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Hopkins, George W.

November 28, 1936 –
 January 4, 2016

Obituary

George William Hopkins, age 79, of Irving, Texas, passed away on January 4, 2016. He was born November 28, 1936 in Anderson, IN.  George lived in Indiana until the last three decades of his life, during which he lived in Irving. George enjoyed entertaining people as a clown, a magician, a face painter, and as Santa Claus. He is remembered by his friends as being unfailingly generous with his time and energy in helping others.  Even after retiring from his work at UT Southwestern Hospital, he helped children by working as a school crossing guard for the City of Irving. Neighbors remember seeing George walking his dog, Shadow, often. Those who didn’t know George by name remember him as “the man with the little black dog”. George was preceded in death by his father, Arvil, his mother, Naomi, and his son, Chris. George is survived by his loving wife, Marti, of Irving, his children and step-children: La Quieta Beth (and her husband, Bob) of Anderson, IN, Beth (and her husband, Peter) of San Jose, CA, and Brad of Irving, and by George’s grandchildren, Tommy and Rebecca. In lieu of flowers, Marti requests George be remembered through a memorial gift to the American Diabetes Association.   Please send the family condolences and sign the guest book on this site. Arrangements are under the direction of: Aria Cremation Service & Funeral Home 1820 N. Belt Line Road Irving, Texas 75061 972-607-4400

    Marcy Poland
    19 Jan 2016
    4:53pm

    So sorry to hear of George’s passing. Those who knew Hopper will never forget his laughter and generous of his time. Bump a Nose in Heaven with Hubba Hubba

    FRECKLES
    19 Jan 2016
    7:29pm

    Memories are the legacy of love.
    My condolence to your family.

    Deidra, Robert, Rylan and Reid Russell
    19 Jan 2016
    7:31pm

    We will never forget how much fun George and Marti made our children’s Birthday parties when they were dressed as clowns. We also enjoyed him as Santa Claus that came to Grandma’s house! George was a self-less, loving man. I was honored to have to know him.

    Hal & Pamela Hudgins
    20 Jan 2016
    2:19pm

    We will always have fond memiories of kind and gentle George. He was a good friend to have, the kind that would rather give you a quarter than cheat you out of a dime. We will greatly miss you, George. You’ve left us with a missing part in our lives.

    Sandra "Fiddle Britches" Anderson
    20 Jan 2016
    3:49pm

    So sorry for your loss. May God give you all comfort at this time. God has gained a wonderful man. He will be greatly missed. Loved working with him on the clown gigs.

    Susan Keys
    20 Jan 2016
    5:15pm

    I loved Hopper to the sky! He was kind, generous, funny, fun and loved to share his magic! I will miss him and hope to see him again some day.

    Robert & Sonya Durden
    20 Jan 2016
    6:18pm

    Marti we are both saddened to hear of George’s passing. He was a wonderful man as well as a very talented and giving entertainer. Our prayers are with you. Hugs.

    Edward Fitzgerald
    20 Jan 2016
    9:41pm

    Tho our footsteps no longer fall on the same path, I warmly look back on the time when our journeys came together. You will be missed George!

    Allan 'Sambo' The Clown Driscoll
    21 Jan 2016
    12:09pm

    Past memories of life will bring comfort and strength for tomorrow.

    Jeanette Sanders
    22 Jan 2016
    12:36pm

    George Hopkins will be greatly missed. I knew George and his Wife through the clown alleys. George was someone you could trust, always had a funny antidote and always helpful.

    Jean Maskell
    23 Jan 2016
    6:27pm

    Hopper aka George will be really missed on earth but I am sure he is entertaining the LORD. Bump A Nose!! Rest in Peace!!

    Nancy & Joel Arent
    24 Jan 2016
    4:52pm

    We are both still in shock and saddened by his passing. A good friend for many years, always willing to help anyone. Many a good laughs shared by him at our kitchen table trying to teach me some pocket magic. We all have Good Memories of you,mine is when you played Santa. God Bless Your friends and family, we will miss him terribly.

    Peggy Barton
    28 Jan 2016
    9:34pm

    We are so sorry for the loss of this much loved clown. He left many memories. His family is in our prayers.

    Beth Hopkins
    28 Nov 2016
    5:38am

    Happy Birthday Dad!! I miss you soooo much, there are no words that can even describe how much. It’s been almost a year and the pain is still so fresh it feels like it just happened. How I miss being able to call you, we could talk about anything, you were such a good listener and you were always there for me. Hugs and kisses. You’re missed…..

    John Mathis
    22 Apr 2017
    9:34am

    Marti I just read George’s Obit sorry for the loss.We worked construction together at Parkland Hospital back in the 80s.I always considered him a friend.May God bless.

    Beth Hopkins
    7 Jun 2017
    6:44am

    I miss you dad. So much.

    Beth Hookins
    6 Jul 2018
    7:43am

    Thinking about you. I miss you. Love….

    Beth H
    28 Nov 2018
    2:41pm

    Happy Birthday Dad I still miss you so much. Think of you every day.

    Beth Hopkins
    1 Jan 2020
    7:30pm

    Hi Dad.
    Sorry I missed your 2019 birthday. Had a lot going on. Not good stuff. Lost mom on December 20th. After several rough years and the last month or so in and out of hospital. I feel so list without you two.
    Love you so much.

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