Cynthia Hopkins was born in Durham, North Carolina to the late Lunsford and Thelma Hopkins on April 21,1955. She departed this life on January 26, 2022.

She is survived by her son, Richard Brown III of Durham, NC; Daughter In-Law, Elecia Brown; grandchildren, Emeka and Yara Brown all of Durham; three surviving sisters, Brenda H. McCoy (Warminster, PA), Joyce Williams and Kathy Wilburn of Durham; three brothers, Lunsford Hopkins Jr., Kenneth Hopkins (Durham, NC) and Reginald Hopkins (Hillsboro, NC); and a host of relatives and friends.

Cynthia was a lifelong resident of Durham, NC graduating from Hillside High School. She began her career with North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company and transitioned into Durham Public Schools, she ultimately retired from UNC-Chapel Hill, where she served as Accessibility Resources Testing Coordinator. When called upon, after retirement, she dutifully returned to assist her colleagues at UNC on numerous occasions.

Her hobbies included attending and watching sporting events, roller skating (back in her day), arts and crafts as well as a love of music.

Cynthia was a devoted mother. She adored her only son, as they shared a very strong bond. Words cannot capture the love she felt for her grandchildren. You could find her on any given day along the sidelines of multiple athletic events supporting them. She always greeted her family and friends with smiles, jokes and laughter no matter the circumstance. She was a joyful spirit that everyone enjoyed being around. Funeral service will be held at West Durham Baptist Church 1901 Athens Ave Durham, NC 27707 on Wednesday , February 2, 2022 at 2:00 pm, visitation service from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.

Masks are to be worn and social distancing required at all meetings with family and friends.

All acts of kindness are appreciated during this difficult time.