Kenneth H. "Hoppy" Hopkins, Jr.

Kenneth H. Hopkins, Jr., 79, affectionately known as Hoppy, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 in York, Pennsylvania after a lengthy illness. He was formerly of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Hoppy was born on October 3, 1945 in Charleston, West Virginia. He was the son of the late Blanche (Morrison) Hopkins and Kenneth H. Hopkins, Sr. He grew up in Logan, WV and graduated in 1963 from Logan High School. After a brief stint in college, he was hired by C&O Railroad (later known as CSX) in November 1966. He was in the Army reserve and called to active duty serving in Germany during the Vietnam war. After returning from Germany, he resumed his career on the railroad. He retired from CSX just a few months shy of 40 years. He was very well liked and was thrown a wonderful retirement party by his coworkers.

In retirement, Hoppy lived in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina which was his favorite place in the world. He loved the warm weather and taking long walks. He also loved spending time with his grandchildren. He always reminded them of the importance of getting an education and was incredibly proud when they all graduated from college.

Mr. Hopkins is survived by his only child, daughter Wendy (Nathan) Lightner of Red Lion, PA who loved him very much and will miss the daily phone calls they shared. Three beloved grandchildren, Aeryn (Manuel) Robles of York, Noah McClain of Red Lion, and Luke Lightner of Yuma, Arizona. He had several lifelong friends who preceded him in death and will be missed by those who remain.

Funeral services will be private for the family. Olewiler & Heffner Funeral Chapel & Crematory, Inc., 35 Gotham Place, Red Lion is in charge of arrangements.