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Patsy May Hopkins, 58, of Benton passed away Monday evening September 15, 2025 at her home.
She was born in DuQuoin, Illinois on December 21, 1966 the daughter of Earl & Minnie (Armstrong) Poe.
She married Paul E. Hopkins on March 26, 1986.
Mrs. Hopkins is survived by her:
Husband: Paul E. Hopkins of Benton
2 Sons:
Matthew Hopkins & wife Brooke of Benton
John Hopkins & wife Amber of Benton
8 Grandchildren: Aiden, Taven, Phoebe, Mackinzie, Zayne, Hayden, Liam & Jennica
Sister: Susan Chitwood of Metropolis
Brother: Bill Poe of Texas
Brother Dean Poe of West Frankfort
Brother: Gene Poe of West Frankfort
Mrs. Hopkins was preceded in death by her Parents, 1 Sister and 3 Brothers.
A Memorial Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 20th at the Morton & Johnston Funeral Home in Benton.
For more information or to send online condolences please visit www.mortonjohnstonfuneralhome.com
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