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Derek K. Hopkins
Profile
Republican
Committee Name: Friends of Derek Hopkins
Address: 3036 Whiteford Rd
Pylesville, MD 21132-
Phone: (443) 528-7058
Email: derekh3036@gmail.com
Website: www.derekhopkins.org
Derek K. Hopkins is a dedicated public servant, community leader, farmer, and family man serving as the Register of Wills for Harford County, Maryland.
Professional Service and Leadership
Hopkins was sworn in as Register of Wills on November 30, 2010, and has served continuously since December 1, 2010. In this elected role, he helps families navigate estate processes with compassion, provides outreach and education to citizens, and upholds accountability for estate representatives. He previously worked as a full-time auctioneer, estate appraiser, and third-generation real estate agent specializing in estate services.
His background includes:
- Graduate of North Harford High School (active in FFA, served as Maryland State FFA Vice President).
- Attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (focus on business management; worked in the Swine Research Center).
- Graduate of Missouri Auction School and the Certified Auctioneer Institute at Indiana University.
Community Involvement and Volunteerism
Hopkins is deeply rooted in Harford County, where his family has lived for generations. Key contributions include:
- Long-time volunteer firefighter and EMS member/driver (joined Darlington Volunteer Fire Company at age 16; active with Whiteford Volunteer Fire Company, past president).
- Deployed by FEMA after Hurricane Katrina to assist in Mississippi for over a month.
- Member of Harford County's Agricultural Advisory Board (since 2009), passionate about preserving agriculture.
- Past 4-H member and ongoing volunteer; strong supporter of 4-H for youth development.
- Founder of the Char Hope Foundation, a nonprofit focused on recovery efforts in the county.
He has received recognition for his volunteer work, including support for organizations like the Harford Land Trust.
Personal Life and Values
Born August 12, 1976, in Havre de Grace, Maryland, Hopkins grew up on the family farm in Darlington, learning a strong work ethic from his great-grandmother Hazel and grandfather Harry G. Hopkins (the farm is now preserved). He lives in Pylesville with his wife Katrina (married over 20–25 years; she has worked in Maryland’s Court System). They have two children, Tim and Emma, and enjoy family time on their small farm with dairy goats, beef cattle, and chickens. 4-H remains a central family activity.
Hopkins embodies integrity, professionalism, commitment, and community service. He continues to prioritize helping families through difficult estate matters while advocating for agriculture, recovery support, and local volunteerism. His career and life reflect a consistent dedication to Harford County and its residents.
For more details, visit his official site at derekhopkins.org or the Harford County Register of Wills page.
Jo Wanda Strickland-Lucas
Additional Information
Democratic
Committee Name: JoWanda Strickland Lucas for Register of Wills
Address: PO Box 142
Aberdeen, MD 21001-
Phone: (443) 504-3640
Email: jowanda.lucas@yahoo.com
Social: www.facebook.com/jo4row
JoWanda Strickland-Lucas (also styled as Jo Wanda Strickland-Lucas or Jowanda Strickland-Lucas) is a resident of Aberdeen, Harford County, Maryland, actively involved in local Democratic politics and community service.
Key Details
- Age and Residence: Approximately 69–70 years old (born around February 1956). She lives in Aberdeen, MD (associated addresses include Old Stepney Road and P.O. Box 142).
- Education: Attended Howard University.
Political Involvement
- Harford County Democratic Central Committee: Serves as Vice Chair. The committee promotes Democratic candidates, registers voters, and addresses local issues in Harford County.
- 2022 Campaign: Ran as a Democrat for Harford County Register of Wills. She won the Democratic primary unopposed and faced Republican Derek K. Hopkins in the general election on November 8, 2022 (specific results not detailed in available sources; she did not win the office).
- She has been listed among Harford County Democratic candidates and participants in party activities, including voter encouragement efforts.
Community Service
- Board Member, Inner County Outreach (ICO), a faith-based nonprofit in Aberdeen, MD, that supports families with educational, social, and health needs.
Other Notes
- She has been involved in local government-related meetings, such as Harford County Development Advisory Committee discussions.
- Public records show prior legal matters, including bankruptcy appeals and civil litigation (e.g., involving mortgage issues), handled as a self-represented litigant in some cases.
This profile is compiled from publicly available sources like Ballotpedia, Harford County Democratic Committee sites, election records, and nonprofit pages. No detailed personal biography or extensive media coverage was found beyond her local political and community roles. For the most current information, check official Harford County or Maryland election sites.
