after. Not long after Tiff told me that Dee Dee was not fond of me and was wondering if I was scoping out her house when I was looking around, she also said her cousin was a cop and they are running a background check on me!! WOW I was like what in the world is going on here lol ... I was offended by all this, but my goal was then to prove her wrong, looking back it was a great strategy she had it was going to scare me off or make me do right. This was one of the many ways Dee Dee would protect the people she loved she would do anything for Tiff and wanted to make sure no creep was trying to play her. What started out as me not liking Dee Dee for judging me grew to me loving her as family and understanding how much she only wanted the best for Tiff and by default our family. Thank you, Dee Dee, for the tough Love and, I promise I will always take care of Tiff for you. Love D.

Sabina Icasiano Caybut

January 5, 2023

DeeDee was always kind and cheerful. Delightful, welcoming when we had family visits and periodic reunions in Alameda and Blue Rock Springs. Her smile brightened everything and everyone. May your soul DeeDee and all the faithful departed rest in peace and perpetual light shine on you.

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