DONALD JOPP

Donald Raymond Jopp Was born December 12, 1921, in Longbranch, Washington, and died February 15, 2011, in Gig Harbor, Washington, after a short stay at Manor Care Nursing Home. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Jacquelyn Lauretta (Hinkleman) Jopp, on June 14, 2003. Also, preceding him in death were his parents, William and Olga Jopp, brothers Marcus and Cedric Jopp, and sister Carol Jones. He is survived by one brother, Lawrence (Susan) Jopp of Longbranch, WA, two sisters, Linda Armour of Longbranch, WA, and Alice (Vern) Wilson of Ellensburg, WA, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Don was born at home at the Jopp farm in Longbranch, WA. He served in the European Theatre, US Army, during World War II from February 1943 to November 1945 earning five battle stars. He fought in the Battle of the Bulge and the Normandy invasion. After the war, Don worked several years in Alaska and Guam. He was a member of the Operating Engineers Union and the Longbranch Improvement Club. Don and Jackie were married April 11, 1953. They resided at their home in Lakebay, WA, for the last 50 years. At Don's request, no services will be held.