MICHAEL SOPKO

MICHAEL SOPKO obituary, Hobart, IN

MICHAEL SOPKO

MICHAEL SOPKO Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jun. 1 to Jun. 2, 2018.
Michael Sopko HOBART, IN-Michael Sopko Michael Sopko, age 71, of Hobart, IN passed away peacefully at VNA Hospice on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 . Mike was a loving dad and grandpa, as well as a retired lineman and supervisor for NIPSCO. He was an avid bass fisherman, mushroom hunter, lifelong Brickie and Cubs fan. Mike is survived by his five children: Steven (Kim ) Sopko of Alexandria, VA; Michelle (Kevin) Markert of Marengo, IL; Laura Sopko (Brian Cox) of Hobart, IN; Lisa (Dan) Smith of San Diego, CA; and Michael (Amanda) Sopko of Chesterton, IN. Mike is also survived by his eight grandchildren: Katie Markert (Dylan Longley), Tyler Markert; Benjamin, Jason, Mayson, and Easton Sopko; Bode and Coby Smith. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mike and Gertrude Sopko. Per his final wishes, Mike’s children will be holding a private celebration of life at Teal Point Resort on Lake Norfork in Arkansas, where he has been fishing for the past 50 years. His grandkids know that whenever they see a full moon, their Grandpa Mike is throwing a single spin and catching the biggest bass in the whole world!

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June 26, 2018

E. Faye Paulding posted to the memorial.

June 20, 2018

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June 7, 2018

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E. Faye Paulding

June 26, 2018

Joanie, I was saddened to hear of Mike's passing. I pray you find comfort in your memories, & the knowledge, you did all humanly possible, for your beloved Mike.
I'll always remember his quick-wit, & his sponsoring our adult beverages, for our limo ride, to celebrate Glo's 50th birthday! :-) I loved working with you, & Mike. I look forward to seeing you, in the near future, for lunch, or dinner!
Love & hugs to you, & your family!
God Bless, & Keep You, dear friend. <3

June 20, 2018

Laura,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May your father rest in peace knowing the love that you have for him.

Linda Buzinec

June 7, 2018

I am sorry to hear of your loss. My sincere condolences to Michaels family and friends. He was a hard worker and a very nice person.

Karen Swartzlander Yarsh

June 1, 2018

Sorry to hear of Mike's death. Many memories of our teenage years. My thoughts are with the family.

Gayle McCray

June 1, 2018

I am so sorry to hear about Mike's death. He was one of a kind and loved by many. I worked with Mike and for Mike and we were good friends. I truly admired him. He was definitely one of my favorites. My condolences to Mike's family. He will always be "special" to me.........

Jay Kuckuck

June 1, 2018

Condolences to the Spoke family

Mike was a special guy,always great to work with. So many "Lineman" stories that I will never forget, some funny and others halarous. Never a dull moment.
RIP Mike
Gone from here but never forgotten.

June 1, 2018

rest in peace Mike, knowing your loving children will be keeping your memory alive with every cast they make or every ball that gets thrown.. love you Phil and Cindy rubino

Ann Coleman 2916

June 1, 2018

Michelle, you and your family are in my prayers. For Heaven has received another angel, your father accepted his invitation to the Elite Fisherman Club, where the fishes have wings. For your father mastered the art of fishing and God felt it best to call him to another fishing place, where the fish dance in the moonlight. There your father can fish all night long as he watches over you all.

Chris and Kris Ondo

June 1, 2018

May you cherish every single moment you enjoyed with your dad. He left a legacy and his memory will live on forever. You and your family have our deepest sympathies.

JILLIAN Albrecht

June 1, 2018

Laura,
We are thinking and praying for you during this difficult time. Keep remembering the great memories of your dad and he will always be with you. Love, Doug & Jill

Mr. Bob and Mary Rogers

June 1, 2018

Was sad to see the death of Mike. My thoughts and prayers to Lisa, Laura, Michael and Linda.

Diane Stanfield

June 1, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Amanda! <3

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