Kenneth R. Hopkins

Kenneth R. Hopkins, age 95, of Avondale, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family, on Monday, February 18, 2019. Ken was born in Jeannette, PA, and raised his family in Rochester, NY, before retiring to Lakeland, FL. He later relocated to Avondale, PA, to live with his daughter. Ken proudly served as a WW II Bomber in the Army Air Corps. He worked as a dedicated social worker in the Rochester School District, retiring at age 62. Ken loved music. He was a huge opera fan and performed in many community opera productions. Ken also sang in the church choir for 80 years. He gave back to the community as a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity among other organizations. Ken followed politics and loved a good political debate. He cheered for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates. As an avid golfer, he golfed his age six years in a row – an accomplishment of which he was very proud. In recent years, some of his favorite activities were getting pedicures, going to breakfast, and working crossword puzzles. Russell Stovers dark chocolate was his treat of choice. Ken is survived by his beloved family including daughters: Jana Femia (John), Lynda Morris, and Julia McLaughlin; grandchildren: Robert Hopkins, Elizabeth Femia-Georgion, Nicholas Femia, Christopher Morris, Matthew Morris, Brendan McLaughlin, and Kevin McLaughlin; 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Barbara Patch; brother-in-law, Thomas Campbell; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joanne Hopkins; daughter, Lisa Hopkins; parents, Earl and Eva Hopkins; and 7 siblings. A visitation will be held Friday, February 22, 2019, from 2-3 PM at Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home, 635 Churchmans Rd., Newark, DE 19702 followed by a service in celebration of Kenneth’s life at 3 PM. Burial will be private. A future memorial service will be held in the spring in Rochester, NY. The family would like to thank the staff of Willow Tree Hospice and other private caregivers for the loving care Ken received. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Willow Tree Hospice, 100 Sycamore Drive, West Grove, PA 19390. For directions or to send an online condolence visit www.stranofeeley.com

Kenneth R. Hopkins

February 15, 1924 - February 18, 2019

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