Kenneth Paul Hampton

Kenneth Paul “Hoppy” Hampton, 96 of New Madrid, MO passed away February 5, 2025 at New Madrid Living Center in New Madrid, MO. He was born on July 2, 1928 in Risco, MO to the late John Jackson Hampton and Effie Mae Patterson Hampton.

On April 24, 1946 at the age of 17, he enlisted in the US Army and was a Sargent stationed in Korea.

On October 20, 1956 he married Elsie Marie Higgerson, who preceded him in death in 1996. He later married Betty Voyles, who preceded him in death in 2018.

In addition to his parents and spouses, he was preceded in death by one sister, Francesca Hamlett, one brother, Johnnie Hampton, son-in-law Craig Scobey and son-in-law Thomas Haley.

Survivors include two daughters, Corlis Haley and Paula Scobey of New Madrid, MO. Three step-sons, Robert Voyles, Ronald Voyles, and Richard Voyles of Decatur, IL.; one brother, Jack Hampton of Kelso, MO. Grandson William Scobey of Matthews, MO and Christopher (Ashleigh) Scobey of Clovis, NM. Great-grandchildren, Landyn Scobey, Kristina Scobey, Autumn Scobey and Aubree Scobey and many other step grands, relatives and friends.

Ken was an avid fisherman and carpenter and lived life to the fullest. He was a very generous soul.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Crown Hospice and his wonderful caregivers at New Madrid Living Center.

Thank you to everyone for all the prayers and concerns 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the charity of your choice.

Visitation will be held at Richards Funeral Home on Monday, Feb 10, 2025 from 9:30 am to 10:30 am 

A funeral service will follow at 10:30 at the Funeral Home with G.L. Keene officiating.