Peacefully at home on Saturday, July 8, 2017 with his best friend and wife Debbie by his side. Loving father of Kerrie (Gord Gamble) and Mark. Very special Papa of Julie Paradis, Camryn Paradis and their father Martin Paradis. Predeceased by his parents Edwin and Jean Hopkin and son-in-law of the late Clarence Therrien and Irene Chartrand (Art). Dear brother of Helen Lang (Gary), Betty Hopkin, John Hopkin (Brenda), Kenny Hopkin (Debbie), Laurie Nedeau (Mike) and the late Harold Hopkin. Brother-in-law of Connie Scott (Dennis), late Linda Carter (Francis), Dale Therrien (Evelyn), Sylvia Lecuyer (Arnold), Steve Therrien (Patti) and the late Todd Chartrand (late Heidi). Special uncle and great uncle to numerous nieces and nephews. Special friend Buzz (his four legged friend). Following Gary’s wishes there will be a private family service. Memorial contributions to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. (Arrangements entrusted to the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre 705-759-2522).