Alvin Zoppa Obituary

Mr. Alvin R. Zoppa, age 85, of Grand Rapids Veteran of WWII went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 17, 2012. He was preceded in death by his son, Allen R. Zoppa, daughter Mary Ann and several brothers and sisters. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Marion E. Zoppa (Bumstead), children: June (Scott) Pellerito, Diane (Tim) Winowiecki, Nancy (Karl) Kooinega, four grandsons: Raymond Verbeck, Anthony Pellerito, Cameron and Nathan Rich, three great grandchildren, sister Laura Belka, nieces and nephews, relatives and friends. Al enjoyed reupholstering and refinishing furniture for family and friends. He was a retiree of Knape and Vogt. He was a member of St. Anthony of Padua where A Mass of Christian Burial and Committal will be celebrated Wednesday at 11:00 am. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. His family will receive visitors Wednesday from 10:00-11:00 am at the church. Memorial contributions to St. Anthony Church or the Parkinsons Association will be appreciated.

Published by Grand Rapids Press on Nov. 20, 2012.
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marion@family you are in our heart and prayers at this time.from karen on behalf Ray and Bonnie Kalkofen

November 24, 2012

Marion, you are in our prayers. So sorry to hear about Al

Diane Spruit Obermeyer

November 22, 2012

Dear June and Family,
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

In Love, Donna, Stephanie and Andrea VanderMolen

Donna VanderMolen

November 21, 2012

Marion, On behalf of the Hamelink Family, we would like to extend our deepest sympathies. You and Al were very close to our parents throughout the years sharing Polka's and card games.
Bill
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November 21, 2012

I'm very sorry for you loss.

Patti Fey

November 20, 2012

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering your family during this time.

Bernadette Spruit-DeVries

November 20, 2012

June, We are praying for you and your family. Grace and Peace.

Jon and Mary Kay Borisch

November 20, 2012

The entire extended Sietsema family has such fond memories of Uncle Al, particularly his Santa role. What joy he brought to so many. Niece Elaine

November 20, 2012

June ..

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My prays are with you during this time.

Doug Luurs

November 20, 2012

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