Following a brief illness on Saturday Oct 31, 2009 at his home in Fergus. Richard Hopkins in his 64th year. Beloved husband and friend of Gloria Watson. Loved father of Stephen Hopkins-Young of the U.K., Allen Hopkins-Young (Emma) of the U.K., Julie Hopkins (Bryce) of the U.K., Andrew Hopkins (Samantha) of Arthur Township, and Brian Hopkins of Cambridge. Lovingly survived by his 9 grandchildren. Richard is survived by a number of nieces and nephews and other family members. The family will receive their friends at the GRAHAM A. GIDDY FUNERAL HOME AND CHAPEL, 280 ST. DAVID ST. S. FERGUS. From 2:00 – 4:00 and 7:00 – 9:00 P.M. Sunday Nov 8th, 2009. Funeral service will be conducted at the St. James the Apostile Anglican Church 171 Queen Street E. in Fergus on Monday Nov 9th, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. Followed by Cremation. Remembrances to the Groves Hospital C.T. Scanner or Grand River Hospital Cancer Center would be appreciated. Cards available at the funeral. www.grahamgiddyfh.com