Herbert G. Hopwood

1898–1966 (age 68)

Military officer

Biography

Herbert G. Hopwood (1898-1966) lived a life defined by devotion to the uniform he wore and the ideals it represented. His final resting place at Arlington National Cemetery honors his years of faithful service to the nation.

Always ready to lend encouragement and expertise, he became a steady mentor for young servicemembers and a source of reassurance for superiors wrestling with weighty decisions. His compassionate professionalism remains a guiding example to those who follow in his footsteps.

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