Photo courtesy of Chambers Funeral Homes - Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio
Nov 26, 1930 – Oct 12, 2020 (Age 89)
NICHOLAS R. POPOVICH, M.D., age 89, beloved husband of Geraldine (nee Hirkala) and the late Virginia (nee Vasu); father of Nicholas E. (deceased), Suzanne Adele, Mary Kim Howland (Chris), Timothy G., Christian M. and Kathleen Holtzman (Topher); proud grandfather of eight; great-grandfather of four; beloved brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle of many. Dr. Popovich was a pediatrician for over 37 years at Fairview Hospital and also in private practice. U.S.A.F. veteran. Passed away unexpectedly October 12, 2020. Relatives and friends are invited to meet for his Funeral Mass Saturday, October 17, St. Bernadette Church (2256 Clague Rd., Westlake) at 10 A.M. (face masks required) Entombment St. Joseph Cemetery (Avon). In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to St. Augustine Church, 2486 W. 14th St. Cleveland, Ohio 44113 or Providence House, 2050 W. 32nd St. Cleveland, Ohio 44113.
Read MoreKind and compassionate physician. As my siblings grew older he remembered us and was happy to see us. He will always be remembered by our family.
Mary Peterson
November 06, 2021 | Other
Nick was a JMHS classmate of mine, and we all knew he would excel in whatever his chosen field would be. Happy seeing him at Reunions. Blessings to his family.
Sue O'Day Joens
October 23, 2020 | Classmate
Geri,
My deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of Nicholas. His endearing personality will be my lasting memory of a fine man. It was such an honor to have known him over the past 25 years. I can only imagine what love and joy he spread his many years as a pediatrician. He leaves such a large footprint in this world with his care of so many children.
Thomas Haggerty
October 21, 2020 | Fairview Park, OH | Friend
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Bea Wegling
October 16, 2020 | Rocky River, OH
A prayer that Jesus stand beside you and comfort you with His unfailing love. May Dr. Popovich rest in the peace of the Lord.
Michele Heinz
October 16, 2020 | NC | Friend
Dear Gerry and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Nick's passing. I met him in 1978 when he was Joey's pediatrician and then Robby's in 1982. He found Joey's heart murmur when he was 9 weeks old and sent us to Rainbow B & C immediately. The cardiologist really praised him for picking up his VSD.
He was there for every ear ache, strep and an emergency hospital admission. Forever grateful for his knowledge and wonderful care to my sons and kindness to me. Then in 2007 we became...
Bettina Nugent
October 15, 2020 | Neighbor
Dr Popovich was my son, Paul's pedestrian. He is now 29. Dr Popovich was kind, patient and passionate for the well being of children. I will always remember as a first time Mom, the first thing he would do, is have me sit down. He would say " this might be your only chance in the day to sit down". He always reassured me I was doing a good. Will always remember his smile & genuine warmth. A blessing he lived to 89. Sorry for your loss.
CHRISTIE KILBANE-WIEDT
October 15, 2020 | Westlake, OH | Acquaintance
Geri and Kathy,
John and I are so sorry to learn about Nick’s sudden death. Only sweet, kind and loving memories come flooding in from the moment ALL of you took care of our babes, Kate and Sarah. My heart breaks for all of you. Each of you holds a special place in our hearts. God bless Dr. Popovich. God bless all of you.
Peace and love, John and Karen Seavers.
Karen Seavers
October 14, 2020 | Westlake, OH | Friend
Thankyou Dr Popovich for taking such good care of our Daughter Jennifer Baker Taylor 1980 and our Son Brandon Baker 1982 right after they were born in 1982 at FGH
Will be forever grateful
God Bless you and your Family always
Jill Baker
October 14, 2020 | Friend