In Memory
Ronald Eugene Popp - Class Of 1961
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Jack:
Here's information regarding Ron Popp that I received from his brother Jerry:
Ron did pass away on 5/4/72(was Kentucky Derby Day). He worked at the Coca Cola plant on Mishawaka Ave. prior to entering the NAVY. He also worked at Robertson's Department Store. While in the NAVY one of his locations was Guantanamo Bay, Cuba when the missile crisis was going on. After the NAVY he worked at Bendix and Reese Mfg. in Elkhart. He married Janet Butler. I think they married in 1967. He enjoyed the outdoors especially fishing and was active in the church they attended with some of the youth groups.
Best,
Jim Martz
Ronald Eugene Popp
Jun. 4, 1942 - May 6, 1972
Published in the South Bend Tribune on Monday, May 8, 1972.
Published in the South Bend Tribune on Sunday, May 7, 1972.
Source: Ancestry.com, Newspapers.com
05/27/2024 DEC
06/22/2021 DEC
Ronald Eugene Popp
| BIRTH |
Indiana, USA
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|---|---|
| DEATH | 6 May 1972 (aged 29)
South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana, USA
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| BURIAL | South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana, USA |
| PLOT | Section G |
| MEMORIAL ID | 164153295 View Source |
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/164153295/ronald-eugene-popp
Jack Davis (1961)
Wow, that was very young for a heart attack. I'm very sorry to hear of Ron's death, especially so very young.
Ronald Moyer (1961)
I was not well acquainted with Ron Pop, but am very sorry to hear of his untimely passing. Blessings to his wife and family. After reading his brief obit, it may be more accurate to say he collapsed and was unable to be resuscitated, cause of death uncertain. It could have been a heart attack, but it also could have been the sudden rupture of an aneurysm in his brain or a stroke. I am sorry to learn of hs passing so belatedly. Makes it harder for us to accept his premature passing and to express condolences to his family. RIP, Ron.
George H. Winkelmann (1961)
I am also saddened to read of Ron Popp's untimely passing. We were not close friends, but I do remember passing him in the hallowed halls of JAHS. I'm always touched by the thoughts of what might have been, when someone passes at such a young age. I'm certain it was a blow to his young wife and his family. Another Eagle has flown into the clouds. May God bless us one and all!!!