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Willie Jo Hopper

July 31, 1931 — May 8, 2025

Crump

Willie Jo Hopper was born on July 31, 1931 in Savannah, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Marvin and Maggie Hughes Scott.

On March 8, 1953, she was united in marriage to Elmer R. Hopper, who preceded his wife in death on April 13, 2024.

Mrs. Hopper enjoyed cooking, sewing, and spending time with her family. She loved to socialize and always enjoyed the times when her family and friends came to visit with her. Willie was a member of Crump Pentecostal Church and a former Eastern Star member.

Willie Jo Hopper departed this life on Thursday, May 8, 2025 in Savannah, Tennessee, at the age of 93 years, 9 months, and 8 days.

She is survived by her nieces, Linda, Freed, Patsy, Vicky, Deborah, and Brenda; nephews, Kenny, Gary, Jamie, and Jack; and a host of great nieces and great nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband, Willie was preceded in death by her daughter, Rebecca Hopper; sisters, Beatrice Smith, Paralee Gibbs, Juanita Johnson, and Mable French; and brother, Leroy Scott.

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Visitation

Sunday, May 11, 2025

12:30 - 3:00 pm (Central time)

Shackelford Funeral Directors - Savannah

450 Church Street, Savannah, TN 38372

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Funeral Service

Sunday, May 11, 2025

Starts at 3:00 pm (Central time)

Shackelford Funeral Directors - Savannah

450 Church Street, Savannah, TN 38372

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Burial

Sunday, May 11, 2025

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