Justine B. Hopper died suddenly in her home in New York City on August 19, 2026. Justine was born in New York City on September 28, 1961. She was the daughter of Ginny and Don Hopper, the second oldest of their five children. She graduated from Marymount High School in May, 1979 and earned an associate’s degree at Quinebaug Valley Community College in May, 1985.

Justine worked as an administrative assistant in the Office of Ministries for the Handicapped in Norwich, Connecticut under the direction of her friend and mentor, Fr. Patrick Martin. Justine went on to become a Peer Specialist working with people trying to navigate the NYC mental health system. After her retirement, Justine continued to do what she loved, keeping up with friends and family, reading and watching sports. Justine loved most sports, but especially baseball. She was a devoted Mets fan. She never gave up on them and was positive they were going to make it out of the “cellar” this season!

Justine was predeceased by her parents, Donald A. Hopper and Virginia M. Hopper. She was the devoted sister of Donald A. Hopper, Jr. (Judy), Mark Hopper (Karen) Adrianne Comerford (Michael) and Peter Hopper. Cherished aunt of Julia Comerford (Calder), Christopher Comerford, Andrew Hopper, Allison Hopper, Jack Hopper and Matthew Hopper and great-aunt of Archer Malin. Celebration of the Liturgy of Christian Burial will be at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, 414 East 14th Street, New York, New York on Tuesday, August 24, 2026, at 10:30 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations would be appreciated in Justine’s name to VISIONS at Selis Manor, 135 West 23rd Street, New York, New York 10011.