Doris Inez Hopper

Doris Inez Slaughter Hopper, 82, of Macon, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026. Funeral services to honor her life will be held on Monday, March 16, at 2:00 PM in the chapel of FairHaven Funeral Home. Immediately following, Mrs. Hopper will be laid to rest at Macon Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will greet friends one hour prior to service time.

Mrs. Hopper was born on June 20, 1943, in Montrose, Georgia, to the late Mr. James William Slaughter and Mrs. Gladys Louise Sapp. She devoted her life to her family as a loving homemaker, creating a warm and welcoming home filled with care, comfort, and unwavering love. Mrs. Hopper took great pride in nurturing her family and ensuring that those she loved were always surrounded by kindness and support. Her home was not only a place of refuge but also a gathering place where family and friends were always welcomed with open arms.

In her quieter moments, Mrs. Hopper found joy in many simple pleasures. She loved spending time in the kitchen preparing delicious meals for her family, often sharing recipes and traditions that brought everyone together around the table. She also enjoyed reading, sewing, and crocheting, talents that allowed her to create beautiful handmade items that became treasured keepsakes for those she loved.

When her children were young, Mrs. Hopper and her husband, Mr. Hopper, made many cherished memories taking the family on camping trips. These adventures were filled with laughter, storytelling, and the kind of moments that would be remembered and shared for generations.

Above all else, Mrs. Hopper treasured her time with her family. Her greatest joy came from being surrounded by those she loved, especially her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom she adored beyond measure. Her love, wisdom, and gentle spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Hopper was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Elijah Barnett Hopper, Sr. and sister, Dale Slaughter.

Left to cherish Mrs. Hoppers memory are her two sons, Elijah B. (Cindi) Hopper, Jr. of Macon and Timothy Blocker of Macon, three daughters, Tina Hopper of Macon, Susan (Thomas) Tedders of Macon, Melinda (Jeff) McCommon of Warner Robins, six grandchildren, Chase (Sarah) Hopper, Taylor Hopper, Zack Tedders, Austin (Victoria) Tedders, Josh (Amy) McCommon, and Kaylee (Joshua) Wood; great grandchildren, Madison McCommon, Dean Hatton, Jackson Wood, Theo Hopper, and John Hopper; and her beloved four legged fur baby, Savannah.

Friends may sign the online registry at www.fairhavenmacon.com.

FairHaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services has the honor of being entrusted with arrangements.