Dana Robert Hopkins AKA “Cochise” died at the age of 55 on Sunday, September 21, 2014. He was born to the late Barbara Marie Thorpe and the late Robert Louis Hopkins having been raised by the late Robert Louis Thorpe.

Dana was educated in the public school system of Philadelphia. Thereafter, Dana became an employee of the Laurel Hill and West laurel Hill Cemetery Companies as a Backhoe Operator. He took great pride in his work. Dana was a loving and caring person whom always had a way about him that would make you laugh or smile. Dana had a great love for oldies. He was a great friend to those he knew and shared his life.

He leaves to mourn: a loving companion, Aisha; three sisters, Denise, Robin, and Tiffany; two brothers Donald and Michael; John James, whom was an active father figure; an aunt and uncle, Norman and Pat Hopkins; a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.