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16. Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. 17. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. 18. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
Michael “Mickey” Lynn Hopkins born April 21, 1956, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Agape-Waters Community.
Mickey attended Keystone Elementary, South Jr High, and was an honors graduate of the SHHS Class of 1974. He attended ETSU and worked as an accountant for Rainbow Bakery in Charlotte before returning home to JC. He retired after many years working as an ophthalmic technician. Mickey operated several booths in area antique stores which allowed him to hunt for vintage collectibles and visit with the many friends he met along the way.
Mickey was a member of Austin Springs Methodist Church where he gave his life to Christ and loved helping with Bible School and church meals.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ann Oaks Hopkins Odom and Dave Odom, Randolph Hopkins, Sr., a brother, Randolph “Randy” Hopkins, Jr., and uncle, Herman “Bud” Oaks, Jr.
He is survived by his sister, Debbie (Frankie) Ramsey; aunt, Sue (Gary) Speer; aunt, Linda (Roy) Tipton; sister-in-law, Reola Hopkins; and cousins, Allison (Rick) Smith, Ashley (Barry) Minter, and Logan and Tristan Smith.
Mickey was a survivor of colon cancer and was grateful for the love and care he received from his friends and extended family during that previous battle. He bravely fought this latest fight with special thanks to the Gentiva hospice team, the extraordinary nurses and staff of Agape Nursing Facility, the church family at Austin Springs Methodist Church, helpful neighbors, extended family, and the dear friends of the SHHS class of 1974.
Following the arrangements made by Mickey, his body was donated to the Quillen College of Medicine for the benefit and education of others.
Family and friends are invited to the home of Allison and Rick Smith on Saturday, July 13th from 2:00-5:00pm, 2402 Avondale Dr. to celebrate Mickey’s life. A private memorial service will be held at a future date.
Memorials in Mickey’s memory can be made to Austin Springs Methodist Church, 726 S Austin Springs Rd, JC, TN 37601 or The Johnson City Public Schools Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 1517, JC, TN 37605.
Condolences may be sent to the Hopkins family online at www.dillow-taylor.com
Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN 423-753-3821
06/30/2024
Thomas n Bernadette Scott
We had lots of fun times and adventures with you and will miss your smiling face.
06/30/2024
Tommy and Bernie Scott
We will miss your smiling face. We had so much fun.
I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Mickey. If you were lucky enough to know him, you had a friend for life. He always had a smile. He was whip smart and had a great sense of humor. My condolences to his family. Rest in peace.
I'm a longtime friend if anyone talks to his sister Debbie......please ask her to call me 423.426.6867!!
06/27/2024
Pat Collins & Family
I grew up with Mickey in the same neighborhood and we went to school together from 3rd grade until graduation at Science Hill. I still have great memories from those years. I hope you find comfort in your memories and may his light continue to shine on forever.God bless the family
06/27/2024
Theresa and Don Vance
Debbie and family-
We are so very sorry and are keeping you in our prayers. May good memories give you peace and comfort during this sad time and days to come. ❤️❤️
He was a nice person. I always enjoyed seeing him come through the door. He was known as Smiling Mickey. I'm sorry for your loss.