Nellie A. Hopple

Nellie A. Hopple, 78, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Greenwood Village. She was the wife of the late Jay M. Hopple for 55 years before his passing in 2022. Born on February 3, 1946 in Shirley Township, she was a daughter of the late Fred and Mary (McCory) Bilger. Nellie was a loving mother and wife. For all her life, she was a caregiver to her special needs son, Robert. Being family oriented, her favorite memories were of those spent organizing and hosting family reunions. Nellie enjoyed spending time at their family camp and reading and traveling in her free time. Nellie attended Mount Union High School and worked a variety of jobs. She was a member of the West Granville Ladies Auxiliary and The Salvation Army. Nellie is survived by her son, Robert of Granville; daughter, Nancy and husband, Kristopher of Lewistown; brothers, Dennis (Lois), John (Elaine), Lee (Donna), and Carl (Teressa) Bilger; sister, Joyce (Don) McClain; and brother-in-law, Richard Arnett. In addition to her husband and parents, Nellie is preceded in death by brother, James (Jane) Bilger; and sisters, Barbara (Bob) Hallgren and Ruth Arnett. Nellie is to be buried next to her husband at Mattawana Cemetery. A graveside service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to The Salvation Army, 9 S. Dorcus Street, Lewistown, PA 17044. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Nellie, please visit our Tree Store.