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Jim "Papa Bear" Hopkins, age 68, of Des Moines passed away on March 13, 2023. He is survived by his wife, Jane Zajec; his son, Jason Hopkins; grandchildren, Jack and Julia; his sister and brother-in-law, Kay and Arnie Schlenker, and his sister-in-law Judy Zajec.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, Joe and Mary Hopkins, and his brother, Randy Hopkins.

After retiring, Jim enjoyed traveling with his wife Jane and spending time with his …

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Born

March 22nd, 1954
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Passed away

March 13th, 2023
Des Moines, IA

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Jimmy "Papa Bear" Hopkins