After relocating to Monticello as a young girl, her parents worked as sharecroppers on the Kimbrough Farm. She attended grades 1-9 at the Myhand School. Once the Myhand School merged with the Monticello School, transportation was a problem and she could no longer attend school. After working on the farm, a tomato canning factory, a cotton mill, and various other jobs, Annie went to Jacksonville, Arkansas, at age 20 where she worked as a civilian on the front during World War II at the Jacksonville Defense plant. During this time, she began a correspondence with her future husband, Reverend Leslie Wayne Hoppers, while he was in the U.S. Marine Corp in the Pacific Islands. After Reverend Hoppers returned to the States, he and Annie were married in Oakland, California on June 2, 1945. After Reverend Hoppers received his honorable discharge from the military, the Hoppers family returned to Arkansas.
Annie was a member of the First Assembly of God Church in Monticello. In her younger years as a pastor's wife, she enjoyed singing and playing her guitar during church services.
Survivors include her husband of 64 years, Reverend Leslie Wayne Hoppers of Monticello; her son, Phillip David Hoppers and Diana of Pine Bluff, AR; her daughter, Linda Ann Naron and Boyd of Monticello, AR; and her daughter, Sharon Marie Barnes and Mark of Naples, FL; four wonderful grandsons, Phillip David Hoppers II of Pine Bluff, AR; Christopher Alan Groves of Richmondville, NY; Jody Lynn Groves of Miami Shores, FL; and Michael Todd Hoppers of Frisco, TX; one special granddaughter, Lindsay Michele Canfield of Indianapolis, IN; and four sweet great-granddaughters, Karre Leigh Hoppers and Kinsley Breez Hoppers of Frisco, TX, Samantha Bowers of Pine Bluff, AR, and Sylvia Jane Canfield of Indianapolis, IN, and three wonderful great-grandsons, Clayton Bowers and Benjamin Bowers of Pine Bluff, AR and Dawson Reddin of Frisco, TX. To her family, she will be affectionately remembered as "Mom", "Mamaw" or, "NeNe"; she is also survived by two brothers, Carroll Preston Trotter of Wilmar and Rev. John David Trotter of Ruston, LA; and two sisters, Rachel Naomi Holland and Mary Elizabeth Corbell, both of Stephenville, TX.
Condolences(34)
Rosemary Fryer
Crossett, AR Monday, February 15, 2010 Wayne, Philip, Sharon, and Linda, our prayers go out to you and all your family members in this sad time. I know Annie Mae is with the Lord and is at peace. She was a very dear sweet person and my cousin also. Sorry I could not be there.Stacey M.
Charlotte, NC Sunday, February 14, 2010 My deepest condolences on your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.Mary Kathryne (Crook) Burton
Monticello, AR Saturday, February 13, 2010 I am thinking about the whole family, especially Liz and Rachel (Drew Central alumni). God bless you.Kathryne and Kenneth Burton
bob parker
star city, AR Saturday, February 13, 2010 phillip and bro. hoppers; i offer my deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers from and old friend in star city.Dennis Burton
, TX Saturday, February 13, 2010 I was saddened to hear of the passing of Sister Hoppers, she will be missed. I remember going to the parsonage as a child and later on as a young man to their home for watermelon. She was such a blessing to me.Harry L. Densmore III
Star City, AR Saturday, February 13, 2010 Mrs Hopper will be missed by many, but all know she is in the Lord arm now. Looking forward to being there some day. May God lift all the family up at this time of testing.Reno, Stephanie, and Ashley Tucker
Chatsworth, GA Saturday, February 13, 2010 May God comfort you all during this time of sorrow.Love Reno, Stephanie, and Ashley(Tucker)
Welton & Peggy Trotter
Lexa, AR Friday, February 12, 2010 We send our love and sympathy to all the Family. I wish we could be there but can't at this time. Our prayers are with you all. We also hope everyone has safe trips back home. Love, Welton & Peggy TrotterRuby Barnhart and Alyne Rodgers
Sheridan, AR Friday, February 12, 2010 So sorry about your loss. We are praying for ya'll.Gary And Donna Weeks
Pine Bluff,AR, TX Thursday, February 11, 2010 Phillip ,Diana,David,Todd,and Family, Our hearts are saddened with the news of your loss. Your all in our prayers . May Jesus bring you comfort today and in the days to come. I know that your are rejoicing that she is in HIS presence !. Oh When We All Get To Heaven!Love And Prayers ,Gary & Donna
Crystal Nelson
Aubrey, TX Thursday, February 11, 2010 Remembering a dear and sweet Aunt. My thoughts and prayers are with her children, husband and siblings.ashlee corbell barfield
stephenville, TX Thursday, February 11, 2010 JUST WANTING TO SEND OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO ALL SINCE WE WILL BE UNABLE TO ATTEND. MY MOTHER, LIZ CORBELL, WILL BE REPRESENTING US ALL. WE LOVE EVERYONE!JOHNNY,ASHLEE, CHASE AND CASSIDY BARFIELD
Sandy Sharp
Benton, AR Thursday, February 11, 2010 We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Hoppers. May God comfort you all and bless you with wonderful memories.Love, Stan and Sandy Sharp and Ruby Holland
Nancy Jackson Chacon
Little Rock, AR Thursday, February 11, 2010 Mr. Hoppers and family:I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Nancy (Jackson) Chacon
Pam Wadsworth
Fort Smith, AR Thursday, February 11, 2010 Sharon, please know that I am thinking of you and praying for comfort for you and all of your family. Your parents have been blessed to have you as their loving, doting daughter. Sharon, you have my sympathy during this most difficult time.Beth Davis
Monticello, AR Thursday, February 11, 2010 My thoughts and prayers to the family.Hazel Medders
Eden, TX Thursday, February 11, 2010 To my dear loving family, I am so sorry for our loss. Uncle Wayne, Philip.Linda, & Sharon please know my love & prayers are with you & wish I could be there to be of some comfort for you. She is HOME now rejoicing in all of God's glory. God bless you all and I send my love.Janice McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Thursday, February 11, 2010 A blessed legacy for all her children and family as you were loved so dearly. My heart aches for you at this time of loss and yet I know she is heaven's gain. You are in our thoughts and prayers, Ollie & Janice (Gladden) McAllister - 22 Cambre Cr, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909Lela Darnell
Estero, FL Thursday, February 11, 2010 Sharon: You were such a blessing and help to your Mom in her last months here on earth and now she is whole and complete in our Father's presence. You and your entire family are in my constant thoughts and prayers.Charley & Julie Hatley
South Bend, IN Thursday, February 11, 2010 Sharon & Family, we are very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family during this difficult time. May God bless and comfort you all.Brenda Stewart-Ancell
Macon, MO Thursday, February 11, 2010 Our prayers are with each of you at this time. My heart is broken for you. As you know I've been down this road as well.Bro. Leslie, Phillip, Sharon and Linda we will be praying for ya'll.
I love you!!!
Brenda
REV. AND MRS. MICKEY ROACHELL
WILMAR, AR Wednesday, February 10, 2010 SIS HOPPER WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HER. OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO BRO. HOPPER AND THE FAMILY. MAY GOD COMFORT ALL OF YOU IN THIS HOUR.LOVE YOU
BRO. AND SIS ROACHELL
Helen Thatcher McGraw
Duluth, MN Wednesday, February 10, 2010 To all of her family; I am so sorry for your loss. There is nothing to say that has not been said better by someone else. She is happy and is watching over you, but it still hurts to not be able to see and talk to her every day.Raye Holland
Stephenville, TX Wednesday, February 10, 2010 To Brother In Law Leslie Wayne- to Philip, Linda & Sharon: Sorry for your loss and also of my Dear Sister. Annie was special and we had fun and lots of laughs over the years. I am sure of this, she is with our dear Mom & Dad now and out of all her suffering.So glad I got to visit with her and you Wayne not long ago and to hug her and tell her I love her once again. There is never enough time to say Goodbye. Love to the whole family and prayers. Raye
Lewis Gardner
Hot Springs, AR Wednesday, February 10, 2010 I will always remember Sis. Hoppers from the times I attended Oak Grove Assembly of God. She and Bro. Hoppers had a big influence on my childhood and I learned much from the both of the. I am sorry for the loss to the family, however, I am quite sure she is rejoicing with the angels in heaven.PAUL & MARY MCHAN
COLUMBIA, TN Wednesday, February 10, 2010 MY DEAREST FAMILEY, YOU ALL ARE VERY SPECIAL TO US, AND WE LOVE YOU VERY MUCH. I'LL NEVER FORGET ALL THE TIMES WE SHARED IN MY MOTHERS HOME EATING AND BEING MERRY. GOD BLESS YOU IN THIS TIME OF GREIF, SHE WAS A WONDERFUL LADY AND I'M SURE GOD IS LOOKING AFTER HER, PROBABLY FITTING HER WITH ALL HER CROWNS. THE MCHANSSara Marter
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Sharon, Linda, Phillip, Bro Hoppers & family, I'm so sorry for the loss of your dear Annie. I know you all will miss her, just cherish your memories and know that she is where there is no pain, suffering or sorrow. Love to you all.Gail Shelby
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, February 10, 2010 I loved going to Aunt Ann's house as a child, especially liked her big ol gray speckled piano, that later became my first piano! She was always so much fun to visit with and humorous and very patient, while Uncle Wayne told his stories. lol He's going to miss her terribly, those 2 were definitely 1. Love you, Philip, Linda and Sharon. You're in my prayers. Dad talks about childhood memories growing up with her alot.Howard W Sibley
Baldwinsville, NY Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Sharon, what a proud heritage your MOM has left you. She had an amazing life during some of the worst times in our country's history. I wish I had known her, but reading her background I think I did in a way. God bless you and your family.Phyllis & Jimmy Bone
Dardanelle, AR Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Sharon & Family, our love and prayers are with you. May sweet memories of your mom and your faith carry you through this time.Liz Trotter Corbell
Stephenville,, TX Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Wayne, my beloved brother-in-law, Phillip, Linda Ann & Sharon, my prayers are with all of you on the loss of your dear wife and mother. I, too, share in the loss, for Annie is my sister. Even at her age, she had one of the sharpest minds of anyone I have ever known. She knew my childrens' birthdates, along with all of my grandchildrens'. It is a blessing to have shared many laughs and wonderful memories with Annie Mae. She wiil be missed by many, but never forgotten.Joan Dutton
Naples, FL Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Sharon: May you find comfort in knowing that you did so much to make your mother's last months a blessing, and know that your mother is resting in the Lord's presence.Bobbie Ross
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Sharon and family, I am so sorry you lost your mother. I got to know her and your dad when I worked at Monticello Healthcare. They were such nice people. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. May God bless you all.Susan Smith
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Sharon and family, I am so sorry you lost your mother. She was a wonderful and sweet lady. I enjoyed my visit so much the day I went to see her and your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Cherish those wonderful memories you have of her. She knew how much you loved her. May God bless you all during this time.