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July 22, 1952 - March 22, 2021
Rock Hill, South Carolina - Dennis Joe Hopkins, 68 of Rock Hill, SC peacefully went to the Lord on Monday, March 22, 2021. He and his loving wife, Lisa, lived a life that was full of love, fun and adventure. Dennis had owned his own business in Charlotte and had served the building industry for many years. Dennis was an avid hunter and fisherman his entire life and his best days were quail and pheasant hunting in the early morning hours or fishing off the coast of SC.
In addition to his loving wife, Dennis is survived by his mother Lena of Rock Hill, his brother Kenneth Hopkins and wife Juli of Katy, TX; his brother David Hopkins and wife Cathy of Spring, TX and his sister Luanne Hawkins and husband William of York, SC. He was also loved by his numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. He always kept them smiling with his funny stories and life experiences.
Dennis was the consummate salesperson that always met people with a smile and a handshake. After graduating from Rock Hill High School, Dennis began his selling career. He progressed with several companies until landing his job with Ashe Brick Company in Van Wyck, SC. He found his calling and launch his lifelong profession. Over the years Dennis' success led to him opening his own sales company and eventually evolved from just brick to all types of building materials. He operated his successful company for more than 40 years. He was assisted and worked side- by-side with Barbara Taylor for most of his career. Dennis also loved his hunting dogs that worked the fields with him over the years and although he had many breeds over the years he especially loved his many loyal labs!
Lisa would like to especially thank her sister for her steadfast support and the many nurses and personnel that help Dennis in the later stages of his illness.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to either the ALS Association for research at ALS.org or to First Presbyterian Church Rock Hill at FPC-Rockhill.org.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 26, 2021 at 3 pm at Grandview Memorial Park.
Online condolences may be registered at www.basscares.com.
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Betty Banks Good (Thornal)
I am so sorry to hear of Dennis’ passing. ALS is an awful disease. Prayers for peace and comfort for his family. Dennis and I grew up together in Ebenezer Presbyterian Church. Along with several others in our 70 class we not only grew spiritually together but had manny fun times together. When we graduated high school, my ex and I shared with Dennis, dinners, rode horses, visited each other’s homes, and had several trips to the beach. We were in his wedding. We always had fun together. Once we moved from Rock Hill, I did not see him much. However it was always a treat when we ran into one another in the low country.What a special man he was. His laughter, humor and upbeat disposition was wonderful for those around him.
Rest In Peace my friend.
Betty
John Hallman
Dennis was a great friend of mine growing up. We shared many a wild time and always ended up laughing. Hard to imagine someone so full of life being gone.My Mom had ALS and it hurts knowing others suffer this way. My most sincere thoughts and prayers to his family.
Betty Smith (Gwin)
How very sad to learn of Dennis's passing. Thankful that he had a full life. I remember Dennis always having the perfect hair!!!! RIP my friend!
Chandlar Cook
So saddened to hear of Dennis's passing we grew up ate ebenezer pres church. He was good friend through school. Comfort and blessing for his family.
Ray Tinkler
Dennis lived close by and knew him well. As with most of us we parted on different paths. Sad to see another class mate pass. Sounded like an avid outdoorsman, like myself. Too bad we never touched base.
Sally Broughton (Broughton-Ives)
Sorry to learn this. Dennis was such a fun kid growing up. I knew him through Sunday School at Ebenezer Pres. Enjoyed running into him at a past reunion.