Oakland Woman Is Mom Of The Year

OAKLAND, NJ — We asked you to nominate a mother who you feel should be Oakland Patch's Mom Of The Year in honor of Mother's Day.

Christopher Hopf nominated his mother, Kathleen and shared her story.

Happy Mother's Day, Kathleen.

"For as long as I can remember, my mother has been the strongest person I know. She raised three kids,(myself and my younger sister and brother) and believe me, we weren’t the easiest children to raise. But no matter what the situation, she always kept her faith, pushed forward and dealt with the situation how she saw fit. She has always been a strong role model for us as kids, and anyone who comes in contact with her. She is my rock and, I don’t know where I would be without her."

Photo: The Hopf family. (Courtesy of the Hopf family)