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John Kopicki Obituary
John Paul Kopicki, 44, of Kingston, passed away unexpectedly Monday, Oct. 17, 2022, at his home.
John Paul was a 1997 graduate of Bishop O'Reilly High School. He was a 2001 graduate of Simmons School of Mortuary Science. He continued the family tradition and worked with his grandfather and father at AJ Kopicki Funeral home.
John Paul was an extraordinarily kind, gentle, humble man with a keen sense of humor who was known equally for both his bear hugs and one-liners. He had a way with words and always knew just the right thing to say. To know JP was to know loyalty beyond words. He was there for anyone, any four legged animal in need or even a stranger.
His family, faith and friends were a cherished part of his world. Spending time with his family and his dogs, Jasper and Sammy, was his favorite pastime. He was a rock for his siblings, who knew he was just a text or phone call away when they needed him.
When he wasn't spending time with family or Jasper and Sammy, he enjoyed many hobbies which included golf, Halloween decorating with his best friend, Dave, cheering on the Philadelphia Phillies, the Buffalo Bills and Penn State.
He was passionate about helping others and volunteered at his church, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, any way he could.
John Paul is survived by his parents, Carol Buss, Forty Fort, and Mark Kopicki, Kingston; siblings, Megan Marx (John Marx), Kelsey Wolsieffer (Kyle Coslett), Luke Buss, Joseph and Daniel Kopicki.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, John and Anna Mae Potomis, and Clare and Paul Kopicki; and stepfather, Mark Buss.
The family will receive friends and relatives from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Kopicki Funeral Home, 263 Zerbey Ave., Kingston. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, Swoyersville. Interment in Denison Cemetery will follow.
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Paul and Tamara Carter
December 12, 2022
Our Thoughts and Prayers to the Kopicki Family. John Paul will be missed dearly by the whole family and community.
John Cordora
December 6, 2022
Just learned about the passing of John. A very kind man , from a very good family. My deepest sympathy and prayers.
Sue (Klecha) O´Donnell
November 26, 2022
Carol & Mark- I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Max Kotarski
October 30, 2022
Mark and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Max Kotarski and Family
David Yamrus
October 29, 2022
Mark and family....sending lots of love your way....
Joseph Gialanella
October 27, 2022
Mark and family. So sorry for your loss and what you all are going through.
Prayers for John and your loved ones.
Debbie Conaway
October 27, 2022
MARK- SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS SAD TIME. THE CONAWAY FAMILY, DICK, RIC AND DEBBIE
Hope Zenda
October 24, 2022
His face was a warm and welcoming greeting at St.Elizabeth Ann Seton.
Rest in Heavenly peace.
The Chopick Family
October 24, 2022
Mark, Megan & The Kopicki Family,
We are so deeply sorry to hear of JP´s passing.
Bob & Lisa Kardish
October 24, 2022
Mark Bobby and I are sorry to for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Our thoughts and prayers and deep sympathy at this time. May he rest in peace.
Paul Klecha
October 24, 2022
So sorry to hear of your loss. Unfortunately I was not able to attend the week and or Funeral I was out of town. A real shock Paul Klecha
James P Lenahan
October 24, 2022
Mark and Family,
Very sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family.
Jim and Julie Lenahan, Milwaukee, WI
-- Sharon McDonnell
October 24, 2022
To Carol, Mark...and all of JP's family.
The words written above that express who John Paul was couldn't be any truer.
By God's grace, I have come to know the depths of who John Paul was, and that has been a gift to me. He lived a life of unwavering compassion for both people and animals...that wasn't some of the time, not even most of the time -- it's simply who he was.
His loss leaves me broken-hearted, and it will undoubtedly leave a tremendous void on this earth. But if you know JP, you know he didn't live his life for his loved one's to be left in pain.
May your hearts be filled with the peace and love he so wanted for all of you. I pray that will be of some comfort.
Rest peacefully, my friend.
MIKE MICHAELS
October 24, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Malissa Bonk
October 23, 2022
We are so deeply sorry for the loss of John Paul. He was such a kind and thoughtful man. Our prayers are with the Kopicki and Buss family. May he Rest In Peace.
-Kraynak/Bonk family
Patti Carey Urbanovitch
October 23, 2022
Dear Carol, Mark, Megan, Kelsey, and Luke, and to the entire Kopicki, Potomis families, to JP´s friends, My heart is broken for your loss, there are no words, prayers of strength and support go out to you. I have so much gratitude for having known such a beautiful young man. With deep sympathy . May your happiest memories sustain you.
John & Denise Tomasura
October 23, 2022
Wishing you our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Susan and Kurt Santayana
October 23, 2022
Dear Mark and Family, We are so sad to hear about the passing of Mark, he was a wonderful young man. I remember his bright smile from both volleyball and your business. May God bless him and give your family strength during this difficult time.
Bob and Helen Cragle
October 23, 2022
Mark and family. Helen and Bob are so sorry for your loss.
Ed and Kathy Walton
October 22, 2022
Mark, Megan & Family,
We are deeply sorry to hear of JP´s passing. Your loss is felt by everyone who knew JP. He will truly be missed.
Amy Patton
October 22, 2022
Sending love and light to the Kopicki family at this difficult time. JP was my neighbor for 20 years and and always was generous with his time and kind words. Truly a gentle, humble soul.
James O´Donnell Jr.
October 22, 2022
Mark & family, so sorry for your loss!! So sorry my friend!
James O´Donnell Jr.
Stuffick Family
October 22, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
All our love and prayers, The Sott Family
October 22, 2022
Dear Mark and Family: We are so very sorry for your loss of John Paul. He was such a great young man. Always so much fun in our Volleyball days. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Please reach out if we can do anything.
Michael Thomas & Nancy Mondy
October 22, 2022
Dear Mark & The Entire Kopicki Family. We are so sorry to hear about John Paul. What a gentle soul taken from this world way to soon. All of our condolences and prayers are sent your way at this most difficult time. Sincerely, Michael & Nancy Mondy
Donna Martin-Langtry
October 21, 2022
Dear Mark and family,
My husband and I lost our only child, our daughter Cassie, a beautiful 24 year old, 21 months ago. We know there are really no words of comfort that can truly ease your pain at this time. Know that I will keep you in my
prayers hoping that peace can find its way into your hearts.
The Shafer Family
October 21, 2022
Mark and family, we're so sorry for your loss. We've known you as neighbors for many years and will keep John Paul in our memories and prayers.
Mrs. Suzanne Hall and family
October 21, 2022
Dear Mark and family, I am so very sorry for the loss of John Paul. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Julie Morris
October 21, 2022
Mark and Family , John Paul was great ,caring, and always with a smile. He will be added to my prayer list . Can´t believe it Julie Morris More like family then a friend.
Jocelyn Hook
October 21, 2022
Mark and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. May J P rest in peace and God bless you.
Jerry and Jocelyn Hook and family
Carolann Puk
October 21, 2022
Dear Mark,
So very sorry about John Paul. I know you shared a special bond. May your memories give you comfort during this difficult time.
Maura Ondis
October 21, 2022
Dear Mark and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Words cannot express the depths of my sympathy for you. May the Lord give you strength and peace in the days ahead.
Paul & Lisa Tomasura
October 21, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Our deepest condolences, and may God comfort your family in this time of sorrow.
Connie & Mike Vecerkauskas, VA
October 21, 2022
Dear Mark and family, So sorry for your loss. May you find strength within your wonderful family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Connie & Mike Vecerkauskas
Pat and Mike Nusbaum
October 21, 2022
We are devastated to hear of your loss. Many times you have helped us with our family losses. This is much more than you should have to bear. We pray for the Lord to give you comfort and help you through.
Pat and Mike Nusbaum
The Shusta Family
October 21, 2022
To the Kopicki Family,
There are no words to offer in this horrible time, other than that we are praying for you and are so incredibly sorry for the loss of John Paul. He was a gentle, kind soul and made this world a better place.
Please accept our deepest condolences.
Rest in Peace John Paul
Camellia Kondratick
October 21, 2022
Omg Mark.....Im BEYOND sorry for your loss.Im in shock.Prayers to you and yours
Mark Sopp
October 21, 2022
So very sorry for your loss Mark.....
Tracy Cox
October 21, 2022
Mark and family, I am so sorry to hear of John Pauls passing. He is with the best of them now. God bless you all. Many prayers
Kathleen
October 21, 2022
To the Kopicki family.....I am so very sorry for your loss... My son Larry and I lived down the street from the funeral home and he would always stop by when the garage door was open to say hi....John Paul was very kind to Larry and always waved hello to us when he walked his dog by our home.
Terry Martin
October 21, 2022
Dear Mark & Family, Truly heartbroken to see this. A true gentleman and a young man who would make any parent proud. My deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers to you at this very sad time
Terry Martin
Rebecca Reed
October 21, 2022
Dear Mark and Family, I am so, so sorry to hear this news about John Paul. Please know that you are in my prayers. May you have strength and peace in the days to come.
Jim and Sandy Tomasura and Family
October 21, 2022
Mark and Family,
Sorry to hear of the passing of AJ.
You and your family are in our prayers.
MaryLynn Olenik
October 21, 2022
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. No amount of words can express the pain you are going through. Sending love and prayers for all of you
Mike Berish
October 21, 2022
Mark our deepest heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May God be with you.
Mike & Ann Berish
Judy Skibitsky Tanner
October 21, 2022
Mark and family, I have no words to express how sorry I am. All your loving memories will be a constant comfort. So sorry.
-- Sharon McDonnell
October 21, 2022
To Carol...and all of JP's family.
The words written here to express who John Paul was couldn't be any truer.
By God's grace, I have come to know the depths of who John Paul was, and that has been a gift to me. He lived a life of unwavering compassion for both people and animals...that wasn't some of the time, not even most of the time -- it's simply who he was.
His loss leaves me broken-hearted, and it leaves a tremendous void on this earth. But if you know JP, you know he didn't live his life for his loved one's to be left in pain. Quite the contray, in fact.
I am so very sorry for his loss, and I wish his family the peace and love he so would have wanted for all of you.
I pray that will be of some comfort.
Michael R. Nye
October 20, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. I went to Simmons and Graduated with JP truly a great Man and Friend he truly will be missed. May God hold him in the palm of his hand...
Carol Carroll
October 20, 2022
Heartfelt condolences to you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ted and Dianne Ruch
October 20, 2022
Dearest Mark, Dan, Joe, Kelsey, and family,
Words cannot truly express how sorry we are for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Ted, Dianne, Matt, and Steve Ruch and families
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