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In Memory of

Virginia Lea Hopkins

1951 - 2016

Obituary of Virginia Hopkins

Virginia Lea Hopkins born on June 24th 1951, in Muscatine Iowa , passed away Sunday, May 1st 2016 at Trinity-Rock Island Hospital.

Virginia Lea Hopkins who is in full faith and fellowship with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been called to return home. Virginia was Sealed for time and all eternity to Russell Lee Hopkins 46 years ago, preparing the way for their three children Ginger, Jason, and Misty and their fourteen grandchildren Austin, Serene, Pace, Talon, Traeana, Taylor, Chase, Savannah, Jacob, Gillian, Jeremiah, Ashlea, Brooke, and Sydnea, and their two great grandchildren Ryder and Hudson. She made the choice daily to lead a life filled with happiness and joy which she shared with others through her service due to her faith and obedience to our Lord Jesus Christ.

Virginias loving words to her husband:

Russ Hopkins You are my best friend, my husband, my hero and the love of my life. I am so grateful you helped create and raise our Three amazing children: Ginger Hawkins, Jason Hopkins and Misty Ruppert. I have never once regretted our marriage to each other. 46 years seems like a life time ago, yet it has gone so fast. It was love at first site for me. We are far from perfect, but we are perfect for each other. I love you with all of my heart and I always will. I look forward to Eternity together. Happy Anniversary my Dear. Thanks again Kathy Hingst and Bill Hingst for introducing us.

Virginia’s eternal love extends to her dear friends.

The Silver Ring Virginia Gave To Me

The silver ring Virginia gave to me
has been in my possession many years.
And though it's only costume jewelry,
how beautiful to me it still appears!

The first time I saw shining on her hand
the silver ring Virginia gave to me,
I was amazed. I said I loved it, and
she parted with it so unselfishly!

So pretty is its pattern - filigree.
She took it off her hand, and it became
the silver ring Virginia gave to me,
its stone of azure blue bright as a flame!

This year I learned Virginia passed away.
To think in nearly half a century
I'd seen her not, yet kept until this day
the silver ring Virginia gave to me.

Written Nov. 3, 2016 , 
For Broken Wing's  Old Jewelry or Just Old Things or Old, Old Poems Contest

(Virginia was a few years older than me when i saw this ring on her finger during church youth group. I was maybe 13 years old and was so surprised
when she just took it off her finger and let me have the pretty treasure!
I heard she lived a very good life. I never saw her again after I left for college.)

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Augustus Black

November 10, 2016 at 6:33 AM

This write pushed me towards the side of sad emotions. Like this one too. Be bliss..

Eve Roper

November 7, 2016 at 9:29 PM

Love the write, Andrea, congratulations on your win Hugs Eve

Constance La France

November 7, 2016 at 7:48 PM

Andrea, congratulations on your win in my contest with this beautifully sad and emotional poem ~

Balveen Cheema

November 7, 2016 at 4:52 AM

How generous of Virginia! More beautiful is your tribute to her! I enjoyed reading your notes about her. Congrats Andrea on this wonderful write! Love, Balveen

Phyllis Babcock

November 6, 2016 at 6:10 PM

Touches the heart as this lady touched your heart by giving you the lovely ring. The small things in life can make the greatest impact. Love it. love phyl

Joseph May

November 6, 2016 at 3:17 PM

A heartfelt write Andrea...Congrats on your win.

Nette Onclaud

November 6, 2016 at 10:29 AM

i knew this would rate high, andie... here again to send my warm congrats..huggs

Joanna Daniel

November 6, 2016 at 9:50 AM

Oh, this one touches the heart, Andrea:) to know that people like Virginia live unselfishly is inspiring:) glad you got to know her, and through you, we too:)

Judy Ball

November 6, 2016 at 5:26 AM

I had to red this again Andrea. She seems like such a lovely person. My heart goes out to you in your loss. I found the tribute we talked about to my friend Alice Cadieux and posted it for you. Hope it gives you a smile and helps you remember good times with your own friend. God Bless, JB

Jennifer Walker

November 5, 2016 at 11:16 AM

Beautiful memory with stirring and touching words of love.

James Marshall Goff

November 4, 2016 at 8:18 PM

Incredibly moving words Andrea....I am so grateful to have happened on this poem of endearing love, thank you so much for sharing. ..jimbo

Daniel Turner

November 4, 2016 at 7:28 PM

Isn't it a great example of selfless love. She gave the ring with no strings and you accepted and didn't feel the pull of any strings, a beautiful gift of friendship. Heart touching story, Andrea.

Freddie Robinson Jr.

November 4, 2016 at 5:13 PM

Excellent memorial, Andrea. I pray that God comfort your heart. I can see was a true beloved friend. Beautiful rendition of a treasured keepsake. Love you.

Andrea Dietrich

November 4, 2016 at 6:48 PM

Freddie, I actually did not know her very well. She was an older kid in high school when I was starting junior high. But we all looked up to her!

Charmaine Chircop

November 4, 2016 at 3:56 PM

Goosebumps dear lady...Virginia must have been a lovely and kind soul..No wonder why She lived a good life...Lovely story about this gift you received in your life...Awesome indeed.

Judy Ball

November 4, 2016 at 3:44 PM

My deepest condolences on the loss of your friend. I had the same experience a few years ago when my dearest friend in all the world passed on from cancer. I will post the poem I wrote for her. This is a lovely tribute. God Bless, JB

Nette Onclaud

November 4, 2016 at 2:56 PM

a treasure of a poem that lives on through virginia's ring, andie... love this and constance would, as well !..huggs

Jan Allison

November 4, 2016 at 2:03 PM

What a touching story and such an unselfish act that has always stayed in your memory I am sure you will treasure the ring forever Andrea :-) hugs Jan xx7