Petersburg, Virginia
Pope, John Richard Dick 88, of Saint Louis, MO peacefully went to be with the Lord on Febru- ary 6, 2019. Born in Petersburg, VA to Fannie Elizabeth (nee Smith) and Joseph Thomas Pope Sr. Served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Mr. Pope met his future wife, Sylvia, a fellow...
Read MoreSadden to learn of Mr. Pope's passing, he was a great teacher . I respected him like a dad. He wanted his students to excel and was a great mentor. He taught me history at work study high school where he preached to pursue our education I contribute his mentoring to receiving my Doctorate degree in Philosophy . Rest in Peace Mr Pope.
Jennifer Williams-Williams
March 07, 2025
I miss John every day, those great stories and fellowship. His legacy will always be everlasting. Thank you sir, job well done.
Vernell VW Whitehead
February 04, 2025 | School
I was saddened to learn of John's passing. I'm sure he will be missed, and was comforted by the loving support of his family and friends. Please accept my deepest condolences.
My sympathies,
Charles Amen
February 11, 2019
I was saddened to learn of Melvyn's passing. I'm sure he will be missed, and was comforted by the loving support of his family and friends. Please accept my deepest condolences.
My sympathies,
Charles Amen
February 11, 2019
John Pope was a pillar of the Kentucky State University Gateway Chapter. He was a big part of the huge success we had with the Gateway Classic Football. I am going to miss my fellow alumni and my friend. Rest easy 'Sir', job well done.
Vernell Whitehead
February 10, 2019 | St. Louis, MO
