Charles Michael “Mike” Hopson
October 14, 1951 -
February 9, 2021

Visitation

February 13, 2021
12:00 PM-2:00 PM

Service 

February 13, 2021
2:00 PM

Interment

Obituary

A memorial service for Charles Michael “Mike” Hopson, age 69, of Fayetteville will be conducted at 2 PM on Saturday, February 13, 2021 at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Joe Self and Dr. Jon Hathcock officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 12 PM until 2 PM Saturday at Higgins Funeral Home.

Mike was born on October 14, 1951 in Lincoln County, TN to the late Charles R. and Lucille Boaz Hopson. Mike knew from an early age that his heart was in helping others through police work. Mike starting filling in as a dispatcher at the age of 15, he retired 39 years later as a Police Officer with the City of Fayetteville. After retirement, Mike continued his work with law enforcement helping with radio programming and the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Officers Association (TLETOA). Mike married the light of his life, Nancy Hopson on April 14, 1973. They shared 47 wonderful years of marriage. Mike was a member of the Fayetteville First Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon and Sunday School teacher. He passed away on February 9, 2021 in Nashville, TN .

In addition to his wife, Mike is survived by his son, Tommy (Jenny) Hopson; grandchildren, Luke, Eli, Caleb, Joshua, Abby, and Ben Hopson; and three cousins.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-9959

Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Charles Michael Hopson.

Video Services

60 Comments

  1. Charlotte Farmer

    Nancy i am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. I can remember when we lived on his Grandmothers farm all the times as kids we played ball in her front yard. He was a very nice person. prayers for you all. I know he loved those Grandbabies.

    Reply
  2. Brenda Wright-Marty and husband Phil

    Nancy & family, we are so sorry for your loss. Mike was a fine man and a true servant of the Lord and the Public. Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

    Reply
  3. SaraShelton

    Mike was so helpful and kind to me when Clyde passed away, will miss him. Praying for you and family sweet friend. Love to all Sara

    Reply
  4. Leonard & Hilda Mann

    Nancy, Tommy & Family
    So sorry to hear about Mike. May God give you strength during this time. Blessings.

    Reply
  5. Celia H. Mance

    Mike and his family were good friends and good neighbors. He will certainly be missed by all who knew him.

    Reply
  6. Sharon Carswell

    Nancy,
    I am so sorry for your loss, you and the family are in our prayers. We love you . Sharon & Randy

    Reply
  7. Cristy Conner

    Ms Nancy I am so sorry You are in my thoughts and prayers

    Reply
  8. Brenda Burns

    Nancy, Tommy anf Family.I am so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing .Such a priceless caring person.May God be with you all….Brenda & joe Burns

    Reply
  9. Jerry Raby

    Nancy and family i am so sorry to hear this. Mike was a great friend and a great man. He will be missed by many!

    Reply
  10. BarbaraWillene & Joyce Spray

    Nancy, Thanks to you and Mike for a life time of friendship. We are sending your family many Prayers with much Love!

    Reply
  11. Debbie Simms

    Nancy & Tommy,
    I know your hearts are broken. You can rejoice later in the fact that he was a wonderful man and many were blessed to have know him. When I worked at the clerk’s office, I don’t remember once him not having the best attitude and the kindest heart. A great example to all. You are in my prayers.

    Reply
  12. Forrest Keith

    My prayers are with Nancy and the family. Mike, you will be missed. Mike would have wanted this to be a celebration that he lived for the Lord. May people who don’t know the Lord come to know Jesus thru the life that Mike lived for Him. Mike you touched many lives and may God bless your family always. I will miss cutting up with you about the old days. I have known you for at least 45 years. God blessed your life and continue with your family.

    Reply
  13. Ronnie and Donna Thomas

    Mrs. Nancy and Family. So sorry to hear about the passing of your dear loved one. You are all in our Thoughts and Prayers. May God Continue To Bless You All

    Reply
  14. Gwen Shelton

    Nancy,

    You are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Mike was a great friend and supporter.
    He will be missed and not forgotten.
    Bless you and family
    Love
    Gwen

    Reply
  15. Connie Arnold

    Nancy so sorry for your lost. My prayers and thoughts are with the family. Connie Arnold

    Reply
    • Sandy Waller

      My father and Mike’s mother were first cousins. I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

      Reply
  16. Sherry Abboud

    Nancy,
    I am terribly sorry for your loss. My heart is breaking for you.

    Reply
  17. Ty Wolaver

    I’m so sorry to hear about this. We are praying for you and your family Ms Nancy.

    Reply
  18. paul d. edwards

    So sorry for your loss, such a Godly man. Sending our love and prayers for you and family. RIP

    Reply
  19. Edna Ruth Jeans

    I am still in shock and disbelief! Sending you all love and prayers for God’s comfort during this difficult time and in the days ahead.. Mike was a fine person and will be remembered by many.
    Ruthie Jeans

    Reply
  20. Debbie Morris

    My heart aches for you, Nancy and your son and all those beautiful grandchlidren. This was such a shock. I loved seeing his post on Facebook of all the sweet grands…
    Mike was a such a great guy. He will be missed. Praying for you all.

    Reply
  21. Claude & Helen Rigsby

    Nancy & Family,
    We are saddened to hear of the passing of Mike. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  22. Vickie Shelton

    Nancy,
    I am sorry to hear about Mike. He was such a nice man.

    Reply
  23. Lorie jobe

    Nancy, Charlie and I will be thinking about
    You. We are saddened by your loss.

    Reply
  24. Jean McGee

    Nancy and Tommy we thought the world of Mike. My dad thought a lot of Mike on the police force. All our lives have been connected from Flintville, police force, photography and friends.you are in our hearts and prayers.

    Reply
  25. Benny King

    Tommy, we are so very sorry for your loss. Mike was one of our best.

    Reply
  26. Kathy Hovis

    Nancy, Tommy and family. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. Mike and I worked together for years. I pray the Lord will give you strength, courage and peace during this trying time.

    Reply
  27. John B. Smiley

    Nancy & Tommy , Linda and I hearts are heavy for you and your family at this time. I knew Mike was sick, but felt sure he would pull through. I know from talking and working with Mike he had his hope strong in the Lord. We went way back to Central High, LC Civil Defense, and with FPD. God Bless you and keep your family in his loving care. John and Linda Smiley

    Reply
  28. Hillary Sydnes

    Thank you for your service, Mike. You will be missed. Nancy & family, please accept my condolences. Peace be with you all.

    Reply
  29. Barbara Bates

    Nancy, I considered Mike a good friend. We worked with each other, me in the Circuit court clerk’s office and him with the police department, for many years. He was always very helpful and courteous. He loved God and his family very much. He will be greatly missed. Barbara Bates

    Reply
  30. Janice king

    Very sorry to hear of mike passing.
    Nancy, thinking of you and the family.

    Reply
  31. Rebecca Hasting

    Tommy, Jenny, and children, I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are coming your way.
    Becky Hasting

    Reply
  32. Victoria Barrett

    Nancy and family, I am so very sorry to hear this. Mike was always so very nice to me. You are all in my prayers.

    Reply
  33. Rex walker

    Nancy and family, our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time of loss.

    Reply
  34. Janice Hastings-Carr

    I am proud to call Mike and Nancy good friends. Mike was a most dedicated employee for the City of Fayetteville for so many years. He will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers for the family

    Reply
  35. Lori Jean

    I was so saddened to hear about Mike. He was a great man with loads of personality, caring and love for all people. He selflessly did so much for so many while never wanting any recognition for his good deeds. He’s been a very dear friend for many years and will truly be missed. Prayers for Miss Nancy and the family.

    Reply
  36. Nanette Taylor

    I am so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. I never met him but talked to him several times about Rose Hill Cemetery. Was such a nice and helpful man. My prayers are with the family.

    Reply
  37. Betty and John Taylor

    Nancy, Tommy, and Family,
    Prayers for all of you during this difficult time. Mike was such a great guy and will be missed. He always found time to talk to us when we saw him. May you find peace and comfort through Jesus Christ.

    Reply
  38. Anne Beddingfield

    We wish to extend our condolences for your great loss. I pray for comfort during this difficult time for the family.

    Reply
  39. Jared Pierce and Family

    Great man and a great friend. He will be missed by all who knew him. Prayers for the family.

    Reply
  40. Tony and Lereca Swinford

    We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

    Reply
  41. Cindy Mitchell Mingle

    Nancy, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  42. Keith and Cathy Helms

    Nancy, Tommy and family. I cannot express the sorrow that swept through our household upon hearing of Mike’s passing. He will certainly be missed by many. He was most certainly a caring and Godly man. Our prayers are with you all.

    Reply
  43. Barbara Hargrove

    Mike was a great guy, always a kind word, so sorry for your loss.

    Reply
  44. Dan and Jackie Harry

    Nancy and Tommy,
    Dan and I want to extend our deepest sympathies. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  45. Julia Ann Stafford

    Nancy and Family, I am so sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Judy Stafford

    Reply
  46. Marcella scott

    With our sincere sympathy

    Lynn and Marcella Scott

    Reply
  47. Jimmy and Diane Buchanan

    Nancy and Family,
    So very sorry to learn of Mike’s death. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. May God lend you comfort and peace.

    Reply
  48. Angie Sanders

    Mrs Nancy and family, we are so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Gloria, Angie, Jeff, Terry, Shae and Bryson Sanders

    Reply
  49. Wanda Shelton

    I am so so sorry to hear log Mike’s passing. I always enjoyed working with him on EMA tasks.

    Reply
  50. Janet Lindsay

    Mike was such a great guy! He will be missed by many! I will miss talking to him through his Facebook posts! Nancy and family, you have my sincere sympathy!

    Reply
  51. Kim Halcomb Cowart

    Nancy and family, I’m sorry to hear of Mike passing. I pray that God will provide comfort during this sad time. May all the wonderful memories heal your hearts.

    Reply
  52. Bill Askins

    no shadow of turning; always the same. I am proud to have known him.

    Reply
  53. Karen Gilliam

    So very saddened to learn if Mike’s passing. Sending sincere condolences and love in your hour of grief.

    Reply
  54. Shirley and Jim Steelman

    Nancy and Tommy we are so sorry for your loss.

    Reply
  55. Fred Holloway

    Nancy & Tommy:
    I think y’all know without me saying how much Mike meant to me. He was one of my first friends when I moved to Fayetteville in 1978. Words cannot express how sad I am that he has passed.
    Thinking of your family,
    Fred Holloway

    Reply
  56. Lisa Reese

    I am so sorry about Mike.. when Kerry was so sick Mike checked on us everyday… prayers for all of you..

    Reply
  57. Wyanne king

    Nancy, I am so sorry. You are in my prayers. Love you, Wyanne

    Reply
  58. Teri Pitts

    Nancy, Tommy, and family:
    My heart is breaking for all of you. Mike was a good man and loved by many. His legacy will surely live on! My thoughts go out to you! Praying to our Heavenly Father above for strength now and in those difficult days ahead.
    Much love,
    Teri Marty Pitts

    Reply
  59. Wayne Thomas

    Mike was a good man and a friend. He will be missed.
    Sorry for your loss.

    Reply

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Memories

60 Comments

  1. Charlotte Farmer

    Nancy i am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. I can remember when we lived on his Grandmothers farm all the times as kids we played ball in her front yard. He was a very nice person. prayers for you all. I know he loved those Grandbabies.

    Reply
  2. Brenda Wright-Marty and husband Phil

    Nancy & family, we are so sorry for your loss. Mike was a fine man and a true servant of the Lord and the Public. Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

    Reply
  3. SaraShelton

    Mike was so helpful and kind to me when Clyde passed away, will miss him. Praying for you and family sweet friend. Love to all Sara

    Reply
  4. Leonard & Hilda Mann

    Nancy, Tommy & Family
    So sorry to hear about Mike. May God give you strength during this time. Blessings.

    Reply
  5. Celia H. Mance

    Mike and his family were good friends and good neighbors. He will certainly be missed by all who knew him.

    Reply
  6. Sharon Carswell

    Nancy,
    I am so sorry for your loss, you and the family are in our prayers. We love you . Sharon & Randy

    Reply
  7. Cristy Conner

    Ms Nancy I am so sorry You are in my thoughts and prayers

    Reply
  8. Brenda Burns

    Nancy, Tommy anf Family.I am so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing .Such a priceless caring person.May God be with you all….Brenda & joe Burns

    Reply
  9. Jerry Raby

    Nancy and family i am so sorry to hear this. Mike was a great friend and a great man. He will be missed by many!

    Reply
  10. BarbaraWillene & Joyce Spray

    Nancy, Thanks to you and Mike for a life time of friendship. We are sending your family many Prayers with much Love!

    Reply
  11. Debbie Simms

    Nancy & Tommy,
    I know your hearts are broken. You can rejoice later in the fact that he was a wonderful man and many were blessed to have know him. When I worked at the clerk’s office, I don’t remember once him not having the best attitude and the kindest heart. A great example to all. You are in my prayers.

    Reply
  12. Forrest Keith

    My prayers are with Nancy and the family. Mike, you will be missed. Mike would have wanted this to be a celebration that he lived for the Lord. May people who don’t know the Lord come to know Jesus thru the life that Mike lived for Him. Mike you touched many lives and may God bless your family always. I will miss cutting up with you about the old days. I have known you for at least 45 years. God blessed your life and continue with your family.

    Reply
  13. Ronnie and Donna Thomas

    Mrs. Nancy and Family. So sorry to hear about the passing of your dear loved one. You are all in our Thoughts and Prayers. May God Continue To Bless You All

    Reply
  14. Gwen Shelton

    Nancy,

    You are in my thoughts and prayers.
    Mike was a great friend and supporter.
    He will be missed and not forgotten.
    Bless you and family
    Love
    Gwen

    Reply
  15. Connie Arnold

    Nancy so sorry for your lost. My prayers and thoughts are with the family. Connie Arnold

    Reply
    • Sandy Waller

      My father and Mike’s mother were first cousins. I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

      Reply
  16. Sherry Abboud

    Nancy,
    I am terribly sorry for your loss. My heart is breaking for you.

    Reply
  17. Ty Wolaver

    I’m so sorry to hear about this. We are praying for you and your family Ms Nancy.

    Reply
  18. paul d. edwards

    So sorry for your loss, such a Godly man. Sending our love and prayers for you and family. RIP

    Reply
  19. Edna Ruth Jeans

    I am still in shock and disbelief! Sending you all love and prayers for God’s comfort during this difficult time and in the days ahead.. Mike was a fine person and will be remembered by many.
    Ruthie Jeans

    Reply
  20. Debbie Morris

    My heart aches for you, Nancy and your son and all those beautiful grandchlidren. This was such a shock. I loved seeing his post on Facebook of all the sweet grands…
    Mike was a such a great guy. He will be missed. Praying for you all.

    Reply
  21. Claude & Helen Rigsby

    Nancy & Family,
    We are saddened to hear of the passing of Mike. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  22. Vickie Shelton

    Nancy,
    I am sorry to hear about Mike. He was such a nice man.

    Reply
  23. Lorie jobe

    Nancy, Charlie and I will be thinking about
    You. We are saddened by your loss.

    Reply
  24. Jean McGee

    Nancy and Tommy we thought the world of Mike. My dad thought a lot of Mike on the police force. All our lives have been connected from Flintville, police force, photography and friends.you are in our hearts and prayers.

    Reply
  25. Benny King

    Tommy, we are so very sorry for your loss. Mike was one of our best.

    Reply
  26. Kathy Hovis

    Nancy, Tommy and family. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. Mike and I worked together for years. I pray the Lord will give you strength, courage and peace during this trying time.

    Reply
  27. John B. Smiley

    Nancy & Tommy , Linda and I hearts are heavy for you and your family at this time. I knew Mike was sick, but felt sure he would pull through. I know from talking and working with Mike he had his hope strong in the Lord. We went way back to Central High, LC Civil Defense, and with FPD. God Bless you and keep your family in his loving care. John and Linda Smiley

    Reply
  28. Hillary Sydnes

    Thank you for your service, Mike. You will be missed. Nancy & family, please accept my condolences. Peace be with you all.

    Reply
  29. Barbara Bates

    Nancy, I considered Mike a good friend. We worked with each other, me in the Circuit court clerk’s office and him with the police department, for many years. He was always very helpful and courteous. He loved God and his family very much. He will be greatly missed. Barbara Bates

    Reply
  30. Janice king

    Very sorry to hear of mike passing.
    Nancy, thinking of you and the family.

    Reply
  31. Rebecca Hasting

    Tommy, Jenny, and children, I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are coming your way.
    Becky Hasting

    Reply
  32. Victoria Barrett

    Nancy and family, I am so very sorry to hear this. Mike was always so very nice to me. You are all in my prayers.

    Reply
  33. Rex walker

    Nancy and family, our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time of loss.

    Reply
  34. Janice Hastings-Carr

    I am proud to call Mike and Nancy good friends. Mike was a most dedicated employee for the City of Fayetteville for so many years. He will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers for the family

    Reply
  35. Lori Jean

    I was so saddened to hear about Mike. He was a great man with loads of personality, caring and love for all people. He selflessly did so much for so many while never wanting any recognition for his good deeds. He’s been a very dear friend for many years and will truly be missed. Prayers for Miss Nancy and the family.

    Reply
  36. Nanette Taylor

    I am so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. I never met him but talked to him several times about Rose Hill Cemetery. Was such a nice and helpful man. My prayers are with the family.

    Reply
  37. Betty and John Taylor

    Nancy, Tommy, and Family,
    Prayers for all of you during this difficult time. Mike was such a great guy and will be missed. He always found time to talk to us when we saw him. May you find peace and comfort through Jesus Christ.

    Reply
  38. Anne Beddingfield

    We wish to extend our condolences for your great loss. I pray for comfort during this difficult time for the family.

    Reply
  39. Jared Pierce and Family

    Great man and a great friend. He will be missed by all who knew him. Prayers for the family.

    Reply
  40. Tony and Lereca Swinford

    We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

    Reply
  41. Cindy Mitchell Mingle

    Nancy, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  42. Keith and Cathy Helms

    Nancy, Tommy and family. I cannot express the sorrow that swept through our household upon hearing of Mike’s passing. He will certainly be missed by many. He was most certainly a caring and Godly man. Our prayers are with you all.

    Reply
  43. Barbara Hargrove

    Mike was a great guy, always a kind word, so sorry for your loss.

    Reply
  44. Dan and Jackie Harry

    Nancy and Tommy,
    Dan and I want to extend our deepest sympathies. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  45. Julia Ann Stafford

    Nancy and Family, I am so sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Judy Stafford

    Reply
  46. Marcella scott

    With our sincere sympathy

    Lynn and Marcella Scott

    Reply
  47. Jimmy and Diane Buchanan

    Nancy and Family,
    So very sorry to learn of Mike’s death. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. May God lend you comfort and peace.

    Reply
  48. Angie Sanders

    Mrs Nancy and family, we are so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Gloria, Angie, Jeff, Terry, Shae and Bryson Sanders

    Reply
  49. Wanda Shelton

    I am so so sorry to hear log Mike’s passing. I always enjoyed working with him on EMA tasks.

    Reply
  50. Janet Lindsay

    Mike was such a great guy! He will be missed by many! I will miss talking to him through his Facebook posts! Nancy and family, you have my sincere sympathy!

    Reply
  51. Kim Halcomb Cowart

    Nancy and family, I’m sorry to hear of Mike passing. I pray that God will provide comfort during this sad time. May all the wonderful memories heal your hearts.

    Reply
  52. Bill Askins

    no shadow of turning; always the same. I am proud to have known him.

    Reply
  53. Karen Gilliam

    So very saddened to learn if Mike’s passing. Sending sincere condolences and love in your hour of grief.

    Reply
  54. Shirley and Jim Steelman

    Nancy and Tommy we are so sorry for your loss.

    Reply
  55. Fred Holloway

    Nancy & Tommy:
    I think y’all know without me saying how much Mike meant to me. He was one of my first friends when I moved to Fayetteville in 1978. Words cannot express how sad I am that he has passed.
    Thinking of your family,
    Fred Holloway

    Reply
  56. Lisa Reese

    I am so sorry about Mike.. when Kerry was so sick Mike checked on us everyday… prayers for all of you..

    Reply
  57. Wyanne king

    Nancy, I am so sorry. You are in my prayers. Love you, Wyanne

    Reply
  58. Teri Pitts

    Nancy, Tommy, and family:
    My heart is breaking for all of you. Mike was a good man and loved by many. His legacy will surely live on! My thoughts go out to you! Praying to our Heavenly Father above for strength now and in those difficult days ahead.
    Much love,
    Teri Marty Pitts

    Reply
  59. Wayne Thomas

    Mike was a good man and a friend. He will be missed.
    Sorry for your loss.

    Reply

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