Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Raymond Hopple Obituary
Raymond Lee Hopple, 83, of Mechanicsburg, entered into his Heavenly Home on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2013, at Manor Care in Carlisle.
He was a 62 year member of Shepherdstown United Methodist Church; American Legion Post 109 of Mechanicsburg; CPCA Square Dance Callers Association; and a life member of VFW Post 6771 of Dillsburg. Mr. Hopple served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He enjoyed Dominoes, pitching horseshoes, bowling, camping, square dancing and especially spending time with the family.
Raymond is survived by his loving wife, Louetta (Goshorn) Hopple, whom he married on Mar. 28, 1953 and shared more than 60 years of marriage; his children, Ray (Mary) Hopple of York, Barry (Mandy) Hopple of Mechanicsburg and Denise Knisley (Carl) of Dillsburg; six grandchildren, Justin Knisley of Franklintown, Kristan (Trevor) Culver of Dillsburg, Lance Corporal Kalin Knisley of Beauford, SC, Brittney (Mike) Davis of Winterville, GA, Heather (Vic) Hopple of Port Charlotte, FL, and Lee Hopple of Mechanicsburg; three great-grandchildren, Mason and Lucas Culver of Dillsburg and Jacob Hopple of Port Charlotte, FL; one brother Ed (Dot) Hopple of Mechanicsburg; one sister, Min Noel of Carlisle; one foster daughter, Nancy Swailes of FL and her children; 32 nieces and nephews; and several great-nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Roy, Ben and John; two sisters, Edith Miller and Ruth Myers; and one great-grandson, Gage Davis.
A memorial service will be held Thursday, Dec. 26, 11 a.m., at the Church of God, 602 McLand Dr., Mt. Holly Springs, PA 17065.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made the Louetta Hopple Fund, Members 1st Federal Credit Union, 3512 Market St., Camp Hill, PA 17011.
Arrangements by Auer Cremation Services of Pennsylvania, Inc.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Raymond Hopple
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Raymond Hopple's name
Memorial Events
for Raymond Hopple
How to support Raymond's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Raymond Hopple's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
