04/15/2026
Henry Nelson Hopkins
July 7, 1956 - April 7, 2026
Henry Nelson “Hop” Hopkins, 69, of Woodford, Virginia, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026. Born in Richmond to the late Earl and Effie Hopkins, Henry spent most of his life in Caroline County, where he was known for his big heart, love of family, and lifelong passion for hot rods.
He found joy under the hood of a car, cruising in his beloved ’64 Chevy Nova—“The Flying Brick”—and sharing laughter and stories over Sunday meals of football, family, and food. A simple man with deep wisdom, his favorite saying was, “Don’t worry, you reap what you sow.”
Henry leaves behind his loving wife of 40 years, Penny A. Hopkins; children Erika L. Chapman (Troy), Keionnia N. Hopkins, and DaQuan L. Branch; nephew Cedric Hopkins; siblings Geneva Reynolds, Earl Hopkins, Curtis Hopkins, and Maggie Whitehead; and many relatives and friends who will cherish his memory.
Visitation
C.W. Edwards Funeral Home, Inc.
16476 Richmond Turnpike, Bowling Green, VA 22427
Friday, April 17, 2026 - 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Celebration of Life
Mt. Oni Baptist Church
14135 Dry Bridge Road, Ruther Glen, VA 22546
Saturday, April 18, 2026 - 1:00 PM (Viewing at 12:00 PM)
https://www.cwedwardsfuneralhome.com/obituary/henry-hopkins