Micke Fe Hopkins passed away October 31, 2017 at the Whitman Community Hospital in Colfax after suffering an apparent heart attack. He was 65. Micke was born February 8, 1952 in Ritzville, Washington to Floyd E. and Joan L. (Hawks) Hopkins. He was raised in Colfax and attended school in Steptoe. During the 1970's, Micke lived in Seattle, Washington where he worked as a planer at a sawmill there. He truly loved this job. Micke was born with Williams syndrome, a developmental disorder that affects many parts of the body. This condition is characterized by mild to moderate intellectual disability or learning problems, unique personality characteristics, distinctive facial features, and heart and blood vessel (cardiovascular) problems. He returned to Colfax and into the care facilities of Roy McDonald. Micke met Cindy Ann Johnson and they married in 1980. Sadly, Cindy passed away in 1987. Micke loved HO scale model trains and plastic models of all varieties. He was often seen walking in Colfax with longtime friend Vera Hatley. He is survived by his sister Sandra (Gregg) Wise of Spokane, and a brother Monty (Sherry) Hopkins of Steptoe; 4 nieces and 3 nephews. In addition to his wife Cindy, he was preceded in death by his parents, a nephew Todd Wise, and a niece Sierra Wilson. He will be laid to rest in the Colfax Cemetery in a private family ceremony. Memorial gifts are suggested to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, 911 W. 5th Ave., Spokane, WA. 99204 or to Artisan's Ark (job placement service for developmentally disabled) 200 East 2nd, Suite A, Spokane, WA. 99202. On-line guest book is at www.bruningfuneralhome.com
Bruning Funeral Home of Colfax is in charge of arrangements.