Our Story
Nearly two centuries of faith, resilience, and family — rooted in Thomasville, Georgia.
The Descendants of Randal & Nancy Hopkins
Springhill Missionary Baptist Church — Thomasville, Georgia
The Hopkins family story begins with Randal Hopkins, born circa 1829 in Georgia, and his wife Nancy (Susie) Scott, born circa 1846 in Virginia. Together they put down roots in Thomasville, Thomas County, Georgia, where they would raise twelve children and build a legacy that endures to this day.
Randal Hopkins lived nearly 93 years — from 1829 to January 21, 1922 — and in that lifetime witnessed the births of all twelve of his children, the marriages of his sons and daughters, and the first generation of grandchildren who would carry his name and his faith forward into the 20th century.
Their twelve children — Emaline, T, Lula, Gilbert, Lucindy, Hattie, Missouria, Benjamin, Ananias, Tempie, Carrie, and the youngest, Rev. David Earle Hopkins — formed the branches of what is now a sprawling family tree that spans five-plus generations and every corner of the United States.
“But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
The Founding Generation
Patriarch & Founder
Randal Hopkins
1829 – 1922
Born circa 1829 in Georgia. Raised twelve children in Thomasville, Thomas County. Died January 21, 1922, at approximately 93 years of age — a life lived entirely in service to family and faith.
Matriarch & Heart of the Family
Nancy (Susie) Scott Hopkins
c. 1846 – ?
Born circa 1846 in Virginia. Journeyed to Georgia where she built a home with Randal Hopkins and raised twelve children — becoming the living heart of the Hopkins family legacy.
Their Twelve Children
Each born in Thomasville, Georgia — the twelve children of Randal and Nancy Hopkins are the branches from which our entire family tree grows.
Emaline “Emma” Hopkins
b. 1867
T Hopkins
1869–1871
Died in infancy
Lula Hopkins
b. c. 1871
Gilbert Hopkins
b. Dec 25, 1874
Lucindy “Cynthia” Hopkins
b. c. 1875
Hattie Hopkins
b. c. 1877
Missouria “Zavry” Hopkins
b. c. 1879
Benjamin H. Hopkins
b. Oct 30, 1881
Ananias Hopkins
b. Sep 16, 1884
Tempie Hopkins
b. May 1888
Carrie “Cassie” Hopkins
b. Aug 1890
Rev. David Earle Hopkins
b. Jul 29, 1895
“Uncle Son”
Family Milestones
A Legacy Begins
Randal Hopkins is born in Georgia — the man who would become patriarch of a family spanning nearly two centuries, five-plus generations, and every corner of America.
A Legacy Begins
Randal Hopkins is born in Georgia — the man who would become patriarch of a family spanning nearly two centuries, five-plus generations, and every corner of America.
Nancy (Susie) Scott
Nancy Scott is born in Virginia, the woman who would travel to Georgia, marry Randal Hopkins, and serve as the enduring matriarch and heart of the Hopkins family.
Nancy (Susie) Scott
Nancy Scott is born in Virginia, the woman who would travel to Georgia, marry Randal Hopkins, and serve as the enduring matriarch and heart of the Hopkins family.
The First Child
Emaline "Emma" Hopkins is born in Thomasville, Georgia — the first of twelve children Randal and Nancy would raise together in Thomas County.
The First Child
Emaline "Emma" Hopkins is born in Thomasville, Georgia — the first of twelve children Randal and Nancy would raise together in Thomas County.
Gilbert Hopkins Born
Gilbert Hopkins arrives on Christmas Day in Thomasville. His descendants would go on to host the annual Saturday family picnic each reunion — a tradition that continues today.
Gilbert Hopkins Born
Gilbert Hopkins arrives on Christmas Day in Thomasville. His descendants would go on to host the annual Saturday family picnic each reunion — a tradition that continues today.
Ananias Hopkins Born
Ananias Hopkins is born September 16 in Thomasville. His family line hosts the beloved Friday Brunch each reunion weekend.
Ananias Hopkins Born
Ananias Hopkins is born September 16 in Thomasville. His family line hosts the beloved Friday Brunch each reunion weekend.
First Recorded Marriage
Emma Hopkins marries C.G. Graves on December 12 in Thomas County — the first documented marriage in the Hopkins family record, preserved in the family archive.
First Recorded Marriage
Emma Hopkins marries C.G. Graves on December 12 in Thomas County — the first documented marriage in the Hopkins family record, preserved in the family archive.
Lula Marries Alex Cromatie
Lula Hopkins weds Alex Cromatie on December 12, establishing the Cromatie branch of the family. Their children and grandchildren spread from Thomasville to West Palm Beach and beyond.
Lula Marries Alex Cromatie
Lula Hopkins weds Alex Cromatie on December 12, establishing the Cromatie branch of the family. Their children and grandchildren spread from Thomasville to West Palm Beach and beyond.
Rev. David Earle Hopkins Born
The youngest of Randal and Nancy's twelve children, Rev. David Earle Hopkins — known lovingly as "Uncle Son" — is born July 29 in Thomasville, closing the founding generation.
Rev. David Earle Hopkins Born
The youngest of Randal and Nancy's twelve children, Rev. David Earle Hopkins — known lovingly as "Uncle Son" — is born July 29 in Thomasville, closing the founding generation.
Lula & Solomon Junior
Lula Hopkins marries Solomon Junior on December 3, beginning one of the family's most storied branches — producing descendants including a doctor, an NFL player, and generations of community leaders.
Lula & Solomon Junior
Lula Hopkins marries Solomon Junior on December 3, beginning one of the family's most storied branches — producing descendants including a doctor, an NFL player, and generations of community leaders.
Randal Hopkins Passes
Patriarch Randal Hopkins dies on January 21, 1922, at approximately 93 years of age. He lived to see all twelve of his children grown, dozens of grandchildren born, and the Hopkins name firmly rooted in Georgia history.
Randal Hopkins Passes
Patriarch Randal Hopkins dies on January 21, 1922, at approximately 93 years of age. He lived to see all twelve of his children grown, dozens of grandchildren born, and the Hopkins name firmly rooted in Georgia history.
Hopkins Family on the National Stage
Ester James "EJ" Junior — great-grandson of Lula Hopkins — is selected in the first round of the NFL Draft by the St. Louis Cardinals, going on to play 13 seasons including stints with the Miami Dolphins and Seattle Seahawks.
Hopkins Family on the National Stage
Ester James "EJ" Junior — great-grandson of Lula Hopkins — is selected in the first round of the NFL Draft by the St. Louis Cardinals, going on to play 13 seasons including stints with the Miami Dolphins and Seattle Seahawks.
Family Reunion, Thomasville
The Hopkins family gathers in Thomasville, Georgia, June 9–12 — for four days of faith, food, and fellowship. The reunion spans worship at Springhill Missionary Baptist Church, the YMCA family picnic, and dinner at Hopkins Fellowship Center.
Family Reunion, Thomasville
The Hopkins family gathers in Thomasville, Georgia, June 9–12 — for four days of faith, food, and fellowship. The reunion spans worship at Springhill Missionary Baptist Church, the YMCA family picnic, and dinner at Hopkins Fellowship Center.
Family Branches
From the twelve children of Randal and Nancy Hopkins grew six primary family branches. Click any branch to learn more about the founding members, where they settled, and the legacy they left.
In Memoriam
“Forever in our hearts.”
We pause to honor the members of the Hopkins family who have gone before us — whose love, faith, and sacrifice built the foundation upon which we stand.
Randal Hopkins
1829 – 1922
Patriarch & Founder
Nancy (Susie) Scott Hopkins
c. 1846 – ?
Matriarch & Heart of the Family
T Hopkins
1869 – 1871
Cherished Infant, Son of Randal & Nancy
Juanita Ann Bailey
– 1938
Granddaughter of Lula Hopkins
Mamie Boston Charles
1914 – 1990
Granddaughter of Lula Hopkins
Chester David Charles
1941 – 1986
Great-Grandson of Lula Hopkins
Carlton Edward Junior
1931 – 1956
Son of Otis Junior
Lula Rene Boston
1918 – 2001
Granddaughter of Lula Hopkins
Ronald Anthony Bailey
– 1988
Son of Jimmy Franklin Bailey
Richard Alvin Bailey
– 1991
Son of Samuel & Mabel Junior Bailey
Otis Junior
1910 – 1991
Son of Lula & Solomon Junior
Lutheryne Costella Junior
1932 – 1992
Daughter of Otis Junior
Mabel Junior Bailey
1907 – 2001
Daughter of Lula & Solomon Junior
Donald Webster Junior
– July 22, 2003
Son of Otis Junior
Dora Mae Mitchell Junior
– March 3, 2004
Wife of Otis Junior
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