Hopper

Ronald Hopper, 71, of Springfield, Ill., died in Springfield on Monday, June 3, 2024. He was born July 19, 1952, in Jacksonville, Ill. to Freeman Headen Hopper and Bernice Robertine Ranson and they preceded him in death.

He married Yvonne (Sorbie) Hopper of Springfield, Ill. on July 14, 1990 in Springfield and she survives. He was retired after having been a mechanic. Ronald enjoyed long distance running and fishing.

He is survived by his two children, Christy (Shawn) Shafer, Camby, Ind., and Nicholas Hopper, Boulder, Colo .; three grandchildren, Elandra, Addison, and Ava, all of Ind .; sister, Cindy Lou (Rex) Gauges, Winchester, Ill .; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews also survive. Ronald was preceded in death by his parents and brother, William Hopper.

No public services are scheduled. Memorials are suggested to the donor's choice. Kravanya Funeral Home of Gillespie is in charge of the arrangements. Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at http://www.kravanyafuneral.com.