Enloe Mortuary | Shelby, NC

Obituary For Derrick Hopper

Mr. Derrick “Big D” Hopper passed away on Thursday, April 28, 2022. He was born on May 21, 1963 to James and Doris Hopper.

Derrick graduated from Crest High School in 1981 and received a degree in Body Shop, Welding. Derrick joined Shoal Creek Baptist Church at an early age where he sang on the youth choir and was a Boy Scout. Derrick loved his family especially his grandchildren. He also loved to cook, garden and listen to music.

Derrick was a dedicated employee of Pruitt Health and was a friend to many of his coworkers.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rev. Mac and Elizabeth Morgan, John and Lenora Allison and Cofford and Annie Hopper and a very special aunt, Charlene Morgan Ross.

He leaves to cherish his memory to his wife, Emma Hopper of Aiken, SC; his parents, James and Doris Hopper of Shelby, NC; three daughters, Precious Mona Jackson (Elvonta) of Allendale, SC, Tracey Ross of Shelby and Precious Scott of Augusta, GA; seven sons, Patrick Hopper of Kings Mountain, NC, Santez Hopper (Laquandra) of TX, Jarius Hopper, New Ellenton, SC, Kwane Hopper (Penelope) of Gaffney, SC, Gerard Ross and Dana Ross both of Shelby, Adrian Raiford (Melissa) and Darryll Raiford both of Aiken, SC; a very special sister, Tammy Hopper of Shelby; God-Mother,, Janiec Morgan; two special brothers, Eugene Leach and Gary Watkins and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws and friends

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2022 at 12:00 Noon at Shoal Creek Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 11:30 AM until 12:00 PM. Burial will take place at the church cemetery.

Guest Book

Tammy, I'm so sorry to hear of your brothers passing. Derrick was one of a kind. My condolences to you and your family.

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My deepest condolences. Derrick was my classmate and a good person. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, strength and lots of love in this time of bereavement. My heart and love goes out to the family at this difficult time.

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We send our deepest condolences and prayers to all the family. May God continue to bless each of you. Mr.& Mrs Terry Gregory!!!

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My most sincere condolences to all family and friends because I know that Derrick's passing has sadden all of us. I have so many pleasant memories from childhood when our parents visited each other. I always enjoyed the laughs with Derrick, Tammy and my brothers Derrick and Joe. Derrick always had a laugh and a smile. Derrick will always be in my heart. Praying for an abundance of peace and comfort to his wife, Pete, Doris and Tammy. Rest easy Big Cuz..

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School Days had Derrick and me best of friends - sharing all those memorable moments - Prom w/ our dates, Graduation, Wedding Attendant. Missed until we meet again. Resurrection guarantees us inexpressible joy with each other in the Gracious Presence of our LORD & SAVIOR - JESUS CHRIST. 'But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep. For this we declare to you by a word from the Lord, that we who are alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will not precede those who have fallen asleep. For the Lord himself will descend from heaven with a cry of command, with the voice of an archangel, and with the sound of the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive, who are left, will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air, and so we will always be with the Lord. Therefore encourage one another with these words.' 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

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My heart is heavy. I promise to continue to guide our son in the right direction. Thank you for being the Amazing "Dad" to your children especially to our child Jarius aka "JD". Rest In Peace Charlene Stokes-Geter 💙

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You will be forever Loved 💜. Rest Peacefully, you have earned your crown Big D. Love Harriet Gidney & Tammy (Gidney) Littlejohn

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Where do I begin, you are such a sweetheart. We go way back Derrick, from you taking me to the hospital to give birth to my daughter Ashley, from you borrowing my albums to DJ with & keeping them lol. You are family & I will forever cherish our memories. We had fun times working together at the hospital, Christmas parties etc. Rest Peacefully Sir, you have earned your crown. Love you Big D💜💜💜

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Big Daddy, Your attitude was an inspiration has we made it through Jr. High football 🏈 practice. You always had a smile and a kind word for all. RIP Scott Holshouser

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My condolences to Mr and Mrs. Hopper. Sending warm hugs.

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My sincere deepest condolences to the family and friends. Jacqualine Goddard

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My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of Derrick Hopper. May God bring peace and comfort in your time of grief. My prayers are with you.🙏🏾🙏🏾

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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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