of Sherwood, AR
April 25, 1930 - January 6, 2023
James "Jim" Douglas Hope, 92, of North Little Rock, AR passed away January 6, 2023.
"Jim" Hope, son of Anna Mae and Oscar Hope, loving husband of Rose "Betty" Hope, is survived by his wife, Betty; his daughter, Vicki and her husband, Steve and two sons, Keith and Kevin. He is also survived by one grandson, Brett and his wife, Jessica and two great grandsons, Jack and Luke.
Jim was a loving and dedicated father, husband, grandfather and friend. He loved sports, especially baseball, where his favorite team was the St. Louis Cardinals. Growing up in North Little Rock, Jim played football, baseball, basketball and was a champion wrestler. He also enjoyed reading, traveling and talking politics.
He served in the US Navy during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1955 with the rank of Electrician's Mate, Third Class.
After his military service, Jim began his lifetime career in the railroad industry. He was promoted several times up the ranks and as a senior officer, he managed more than 5,000 employees across the US. He was a Mason and devoted time and his resources to several worthy causes.
He will be laid to rest at Edgewood Memorial Park in North Little Rock, AR, Friday, January 13, at 2:00 p.m.
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Lenny and Becky Carroll
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Jim was a dear friend of this family for as long as we can remember. He was my dad’s best friend and I cherish the memories we have over the years of our lives that we shared with Jim and Betty.
Sofia Pombrik
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Dear Betty and Family,
Like many others who was drawn to Jim by his great personality, I am deeply sudden by his death. Please accept my sympathy on your sad loss.
Sincerely, Sonya
Jan Costello
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
God speed and Rest in Peace.
Richard Hope
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Our deepest sympathies to the Hopes of Little Rock. Uncle Jim was a great man and the Hopes of Ellicott City have many fond memories. My dads face would light up when he spoke to him. Many, many laughs were enjoyed by all who listened to their stories.
Pat Davis
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
My deepest sympathy. Pat Smith Davis