Daniel C. Hopkins, 70

ELLENDALE - Daniel Curtis Hopkins, unexpectedly passed away on Friday, Dec. 12, 2008. He was 70. He was born on Oct. 10, 1938 in Baltimore, Md., to the late Curtis D. Hopkins and Mary A. Hopkins. After he graduated from William Jason High School in 1957, he joined the Army and served until he was Honorably discharged in 1966 at the rank of Sergeant. While completing his military service, both he and his wife began studying the bible and they became dedicated servants of Jehovah, attending the local Kingdom Hall. He continued to be a member until his death. Daniel did everything he could to the best of his ability with honor and dedication. In doing so, he built his business into a thriving company that constructed homes in a number of Delaware and Maryland communities. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Mae Hopkins; and his brother, Samuel Ray Hopkins, who is survived by his wife, Margaret Ann. He is survived by his mother, Mary A. Hopkins; five children, Devinia Briddell, Delbert Hopkins, Dwayne Hopkins, Devon Hopkins, and Denise Figueroa; three brothers, John Hopkins, Robert Hopkins (Evelyn), and Nathaniel Hopkins ( Edith); one sister, Moezell Hopkins Hyland (Harvey); 11 grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter; and a host of nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and friends. A viewing will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19, 2008 at Watson Funeral Home, 211 S. Washington St., Millsboro. A service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, 2008 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness, 509 Airport Road, Milford. Burial will be in Milford Community Cemetery, Milford. Flowers and donations are appreciated. Letters of condolence may be emailed via www.watsonfh.com or www.delmarvaobits.com.