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Stephen Popiel Obituary

Stephen J. Popiel, 60, passed away on Friday, February 8, 2008 at Yuma Regional Medical Center. He was born in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho on January 17, 1948. He had a private business in Yuma, an Auto Body Restoration, from which he retired. Stephen was a heart transplant recipient since 1992.

He was a devoted father, husband, and grandfather. He loved life and enjoyed sitting quietly outside in thought. Stephen's hobbies included classic cars, antique guns, and listening to rock-n-roll music.

Stephen is survived by his wife, Maria Elvia Popiel; four children; and nine grandchildren, all of Yuma. He was preceded in death by his father, Steve Popiel and mother, Ella Mae Popiel. Visitation took place at Johnson Mortuary on February 13, 2008. Services were at St. Francis of Assisi on Thursday, February 14; burial followed at Desert Lawn Memorial Park.

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Published by Sun from Feb. 13 to Feb. 20, 2008.

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