Jerry D. Hopkins, 78, passed away May 7, 2016 at his home in Independence. In 1959 Jerry married Helen Hopkins. He is survived by his wife, Helen; a son, Richard Hopkins (Julie); a sister, Joyce Leach; one granddaughter, Amber Hopkins and two great grandchildren, Derrick and Madison. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Carla Hopkins; a sister and a brother. Visitation will be Wed., May 11, 2016 from 6-7 pm at Floral Hills Funeral Home. Services will be Thurs., May 12, 2016 at 2 pm also at the Funeral Home. Arr.: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Funeral Home, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO 64133 (816) 353-1218.Arrangements under the direction of Floral Hills Funeral Home, KANSAS CITY, MO.