Gregory Funeral Service | Gastonia, NC

Obituary For Melvin Hopper

Melvin Curtis Hopper was born February 28, 1981 in York County, SC. He was the son of the late Raymond Eugene Hopper and the late Margaret Ann Seigle Hopper. Melvin transitioned on Thursday; May 27, 2021 in Charlotte, NC.

Melvin worked for Believe to Achieve in Shelby, NC, which later became 2 Peas in a Pod. His biggest joy was his family and friends. In Melvin’s spare time, he helped with a dance team and was part of the Black Lives Matter Moments. He loved cooking, and dancing. Melvin was the life of the party and loved helping people.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother: Raymond Brazil Hopper.

Melvin leaves precious memories to his sisters: Lorraine Selena Jackson, Angela Nicole Seigle, and Nettie Monroe (Michelle) all of Gastonia, NC and Eunice Brooks of Shelby, NC; brothers: Ronald Jackson of Spartanburg, SC and Coleman Eugene Hopper of Gastonia, NC; aunts: Brenda McGlee, Janice Robbins, and Sarah Chambers (Gary); uncle: Gene McClee; special cousins: James Seigle; God-Sister: Shan Adams; special friends: Jeffery Woods, Ishmel Perry, Tony Revlon, Franklin Powe, Monie Sims and Teetee Marshall-Carter and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral: Saturday; June 5, 2021; 3:00 p.m.; The City of David Church-2500 Crescent Lane, Gastonia

Visitation: one hour before the service at the church

Interment: Rose Hill Cemetery, Gastonia

Masks required and service will be live on Gregory Funeral Service Facebook page

No viewing at the funeral home

Guest Book

Goodby to such a beautiful soul. He Will be extremely missed. His smile and presence was a joy. He can no longer meet our group for Asian food and Pepper Crabs. This a hard one to take. Fly High Melvin Fly high Ms.Debra E.Essence Body Oils and Product Barnyand Flea Mt Dallas NC ..BLg J.81

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May God comfort the family in the days to come. Our prayers are with the Hopper family. Pamela Mitchell & family.

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Nigga a real one

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My deepest condolences to the family❤️ Cousin Melvin was so loved and will truly be missed. I will always cherish the memories. Roxie Seigle

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So very sorry for your loss loss now God that another Angel back going to soon he will be greatly missed praying for the family

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This has really been a sad moment you was a Great person with so much energy of life I never for get you Much Love Harmony

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My sincere and most deepest condolences to the family and close friends of Melvin. I first met Melvin in 2006, when I lived in Gastonia. He was such a ray of Light. He would do ANYTHING for you; if needed. I just wanted to say Thank You, Melvin for the conversation(s), the dances, and the memories. You will be greatly missed. _Terrance Shay Finger.

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My deepest condolences to the family. I will miss his smile, the energy he had when he walked in the room, and most importantly who he was as an individual. You will truly be missed and I can say that I know you have gained your wings, so baby rest in paradise and I will never forget you and no matter what I will always love you.

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To a man who brought a lot of laughs and sense of protection to everyone he held close to him. Ima miss you pops. Praying for all of us for this loss. Xoxo

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To the Family and Friends I send my love and my condolences to you all during this time and I hope and pray we can all get through this and we shall all see ours Angel Melvin again..Blessings & Love

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My deepest condolences to the family in this time of hardship. He was the Kindest soul you could ever meet. 🙏🏽

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My sincere condolences to The Hopper/Seigle families. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of loss. Melvin was always a joy to be around. May the Lord bring you peace and comfort in the days to come. - De Yarda Darby

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I will truly miss my best friend my love. He was a great person and I will try my best to go on without you. I'm not ready to let you go yet. I love you very much. You are now with your mom handsome. Rest In Heaven with no worries. You will forever stay in my heart.

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To the Hopper Family you have my deepest condolences May God give u all strength and Confort doin this time

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My sincere condolences to Melvin family and may God be your strength and comforter during your loss. Clara

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My sincere condolences to Melvin family. May God be you strength and comforter during your loss. Clara

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Family I love you and praying for Gods comfort

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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