Hazel Mae (Tucker) Hopson

Hazel Mae Tucker Hopson, age 102, of Erwin, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, October 23, 2025. She lived most of her life in Washington County. Hazel is a daughter of the late Andrew and Hester Poore Tucker.

Hazel was a member of Trinity Freewill Baptist Church. She worked for Southern Pottery where she painted dishes by hand for several years. After she left the pottery, Hazel became a homemaker.

Hot pink was Hazel’s favorite color, and she loved pink roses. Hazel’s favorite scripture was Psalm 121. She lived a long, full life.

In addition to her parents, Hazel was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Hopson; two brothers and two sisters.

Hazel is survived by her sister-in-law and caretaker, Ollie Ledford of Erwin.

Hazel’s graveside service will be held at Evergreen Cemetery on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Richard Blankenship will officiate. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the cemetery by 12:50 p.m. on Thursday.

Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with the Hopson family at www.ledfordfuneralhomes.com. 

Robert Ledford Funeral Home, 720 Ohio Avenue, Erwin, is privileged to serve the Hopson family. (423) 743-1380

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