Frances Louise Hoppis, 79 of Hasty, Arkansas went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville.

The daughter of Joe D. and Connie (Chadwick) Thornsberry was born September 12, 1939 at Marianna, Arkansas. She had been a resident of Newton County since 1969, moving from Wichita, Kansas and was a founding member of Newton County Baptist Church.  She enjoyed working in the nursing field for over 50 years, including many years caring for neighbors and loved ones.

Frances loved hummingbirds and wildlife. In her younger years, she enjoyed fishing and gardening. She loved going to church and attending Ladies Bible Study. She was famous for her sweet potato casserole, and it was requested at every church potluck.

Frances was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. She treasured spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Argie Hoppis, an infant brother, a sister, 7 brothers-in-law and 3 sisters-in-law.

Frances is survived by her children, Richard Hoppis of Hasty; Tammy Cooper and husband Tim of Everton and Teresa Martin and husband Ronnie of Hasty; two sisters, JoElla Mulanax of Bergman and Marlene Gaye Lane and husband Irven of Oxley, Ar; a brother-in-law, Harvey Hoppis of Hasty; a sister-in-law, Martha Reece of Fresno, CA; 19 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, extended family and many close friends who loved her and miss her.

Funeral service will be at 10:00 AM, Saturday, July 20, 2019 at Newton County Baptist Church in Piercetown with Pastor Rodney Stromlund and Pastor Andrew Campbell. Burial will follow at Sand Hill Cemetery.

Visitation will be Friday from 5-7 PM at Coffman Funeral Home in Harrison.

Pallbearers are Jacob Olivan, Corey Hoppis, Randal Spears, Rick Hoppis, Josh Freeman, Dalton Martin, Hunter Guynn and Richard Hoppis.

Honorary Pallbearers are Gina Ray, NCBC Members and the CCU Nurses and Staff at WRMC.

Memorials in her honor can be made to Newton County Baptist Church, C/O Frances Hoppis Memorial, PO Box 6, Vendor, AR, 72683.

On-line condolences may be left at www.coffmanfh.com.