Carolyn June Hopwood

Carolyn Hopwood ObituaryPublished by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 17, 2026.Carolyn June Hopwood, 82, of Twin Falls, Idaho, passed away peacefully at home on March 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and her beloved dog, Sissey.Carolyn was born on January 27, 1944, in Lawrence, Nebraska to Clarence and Velma Bencken. She grew up feeling deeply loved by her parents and looked up to her older brother, Richard, who always protected his little sister. She graduated from Buhl High School and later worked as a beautician alongside her mother. Carolyn also spent 23 years working at the Times-News.At the age of 14, Carolyn met the love of her life, Jack Hopwood. The two were married on May 26, 1962, just one week after Carolyn graduated from high school. Through her marriage, Carolyn also gained a large and loving extended family, joining Jack's family of nine siblings and his parents whom she loved as her own.One year later, Jack and Carolyn welcomed their first child, Brian. Jack even brought the top tier of their wedding cake to the hospital so they could celebrate their first wedding anniversary together the following day. Over the years, their family grew with the addition of Debbie, Doug, Christy, and Amber. She often reflected on those years, saying, "I know this was the happiest time of my life with a loving husband and my children."Carolyn enjoyed the simple things in life. She loved tending to her rose garden, crocheting, cross-stitching, and spending time playing pinochle and rummikub with family and friends.Carolyn is survived by her husband of 63 years, Jack Hopwood; her children: Brian and Berta Hopwood of Fairfield, Montana; Debbie and Ron Chavez of Kimberly, Idaho; Doug and Nancy Hopwood of Twin Falls, Idaho; Christy and Justin Mitchum of Casper, Wyoming; Amber and Corey Black of Hailey, Idaho; and her brother Richard Bencken of Boise, Idaho. She also leaves behind 16 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Velma Bencken, her mother- and father-in-law, Dale and Alice Hopwood, as well as her great-granddaughter, Kimberly Merritt. She was also preceded in death by several beloved brothers- and sisters-in-law, along with many other cherished loved ones. We are forever grateful to Hilary, Maria, and Anna for not only caring for our Mom, but also for the guidance and strength they provided our family. Carolyn's Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 11:00 am at Wilks Funeral Home, 2551 Kimberly Road, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301, with a viewing from 10:00 am to 10:45 am also at Wilks Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will be live-streamed. Carolyn will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Park, 2996 Kimberly Road, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301. Arrangements are under the care of Wilks Funeral Homes. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.magicvalleyfuneralhome.com.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.