Ben Callan Bopp

Ben Callan Bopp obituary, Eugene, OR

Ben Bopp Obituary

Ben Callan Bopp
1942 ~ 2014
Ben Callan Bopp, beloved husband, father, and friend passed away suddenly at the age of 71 on January 7, 2014 while wintering in Indio, CA. Ben, an avid outdoors-man throughout his life, loved spending time with his family. He especially enjoyed hunting with his sons, fishing and camping with all, attending his grandson's sporting events with his daughter, and traveling the world with his beloved wife. He was also an avid race walker, and began competing in marathons at the age of 55. On his 65th birthday, the self proclaimed "Mr. Marvelous", whose laugh was recognized by all, completed his 65th marathon. At the time of his death, he had completed 83 marathons, well on his way to his goal of 100.
Ben is survived by his wife ReNae, son Richard and wife Michelle, daughter Cyndi and grandsons Connor and Matthew, son Phil and wife Carol, and his sister Carol Cowan.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday January 25th at 11:00am at Grace Lutheran Church located at 710 E 17th Ave in Eugene, OR. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to LIFE Lutheran School.

Published by Idaho Statesman on Jan. 16, 2014.
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So sorry to hear of Mr. Bopp's passing. May the God of all comfort be near to you. We did not know you well but will pray for you. We went to Grace for awhile.

Lorilee Mundfrom

January 27, 2014

We were so sorry to hear of Ben's passing. He had a great sense of humor and was a great neighbor. Our prayers and love are with you.

John and Carol Hallberg

January 24, 2014

I am sorry to hear about Ben's passing. Our paths crossed often in our years with Trus Joist, and I always enjoyed working with him.

Pete Aman

January 18, 2014

We were so sorry to hear of Ben's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Gloria (Schiemer) Hughes

January 18, 2014

ReNae Very sorry for your loss. It is difficult to accept the class of 65 has reached this time in life.

Bob Mowrer

January 18, 2014

Dear ReNae and Family;
We are shocked and saddened to hear of Ben's passing. Our thoughts and prayers will be you tonight. We had so much fun together when you lived here and we will reflect on those times over the next days and the gang will to I am sure. Our prayers are with you and the family. Ken and Ann Herman

January 16, 2014

So sorry to hear of Mr. Bopp's passing. Thinking of you all.

Jennifer Herman

January 16, 2014

We are so sorry to hear about Bens passing, our thoughts and are with all of you at this time and in the months to come.

Shelley Eddy (Herman)

January 16, 2014

I've known Ben all my life - our families were great friends. I'm happy to hear that his life has been so full, but so sorry to hear of his passing. My deepest sympathy to his family.

Zoe Anne Cabe

January 16, 2014

So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Greg and Cathy Schmidt

Cathy Schmidt

January 16, 2014

Allen and I remember Ben well. He was such a wonderful man and fun to be around. So sorry to hear of his passing. ReNae we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers!!!

Betty & Allen Phillips

January 16, 2014

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