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John H. Cropper, 82, of Bethlehem, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2020, under the care of Lehigh Valley Hospice. He was the husband of Geraldine M. (Zakeski) Cropper for 60 years. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Howard and Rebecca (Krause) Cropper. A 1955 graduate of Liberty High School where he lettered in two sports, John attended the University of Virginia and Lafayette College. He was employed by Western Electric (ATT) for almost 30 years before retiring. John belonged to Holy Infancy Catholic Church where he sang in the choir for more than 30 years. An avid golfer, he enjoyed fishing with his wife and spending time with his grandchildren.
Surviving with his wife, Geraldine, are daughters, Ann D'Ambrosio of Sacramento, CA and Allison Wetzel of Bethlehem; and four grandchildren. He was predeceased by sister Joan Schneck and brother James.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at noon Saturday, January 11, in Holy Infancy Church followed by interment in Holy Saviour Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements, Pearson Funeral Home, Bethlehem.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Holy Infancy Church, 312 E. Fourth Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015. Online condolences may be sent to pearsonfh.com.
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Jack was a great guy-best friends with my older brother Tom Decker, (also Les Lazarowitz and Andy Maconi. (I think Jack lived on 10th Ave then, went to Nitschmann. He was great basketball player. He wrote me a great letter after the McCall wrote up a nice story about my foundation helping 3 orphanages in the Dominican Republic. RIP Jack Cropper
Charlie Decker
June 1, 2022
Cropper Family,
So sorry to hear abou the loss of your loved one.
I knew Jack from working over the Boulevard
over the years.
i did Maintenace in his areas and his was a
easy going Supervisor.
God Bless your Family,
Ed Eroh
January 14, 2020
Ann and Family,
You dad was such a nice guy! I know this must be a very hard time for you all but please know that you arena our thoughts with the hope that your memories and wonderful times together will carry you through sad times and make it less painful. All my love....
Sallie Smith
January 13, 2020
We remember with much fondness, the many fun times we shared with Jack and Geri. We saw him at his worse, but will let the good times overshadow the sad.We will surely miss him, but our memories will never fail. Rest in peace
Nan and Bill
January 12, 2020
To the entire Cropper Family. The Wasser family, mostly your buddy Joe, sends our deepest condolences at this difficult time. He was truly a wonderful man and a great friend to my dad through the many years at Western Electric. We will never forget your commitment to the John Wasser Memorial Golf Outing, which you attended every year. RIP Jack!
Leslie Gimbel (Wasser)
January 11, 2020
Dear Geri and Family
Please accept our heart felt sympathy on the lose of Jack. We have many fond memories of him he was a kind man
God bless and comfort you. Charlotte and Family
Charlotte Peters
January 10, 2020
I'll always remember and look back with fond memories of the times when Uncle Jack and I would play Atari 2600 for what seemed like hours and hours down in the rec room. I'd clobber him at Space Invaders and he would always come back for more! Always enjoyed the spirited debates and conversations about golf and hockey as well. RIP and we'll never forget the legend of "Jack The Ripper".
Mike D
January 9, 2020
Ann & Family:
So sorry to learn about you Dad. He was such a fun loving and out going guy. Lots of good memories from our days at Western Electric and on the basketball court. Hopefully your good memories will help you get through these difficult times.
Ed Walker
January 9, 2020
Jack was my first boss at AT&T Microelectronics. He was a wonderful man with great qualities. May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Denise Holota
January 9, 2020
To the family of jack:
Our most sincere condolences on your loss. We worked with jack at western electric/bell laboratories and have fond memories from northwest swim club. RIP Jack.
Sincerely, Harry and Lorraine Taylor
Harry and Lorraine Taylor
January 9, 2020
Uncle Jack was always the life of the party. Many great memories from family gatherings to fishing trips in Canada. You will be missed. Rest in peace.
Chris
January 9, 2020
We will miss you dearly, Uncle Jack. There are so many great memories from so many years. Rest well.
Scott
January 9, 2020
Mary Ann Zakeski
January 9, 2020
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