Patterson, California
1933 - 2020
George Lewis Klopping
Jun 9, 1933 - Oct 17, 2020
George Lewis Klopping, 87 of Patterson passed away Saturday, October 17th at Patterson Care Home in Patterson.
Mr. Klopping was born in Patterson and was a life-long resident. After his discharge from the Army in 1964, George returned to Patterson. He followed in his father's footsteps by working in the family farming business, which his father began in 1921. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and traveling. He was instrumental in beginning the Apricot Fiesta. He was a member of Masonic Lodge, Shriners, Northern California Scholarship, Cal Berkeley Scholarship, American Legion, Twenty-year member of the Patterson Volunteer Fireman, Patterson Pride Scholarship, Chamber of Commerce, Westside Shrine Club and Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Mr. Klopping is survived by his wife of 63 years, Ruth Klopping of Patterson; sons, Mike Klopping of Stockton and Ralph Klopping of Turlock; grandchildren John Klopping, Regina Klopping and Eric Klopping and great-grandchildren, Benjamin and Henry Klopping.
A Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm followed by a Rosary at 6:00 pm, Sunday, October 25th at Hillview Funeral Chapel in Patterson. A Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 am on Monday, October 26th at Patterson District Cemetery in Patterson.
Donations may be made to: Father Connors Endowment Fund, P.O. Box 1174, Patterson, CA 95363, Shriners Hospital for Children, 2425 Stockton Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95817 or Alzheimer's Association, 1455 Response Road, Suite 190, Sacramento, CA 95815.
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I was one of George´s oldest friends in Patterson in early 1940. I learned about his passing on a Rhine voyage, just now. Rest In Peace, Dear Old Friend
Jim Grisez
December 06, 2021 | Friend
Of all our Dad’s friends, George was our favorite.
Whenever he came to visit, he always visited with us girls,
played with us, and was a good sport putting up with our antics. We have many fond memories of visits, parties, and ski trips with the Klopping family. Sending our love to Ruth, Michael, Ralph and their family’s.
Love,
The Williams Girls
Melissa (Missy)
Wendy and Cindi
Cindi Grafton (Williams)
November 13, 2020 | Woodland, CA | Friend
George was an Awsome gentleman! We are so lucky to have met him, he welcomed us to the Patterson community with open arms. We will miss him so much. Ruth i pray for you and hope all your beautiful memories hold you in comfort you.
Love Raul and Chachi
Adeline and Raul Aguilera
October 25, 2020 | Patterson, CA | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
ROBERT AND HELEN WONG
October 23, 2020 | Friend