Tommie “Joe” Hopkins, Jr. born January 24, 1975, passed away late July 26, 2025, after
a rare side effect from the cancer treatment he was receiving.
He kept his spirits up and knew he had the support of his family and fiancé Olivia.
Words cannot express the loss they feel but he knew they were with him 24/7. Despite
many setbacks and challenges to his health, he never stopped trying to live a full life.
One full of love, family and friends.
Joe was a hard worker, always working multiple jobs and providing for his family. He
enjoyed a good, rare ribeye, guns, upgrading his numerous vehicles, hunting, and being
in the mountains. His family will carry-on these hobbies in faithful memory.
He was employed at Ten Leasing, Gastonia, NC. He had a bachelor’s degree from
Belmont Abbey, graduated from Gaston College, and graduated from East Gaston High
school.
Joe was preceded in death by his Grandparents Polly and L.M. Painter, Grandmother
Clara Wilhoit and Uncle David Painter.
He is survived by his mother, Linda Hopkins, Father, Tommie Joe Hopkins, Sr. (Donna),
Sister, Casey Hopkins, Daughter, Lacey Hopkins, Stepsister, Erin, Stepbrother,
Christopher, Uncle, Bobby Painter (Jeri), and beloved Nephews, Tristan and Caden
Hopkins. Numerous cousins, fiancé of the home, Olivia Williamson and her children,
Drake, Lilly, Addie and Oriana, and one beloved fur baby “Kota.” Lifetime long friend
and Brother, Charlie Cupps (Cindy).
A celebration of life will be held on Monday, August 4, 2025 at 4 pm. It will take place at
the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, Mount Holly, NC.
In lieu of flowers, the family ask that you consider placing a donation to a Kidney
Fountain or Cancer research organization of your choice.