David Alan Hopper

David Alan Hopper obituary, Columbia, TN

David Alan Hopper

David Alan Hopper Obituary

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David Alan Hopper, 67, retired employee of Tennessee Children's Services and resident of Columbia, died Monday, July 24, 2017. A memorial service will be conducted Friday at 2:00 P.M. at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home with Russ Adcox officiating. The family will visit with friends Friday from 12:00 – 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home. The family suggests memorials to Maury Hills Church Building Fund, 101 Unity Drive, Columbia, TN 38401. Condolences may be extended online at www.oakesandnichols.com. Born May 31, 1950, in Central City, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Fred J. Hopper and the late Wanda Faye Shemwell Hopper. Mr. Hopper earned his Bachelor's degree in Social Work. Mr. Hopper had served in the U. S. Air Force. He enjoyed music and playing the mandolin. Above all, he cherished time spent with his family. Survivors include his wife, whom he married May 11, 1991, Amanda "Joy" Sides Hopper of Columbia; daughter, Callie Hopper of Columbia; brother, Tony (Tammy) Hopper of Greenville, Kentucky; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Loyd and Dexter Sides of Lawrenceburg; sister-in-law, Linda (Jerry) Dryden of Lawrenceburg; nieces, Ashley (Kyle) Keating, Haley Hopper, Bridgett (Matt) Tays, Shonta (David) Harper, Jessica (Justin) Carr; and several great nieces and great nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Amanda Alan Hopper.

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July 30, 2017

Jan and Blair Maust posted to the memorial.

July 30, 2017

Libby Whitley posted to the memorial.

July 29, 2017

Susan Gamble Crowell posted to the memorial.

Jan and Blair Maust

July 30, 2017

Joy and Callie, so sorry to hear of your loss of a wonderful husband and father. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Libby Whitley

July 30, 2017

We were so sad to hear about David. David was a very big part of my childhood, as were my Aunt Wanda, Uncle Fred and Tony. I tried to keep-up with his life and family through the years, but gets very hard as the years go by. I have always thought of and Loved David. Unfortunately the only time I got to see him was when our family lost another loved one. You will be missed by all your McNeeley cousins, but will be having a beautiful reunion with your baby daughter, Mom and Dad. So sorry for your loss Joy and Callie. May the Lord Comfort you,

Susan Gamble Crowell

July 29, 2017

Joy, you and all of the family are in our thoughts. We will pray for peace and support.

Steve and Carolyn Harris

July 29, 2017

Dear Joy and Callie, With the deepest of heartfelt sympathy, Steve and I want to say how sorry to hear of David's passing. We are praying for The Good LORD to hold and give you continued Strength and Love that only HE can give. We Love You Both

Louise Makool

July 28, 2017

Joy n family I'm so sorry to just now hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts prayers and heart.

Loretta Johnson

July 28, 2017

Mrs. Amanda and Callie, Please know you are in my prayers and thoughts during this time!! David was an AWESOME mentor and supervisor, as well as, a GREAT person!! I learned so much under his leadership!! DCS Juvenile Justice Teams were blessed with an amazing leader for many years and he will forever be remembered!!

Janet and Sue Hearld

July 28, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and the family.

Kathy Butts-Waycaster

July 27, 2017

Joy I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. From all the comments I can tell he was a wonderful man. Love and miss you.

Kenneth Lindsey

July 27, 2017

Tony, Im so sorry to hear about Davids passing. I always thought alot of him. We were friends in school! My thoughts and prayers will be with you and his family..

Trace Golden

July 26, 2017

Worked with David for over five years, he was true leader and a blessing to all that knew him. He believed in humanity, rare quality, such a kind and genuine spirit.

Susie Lovell Alley

July 26, 2017

I'm so very sad to hear of David's passing. I grew up in Central City with David and we graduated in the class of 68 together. Tony my thoughts and prayers are with you and with David's wife and daughter. David was one of the 'good' guys and he will be missed.

Sherri Nabors

July 26, 2017

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James Beuerlein

July 26, 2017

Carrie and I are very sad to hear on the passing of David. Callie and Joy you are such a blessing to everyone and we know you two felt the same way about him. We wish you peace in this time of difficulty.

In Christian Love,

Carrie and James Beuerlein

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