John C. Hopkins, 82, of Bridgeton, Mo passed away May 24, 2025. He was born July 20, 1942, in West Plains, MO.

He leaves his wife, Thelma (Hardcastle). He was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly, his parents James and Eula (Coram) Hopkins, his brother, Jim and sister, Linda. He is survived by many nephews and nieces.

John was an active member of Fee Fee Baptist Church.  He was a retired engineer from the McDonnell Douglas/Boeing Company.  He was an avid reader.  He loved hunting and fishing especially with his best friend, Bob Patterson.  John was a gentle man who will be missed by all who knew him.

Visitation Wednesday, May 28, 4:00 - 8:00 PM at Colliers Funeral Home, 3400 N. Lindbergh Blvd (St. Ann). Funeral service Thursday, May 29, 10:00 AM at Fee Fee Baptist Church, 11330 St. Charles Rock Road (Bridgeton). Interment at New Liberty Cemetery (West Plains, MO).