Cheryl Ann Hopkins

Everyone that knew Cheryl commented that she always had a big smile. Cheryl had a very positive outlook on life. Her faith and determination never allowed anything to sour her zest for life. Cheryl Ann Hopkins, 75, of Corsicana, died on November 18, 2023.
She was born in Dallas, TX in 1948 to Kenneth and Ellaneita Keenum. Cheryl attended R.L. Turner High School before studying at Texas Women's University where she received a bachelor's degree. She delivered the Daily Sun newspaper for 33 years. Met a lot of people and made a lot of friends.
Cheryl is survived by her husband Jerry, of 53 years, her mother Ellaneita Keenum age 97 of Farmers Branch, her sister Cindy and husband Sam Clem of Farmers Branch. Her children Christy Hopkins and Randy of Anna, Brian and Heather Hopkins of Corsicana, Bradley Hopkins and Marisol of Leander. Her grandchildren Brendan Hopkins of Paris, Haleigh Salazar of Leander, and Roxanne Salazar of Leander. Her great granddaughter Blakelyn Hopkins of Corsicana.
Preceded in death by her father and grandparents.
Cheryl will always be remembered for the love she had for her family and friends. She was a selfless person. Would sacrifice nearly anything for family. She loved her Texas Longhorns. Jerry and Cheryl were season football ticket holders for 20 years. Jerry and Cheryl spent countless hours watching all Longhorn sports on the Longhorn Network. Gameday in Austin, TX was an important and fun experience for Cheryl. Working in the yard with flowers was something she always enjoyed. Cheryl was active in the booster club at Corsicana High School for many years. Some of her best times were spent with the Fairy Football Moms making locker decorations. Cheryl was strong willed. When she was diagnosed with cancer, she said, "I am going to beat this!" And she did. Her determination gave her four more years with her family. In the end, it was dementia that snuck up on her.
We will miss her every day. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all those who loved her.
The family of Cheryl would like to thank Dr. Kent Rogers, Dr. Matthews and Dr. Nair of Texas Oncology, Bristol Hospice, Country Meadows Nursing Home and especially Heather Hopkins.
A memorial service to celebrate Cheryl will be held on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at 2pm at Griffin-Roughton Funeral Home, Corsicana, TX. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the American Cancer Society or the Dementia Society of America.