George John Sopko

George John Sopko obituary, North Royalton, OH

George John Sopko

George Sopko Obituary

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GEORGE J. SOPKO, age 92 of North Royalton. Beloved husband of Irene Sopko (nee Lemza) for 71 plus years. Devoted father of Gregory Sopko (Elizabeth), Lynne Meyer (deceased) (Philip), Janice Chihill (Tony), Robert Sopko (Judy), JoAnne Moore (Brian) and Suzanne Conn (Bill); loving grandfather of Michael Chihill, Melissa Kellogg (Scott), Mario Chihill (Carrie), Tony Chihill (Beth), Kayleigh Anzalone (Tony), Brenton Sopko, Kassidy Sopko, Michelle and Daniel Moore, Nicholas and Grant Conn; great-grandfather of Hayden, Hayley, Dylan and Tyler Kellogg, Carter Chihill, Madelyn, Connor and Olivia Chihill, Camden and Emersyn Anzalone; dear brother of Dorothy Caro (Angelo, deceased) and the following deceased: Steve Sopko (Adele, deceased) and Elizabeth Burke (Bob, deceased). George was a dedicated Cleveland Firefighter for over 30 years. Proud WWII Navy Veteran, Cleveland Boy Scout Troop 151 leader and member of the Hosta Society. Passed away peacefully with his loving wife by his side on Thursday, March 28, 2019. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142, [email protected] or Kindred Hospice, 4401 Rockside Road, Unit 214, Independence, OH 44131, 216-642-1297. www.kindredhealthcare.com; GATHERING AT THE BABITT-BUSCH FUNERAL HOME, 9350 RIDGE ROAD, NORTH ROYALTON ON SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 2019 FROM 4:00 PM UNTIL THE TIME OF PRAYERS AT 8:00 PM. Private Interment with Military Honors at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Seville, Ohio. Cremation by Busch Crematory. 440-237-4569 www.buschcares.com

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Alexander Damius

May 6, 2022

Me and George were great buddies in school! I cant believe how far he has come from school. A firefighter for over 30 years, what an amazing man. Much condolences

Keith Marquardt

April 7, 2019

My sincere sympathies to the Sopko family. I was a member of that Boy Scout Troop long ago. I'm now 71 yrs.old. Mr Sopko taught us numerous life lessons that were instrumental in our transition from boys to young men that would be remembered for a life time. Among were to "be prepared, faithful, honest and trustworthy". He was our hero - a fireman and our troop leader. Happy memories of our trips to East Harbor every summer - Jamboree's at the Brecksville Reservation. Of course the smile on his face and the glint in his eyes. A great man - may he rest in peace.

Ed Whatley

April 5, 2019

Condolences to the Sopko Family.

Reynaldo Tovar

April 1, 2019

My sincere condolence to the Sopko family. I first met George when I was 11. I was a part-time-after-school working kid who sold vegetables at the "Central Market" back in the early 60s. I really, really admired George. He was a fire fighter and himself working part-time at the market. I had the opportunity to connect with George years later after I joined CFD. I, now also retired from CFD, will always remember George: My hero, my inspirer and my friend.

Paula & Ellie Keenum

April 1, 2019

Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.

Jo Carl

April 1, 2019

Irene and Family, I'll always remember George's great smile and personality. My dreepest synpathy to you at this sad time. Cherish the memories.
Jo Carl

Tiffany Truman

March 30, 2019

Prayers to your family ❤❤❤

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