Steven Keith Hoopes
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Steven Keith Hoopes, 52, of Christiana, PA, departed this life on Monday, April 10, 2023 at Kindred Hospital in Havertown, PA. Born in Coatesville, he was the son of the late Arthur J. Hoopes, Jr. and Janice Townsend Hoopes.
Steve was a lifelong resident of Christiana, PA and a 1989 graduate of Octorara High School. He continued his education graduating from Cairn University with a Bachelor’s Degrees in Biblical Studies and Elementary Education and then completed his Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership and Administration. He was most recently employed by Bethany Christian School of Oxford, PA as a schoolteacher. He was formerly employed as a Principal at Christ Academy in Collingdale, PA where scholarships were given to young African immigrants. He then was employed by Grace Reformed Episcopal Church in Collingdale, PA under Father Michael Fitzpatrick where he also served as a Youth Director.
He is survived by three brothers; David B. Hoopes and wife Mindy, Jeffrey M. Hoopes, and Jonathan T. Hoopes, four nephews; Noah and Seth Hoopes and Matthew and Mason Gorham, and special friends who called him their Godfather; Emmanuel Harmattan and wife Comfort and their children; Nathan and Eman, Cyrus Dennis, William D. Bestman, Cynthia Tokpawheia, Davidetta Bestman (Mambu) and their children Davion, Samya and Leela.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 11:00 AM at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St. Parkesburg, PA followed by burial at the Upper Octorara Presbyterian Cemetery, Parkesburg, PA. Family and friends are also invited to attend the viewing at the funeral home from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.
Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
Condolences
Very Sad and sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Hoopes...very special person in my Son Ryan Kelly life... my son Ryan attended Christ Academy in Collingdale Mr Hoppes was a wonderful teacher which Ryan will always be grateful for... always in our hearts and thoughts R.I.P.
My Condolences
Rest in peace, my condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed.
Mr.hoopes
Sorry for the times I haven’t listened to u and I’ve been being disrespectful growing up now I realized everytime u talked u was meaning it for the best out of me
I just spoke with him in
I just spoke with him in church a couple weeks ago as he sat in front of us. He was thoroughly enjoying singing the hymns. Now he sings with angels before the Lord and Savior who loved him and whom he loved to serve. We grieve with you the loss .
Our Deepest Sympathy
Mr.Hoopes was an instrumental part of my children’s lives. He was a remarkable headmaster and educator who loved and inspired confidence in all his students. He taught my sons much more than literature, logic and math. He taught them love, compassion, and community. He brought my children closer to the Lord each and every day through prayer, discussions, and Bible readings. He was a role model of what every person strives to be.
Mr. Hoopes did not just create a school; he created a loving, tight-knit family in Christ for all his students. There was so much joy and love when he was teaching his students. We are truly honored and Blessed for having him in our lives. His legacy will continue to inspire everyone especially those he taught.
Our deepest condolences,
Christine, Michael, Gianni, Luca, and Marco Patrone
Loss of Steve Hoopes
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Steve at Bethany Christian School. We had many wonderful conversations. I learned he was a strong Christian with a lot of knowledge about church history. He was wise in current events. We were in agreement, politically. I coveted his opinion about different things that were happening in our country. I missed him when he could no longer work at Bethany. I am thankful that I got to know Steve and enjoyed talking to him each day. I will continue to pray for you that loved him as you grieve this huge loss.
Our Condolences
We are so sorry to hear about your passing. Mr Hoopes was the principal at my son Daniel’s school. He was a mentor to him. We communicated with him last April, he said that he was doing well, after surgery. We just found out just now, about his passing. Mr Hoopes we will missed you, especially the Christ Academy Family, you did a great deal for the kids. RIPP Mr Hoopes💔💔💔
Rest in peace
My son , Victor , was attending Christ Academy in Collingdale, several years ago and was constantly testing Mr. Hoopes patients.. and I'm sorry for that , again. Working with kids can be a real challenge and Mr. Hoopes deserves a special blessing for that..May he rest in peace. 🙏
A friend and co- worker
What a sad surprise to read this obituary! Please accept my sympathy and sincerest sadness for your loss. I worked with Steve at Christ Academy years ago, and my son Andrew benefited from his teaching and friendship. I was looking to find Steve and tell him that Andrew just died on April 27, so am very shocked. May God grant His comfort to us all.