Hopkins, Neil

Mr. Neil George Hopkins, age 75 years, resident of Thunder Bay, died in TBRH Port Arthur Site on Friday February 14, 2003. Born in Kapuskasing, Neil moved to Fort William in 1967. He was a driller and heavy equipment mechanic in the mines until the early 70's when he moved to logging operations for the Great Lakes working as a heavy equipment mechanic until his retirement. Neil's favorite pastime was woodworking and he spent many enjoyable hours working in his shop. He is survived by his three sons Mike and wife Gloria, Don and wife Debbie both of Thunder Bay, Jimmy and wife Zandra, Calgary, two daughters Penny Smith and husband George, Thunder Bay, Laura Ridler and husband Jim Fort Frances, 7 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, sister Ellen (Earl) Weagle, Timmins, brother Ken, Porquis Junction Ontario, good friends Don and Laura Doal, Airdrie Alberta and numerous other friends and relatives. He was predeceased by his parents. Funeral services will take place on Tuesday February 18, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. in the Blake Funeral Chapel, with Canon John Jordan officiating. Inurnment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens. If friends desire memorials to the Northern Cancer Research Foundation, or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. May the road rise up to meet you,May the wind always be at your back,May the sun shine warm upon your face,The rain fall soft upon your fields andUntil we meet again,May God hold you in the palm of His hand.A tree will be planted in memory of Neil Hopkins in the Blake Funeral Chapel Memorial Grove. Annual dedication service Sunday, June 27, 2004.On-line Condolencesmay be sent towww.tbaytel.net/blakes