David Floyd Hopper

Obituaries

October 30, 2024

David Floyd Hopper

November 13, 1955 – October 24, 2024

David Floyd Hopper, of Okmulgee, died Thursday, October 24, 2024, in Tulsa at 68 years of age. He was born Thursday, November 13, 1955, in Okmulgee to the late David Lester and Peggy Jean (Webb) Hopper.

A celebration of life for David will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Okmulgee, with Dr. Dennis Taylor officiating. Arrangements and cremation services have been entrusted to McClendon-Winters Funeral Home of Okmulgee. Memories, condolences, photos and videos may be shared with the family on David’s Tribute Page at www. mcclendon-winters.com.

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