April 24, 1933 - November 7, 2024
It is with sad hearts that her family announces the passing of Judy Evelyn Hopkinson. She was with her children when she peacefully slipped away.
Born in Manchester, England, Judy grew up in nearby Bramhall. She was privately educated at Howell School for Girls and later spent six months in France. After taking commercial training, Judy worked in medical offices until her marriage. Judy was married at 22 to Derek Royle. They came to Canada in 1955, where they had their three children. Judy married her second husband, John B Hopkinson, in 1970. They combined their two families, and Judy gained five children! John and Judy had many wonderful adventures doing all the things they loved most. She and John were generous and enthusiastic hosts for many events, large and small. They were very happily married for 49 years. Sadly, John died in 2018. Judy loved music and singing, travel, gardening, and reading, and her numerous social interests. Her sense of humour was both very dry and very British. Judy loved the countless magical days spent at Nelson Island and the constant laughter at family events. The reunions were always epic!
Judy will be sorely missed by her loving family - daughters Anne (Tom) and Wendy; son Michael (Wendy); stepsons Jeremy (Deb), Andy (Cec), and Rob (Jenn); stepdaughters Sarah (Mark) and Jennifer (Hugh); as well as her seventeen dearly loved grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren!
Sincere thanks to the wonderful staff at Amica (North Van) for their care, consideration, and excellence. Judy appreciated every one of you. Also, a heartfelt thank you to the wonderful doctors who have looked after Judy so well over the years. A special thanks to Dr Ron Mundy in Sechelt.
In lieu of flowers, you might consider a donation to the charity of your choice.
The family will hold a celebration of Judy's life on a date to be determined later.
