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HOPKINS, John John Hopkins John Joseph Hopkins, age 83 of Roswell Ga and Birmingham Al, died on November 10, 2013 of cancer. He was born in Brooklyn, NY. For 10 years he worked full-time while attending Brooklyn College nights. He joined the Navy during the Korean War, then earned a PhD in Industrial Psychology from Ohio State. He also taught courses at Ohio State & Ga State. In retirement he taught at Kennesaw Univ, and adult ed classes at Seniors Enriched Living (SEL). He spent countless hours as a volunteer AARP tax aide. John worked as a psychologist for AT&T, then in Personnel at South Central Bell in Birmingham. He retired from BellSouth in Atlanta. His retirement gift was not a watch, but cast iron cookware for the many camping trips he would make in retirement. His colleagues knew him well. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Carol Kelly Hopkins, & 4 daughters & their families: Elizabeth & Joseph Walsh, Charles & Eleanor Walsh; Eleanor Hopkins and Cary Mandeville, Lena & Rosalie Mandeville; Kelly Hopkins; and Ashley & Kevin Jones & John Caleb Jones; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Celebration of life mass will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 535 Rucker Rd. Alpharetta, Ga. 30004 on Fri 11-15-2013 at 10:00am, followed by lunch at the church. The family will receive visitors on Thurs 11-14-2013, 2:30-4:00pm also at St. Thomas Aquinas Church. Interment will be at Honey Creek Woodlands, Conyers, Ga. The family requests in lieu of flowers donations to St. Thomas Aquinas Church, John Hopkins fund or a charity of your choosing.
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Memories and Condolences
for John HOPKINS
November 17, 2013
John was my boss with BellSouth Services for over four years. It was a pleasure to work for him. He was honest and fair in every respect. I regret not being able to tell him how much I admired his style of management and I remember the times we discussed his love of camping out and it was obvious how much he loved his family.
Bob Hash
George Liptak
November 16, 2013
Carol:
You were blessed with your marriage to John, and was with his marriage to you.
GEORGE LIPTAK
Lisa Hatten
November 14, 2013
How many people would welcome "The Beast" to dinner time and time again? John did and always with his awesome smile and open arms for hugs. Blessings to all who have sadness in their hearts. Love, Lisa
Eg
November 14, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 14, 2013
Carol and Family, We will forever remember John from across the pond and your feathered friends, Batman, Peanut Butter and Jelly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Stacy Horst and Family
Gina & Jim Thomas
November 14, 2013
Ashley, May you and your family find PEACE as you fondly remember your dad.
Steve Heslin
November 14, 2013
John was a loyal and tremendous friend for my parents and were there for them and us until they left us in 2008 and 2011. Always visiting them at home, hospitals, nursing homes and hospice. I am sure Bill and Jean were one of the first to meet him at the gate, with stories to tell and I can hear their laughter now.
Jeff and Heather Kellar
November 14, 2013
Praying God's peace and comfort for you during this season.
P Sharpe ( Isaiah 12:2 )
November 13, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
LaToiya Williams
November 13, 2013
Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers Liz! - LaToiya
Greg Young
November 13, 2013
My sympathies to the entire Hopkins family. John was one of the kindest people I have ever known. Truly, one of the good guys. He will be missed.
November 13, 2013
Dad was such a touch stone in my life. He was gracious and thoughtful and resilient. I miss his smile and his dancing eyes. His loving daughter, Kelly.
Anita
November 13, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 13, 2013
Dad was an amazing man, a role model, a great dad, and a true friend. I miss him but will carry him always in my heart.
His daughter, Kelly Hopkins
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