Our Hero's Story
Steven Kirby
September 4, 2009
I had the pleasure of having Sgt Hopper work for me from 2001-2003. It was a true honor to watch him grow from a young Marine fresh out of school into an NCO with the respect of his junior Marines. He was an asset to our unit and our shop, and was always willing to do what was needed to get the job done. I would like to express my deepest condolences to his family as it approaches the two year mark of his death. I am proud to be able to call Nick a true friend. He is sorely missed as a friend and a fellow Marine. To his family and friends, my prayers go out to you. To Nick, Semper Fi.
Kristine Overacker
September 21, 2007
Wow. I can't believe this has happened. I have known Hopper since August of 2001 when we met reporting at Aberdeen, MD for MOS school. We transferred to Cherry Point, NC and served together under the same group. I kept in touch with him until feb 2005 when I left the Marines for civilian life. He was an incredible Marine. He was the smartest in our class and excelled at everything he did. I would like to express my deepest sympathy to his wife and son. Also to the rest of his family and everyone else that he touched in his short life. Had I known I would have been there today. Please keep me informed about future memorial services. Semper Fi, Cpl. Kristine Overacker