A funeral will be held Monday, August 4, 2025 for 89-year-old Donald L Hopkins of Sainte Genevieve, who passed away July 30, 2025.
He was born January 10, 1936 a son of Hulon Hopkins and Opal (Adams) Hopkins.
He married Audrey Hopkins. She preceded him in death.
He married Mary Ann Hopkins. She survives.
He is also survived by two sons: David (Lisa) Hopkins and Douglas (Pamela) Hopkins; grandson, Stephen (Meredith) Hopkins, granddaughter, Aundrea Palmer, granddaughter, Jesse Hopkins, granddaughter, Candice (Andrew) Flieg, grandson, Donald Hopkins, granddaughter, Alexis (Austin) Schwent, great-grandson, Lukas Flieg, great-grandson, Ethan Hopkins, great-grandson, Brooks Flieg
He was also preceded in death by a sister: Dorothy Holland.
Don Hopkins lived a long full life. A well seasoned pilot, he learned from his father who also flew after returning from WWII. While not flying as a career, he flew for just the love of flight. Passing this love down to his own sons. Don flew everything from two seat Cubs to Corporate Jets around the world. He owned two Beechcraft Bonanzas through the years, taking his family from coast to coast, and border to border. He also donated his time and experience flying lifeline flights for the American Red Cross when needed.
He was a second generation Electrician all his life with IBEW Local 1 in St. Louis, Missouri. Working 45 years on everything from power plants to the Riverport Amphitheater. His son and grandson also electricians, carry on the third and fourth generation of what has turned into “the family business”. A legacy to be very proud of. Don lived a blessed life full of many wonderful friends and family.
“I would like to add my own personal thoughts about my Dad. He was my best friend and always seemed to have the right answer for all my life long questions. I can think of no better tribute to my Father other than just saying ‘thank you for everything’. As pilots say, he has ‘gone west into the setting sun and into the arms of those who have gone before him’. With love, we all wish you clear skies and a blessed journey.” -Doug
Visitation will be 9:30-10 a.m. Monday, August 4, 2025 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Zell.
A funeral for 89-year-old Donald L Hopkins of Sainte Genevieve will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, August 4th at the St. Joseph Catholic Church.
Interment will be private.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Online condolences can be left at www.baslerfuneralhome.com