Edgar Albert Hopgood II, 74, died peacefully in his home surrounded by family on September 17, 2020.
Edgar was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico on November 11, 1945 to parents Edgar Albert and Dora (nee Jovet) Hopgood. He was the loving husband of Susan M. (nee Taylor) whom he married on November 2, 1974; they spent 45 joyful years in marriage. Edgar was a fun-loving jokester who loved to make people laugh. He was very proud of his heritage and often visited his family in Puerto Rico. He loved to dance and was always ready for an adventure. He was generous, selfless and very giving. He loved to fly, and was a proud member of the Air Force National Guard.
Edgar is survived by his beloved wife, Susan, his children, Maribel (David) Hopgood-Bruno, Ana M.(Roberto) Garces, Edgar Albert (Christina) Hopgood III, Melissa (Jeffrey) Shea, Nadine (Joshua) Siferd, his grandchildren, Rafael, Rafael, Paola, Cindel, Alena, Elijah, Thea, Chase, and Caden, his siblings, Sandra (Thomas) Plyler, and Alfredo Hopgood, his sister in law, Lydia Hopgood, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Eric Hopgood.
Visitation will be Saturday, October 3, 9:00 a.m. at DeFiore Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley, followed by a funeral mass, 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley.
In lieu of flowers, masses can be said in Edgar's name and memorials in Edgar's name can be made to The JourneyCare Foundation https://journeycare.org/donate/ or Transitions Hospice https://www.transitionshospice.com/
For further information please call the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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We are so sorry to hear about Edgar. We are thinking about you and your family during this difficult time. Hugs!
Mr. Hopgood was one of my favorite people ever. He was the life of the party at every event i went to at the Hopgoods. Knowing him and the family for the past 25 years was something that helped shape me as a person and helped teach me friendship and love. I love you, Big Edgar, you'll never be forgotten and you'll always be "the party".
I am so sorry for your loss I know the last several years have been very difficult but know he’s now in a better place with no more suffering.
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in prayer
Edgar provided us great memories and laughter in the neighborhood. He will be dearly missed. Praying for the entire Hopgood family during this difficult time.
I’m also one of Edgar daughters! I just hope he can Rest In Peace. The forgotten one!
Grandchildren’s of Edgar not included in this obituary, Luis Mojica Hopgood, Glorialis Mojica Hopgood, Garnier Abreu Hopgood, Alekzandro Abreu Hopgood & great grandson Axel Moreno Mojica!
Grandchildren’s of Edgar not included in this obituary, Luis Mojica Hopgood, Glorialis Mojica Hopgood, Garnier Abreu Hopgood, Alekzandro Abreu Hopgood & great grandson Axel Moreno Mojica!
Susan I am so sorry for your loss. No one could have been so dedicated to Edgar, not only as his loving wife, but also in how you cared for him in his final time here on earth. I have often thought of you and Edgar so I decided to look both of you up. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kathy (I used to work for Bonnie) My email is katsmeowhouse@sbcglobal.net