Celebration of life for Mary Hopson
- Mar 5
- 1 min read
Updated: Mar 12
Celebrating the Life of Mary Ann Hopson
May 30, 1956 – February 21, 2026
Mary Ann Hopson was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and cherished friend to many.
Mary was a pillar in the community, serving with the Sweet Mahogany Drill Team for 25 years and with King County Metro Transit for 44 years. Her commitment, leadership, and love for her community left a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
Mary’s presence filled every room she entered. Her strength, confidence, and authenticity were matched only by her generous and kind heart. She lived unapologetically as herself and loved deeply.
Mary is survived by her loving husband, Jesse Hopson; her daughter, Denise Hopson; and her son, Jesse Hopson. She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren, Kevin, Kaylyn, Jesiah, Jayla, Jada, and Jesse Jr.; her siblings, Dorothy Moody, William Turner, and James Turner; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family who will continue to carry her love and legacy forward.
A Celebration of Life for Mary Hopson will be held on Friday, March 13, at 12:00 PM, preceded by a viewing at 11:00 AM, at Church by the Side of the Road, 3455 S. 148th St., Tukwila, WA 98168.
I live a cross the street from her most of teen and adult life. She was like an auntie to me, funny she would never sell me that van lol. Love you and you will be deeply missed.
Maryann Was Strength! An example of what a wife, mother, and Queen walked like! My sincere condolences to you all ❤️🙏 ,,, forever missed… RIH
Denise and Lil Jessie jr. for not being selfish, as her children, sharing your mom with so many.
The same for Jessie Sr.
KK
Condolences to the Hopson, Daniels Moody, Jones, Seraile, and Yesler Terrace, family. This isa very hard time for each of the families as they have endured so much within the last year. Extending comforting peace with hugs., Asking, each to cherish the fond memories had with Mary Ann, She was such a joy to know. Like a auntie sister-in-law, mother and all of that, she filled those shoes. I’ll miss getting on her bus and saying these words “hi my name is KK, Can I get a ride” sometimes I had no fare - but she allowed me to ride I was a young teen back then. Mary Anne, would crack up laughing, we both would. From there on ou…
My condolences to the family and all those that loved her praying for comfort and peace to all.