13104811D WHEREAS, Iva Mary Hopkins, a respected dietitian and Blacksburg resident, died on January 20, 2013; and WHEREAS, Iva Hopkins was born in Norfolk on December 1, 1929, and graduated from Carrsville High School in Carrsville; and WHEREAS, attending Virginia Tech, Iva Hopkins earned a bachelor’s degree in 1952 and a master’s degree in 1956; and WHEREAS, in 1971, Iva Hopkins began a long career in dietetics as a registered dietitian at what is now known as Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital; and WHEREAS, working in several capacities at various hospitals, medical facilities, and nursing homes until 1997, Iva Hopkins helped patients eat right and lead healthier, happier lives; and WHEREAS, a respected leader in the field of dietetics, Iva Hopkins served as a member of the American Dietetic Association and as the president of the Virginia Dietetic Association (VDA) from 1993 to 1994; and WHEREAS, in recognition of her service to countless patients, Iva Hopkins received the Virginia Distinguished Dietitian award from the VDA in 1996; and WHEREAS, an active member of the community, Iva Hopkins served as the worthy matron at Ingles Chapter No. 96 of the Order of the Eastern Star; she also served as a grand representative to the Grand Chapter of Saskatchewan, Canada; and WHEREAS, Iva Hopkins was a longtime, active member of the Montgomery County Republican Committee; and WHEREAS, Iva Hopkins enjoyed faith and fellowship with the community at Blacksburg Baptist Church, where she served on many committees, including the Board of Deacons; and WHEREAS, Iva Hopkins is survived by her husband, Mansell; children Herbert, Robert, Barbara, and Dwight, and their families; and many other family members and friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED by the Senate, the House of Delegates concurring, That the General Assembly hereby note with great sadness the loss of Iva Mary Hopkins, a respected dietitian and an active contributor to the Blacksburg community; and, be it RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the family of Iva Mary Hopkins as an expression of the General Assembly’s respect for her memory. |