David R. Popp, 83, a longtime Howard resident, died Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2012. He was born April 12, 1928, to Pearle (Pope) and Rudolph Popp. Dave grew up in High Falls, near Crivitz, and attended Wisconsin State College-Oshkosh, as it was known in the early 1950's. He earned his Master's Degree in Science from Michigan State University in 1964. It was in Oshkosh where he met and married Jean (Pomerening) Popp, his wife of 60 years until her death in 2010. After college he took a teaching position in his home town of Crivitz, and began his career of teaching high school biology and coaching. He coached varsity basketball at Crivitz. In 1963, he moved his family to Green Bay and taught and coached at Bay Port High School. Before his retirement, he worked as Assistant Superintendent for the Howard-Suamico School District. Dave was a very active member of the Howard-Suamico community and a member of Pilgrim Lutheran Church.

Survivors include four children and their spouses, Marjorie Popp, Santa Fe, N.M.; Timm and Cindi Popp, Milwaukee; Sue and Paul Kaster, Green Bay; Laurie and Ed Chevalier, Howard; five grandchildren, Andrew (Noelle) Kaster and their daughter, Dahlia; Adam Kaster (special friend, Samantha), Dylan (special friend, Jena), Eric and Alyson Chevalier; a sister, Ethel Martz, Marinette; a sister-in-law, Janet (Conrad) Kleveno, McLean, Va.; and a sister-in-law, Dolores Pomerening, Sacramento, Calif.; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean; his brother, Elmer; and a brother-in-law, Don Pomerening.

Friends may call at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 1731 St. Agnes Dr., from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday. The Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the church with the Rev. Scott Malme officiating. Burial of ashes will be in Lakeview Memorial Park, Oshkosh. Blaney Funeral Home is assisting the family. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.

A memorial fund has been established in Dave's name.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Green Bay Press-Gazette on Feb. 2, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for David Popp

21 Entries

Patty VandenBush

February 5, 2012

Sue,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad! He was such a wonderful and caring person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Patty (Steinfeldt) VandenBush

February 4, 2012

Dave was a wonderful Boss. He was kind, caring, and considerate. He put his trust in me as I started my new job. I will always remember him and I know he is enjoying Heaven! Dorothy McAllister

Kevin Rosenthal

February 4, 2012

My greatest memories of Uncle David are the many times he opened his home to family and friends in celebration of his brothers, Uncle Elmer, birthday. These family gatherings at his home are something I will remember forever in part because of his kindness and ability to make all who came feel welcome. I will miss you Uncle Dave!

Mike/Marsha Hoffmann

February 4, 2012

Laurie: So sorry to hear of your Dad's Passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

February 4, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I enjoyed so many visits with Dave over the many years as a members of the Optimist Club. Deepest Sympathy. Harold and Mary Peterson

John Pamperin

February 3, 2012

Mr. Popp was my basketball coach at Bay Port . I never played with the tenacity that would have met his expectation of me, but he never gave up.
This was a lesson in life that served me well, and I will never forget his patience with me. God Bless him and his family.

February 3, 2012

sorry for your loss

Pat & Linda Kimps

February 3, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. Dave was one of the few people we meet in life that changes ours. We will always remember him.

Patricia Gaura Jelen

February 3, 2012

Mr. Popp was a man of integrity. I always had a great deal of respect for him - his quiet confident leadership. Heaven has gained as a result of our loss. My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to his loved ones.

Ben & Mary Roloff

February 3, 2012

There are few people we encounter in life who are "special." Dave Popp was one of those for both Mary and myself. We will forever treasure a host of wonderful memories of a great friend, mentor, and confidant.

Julie Schoen

February 3, 2012

Condolences to the Popp family. Mr. Popp was my favorite teacher at Bay Port High. He was a great coach and person as well. Prayers and blessings to the family for their loss.

MaryKim Allen

February 3, 2012

Mr. Popp was my Biology teacher at Bay Port. He certainly was patient with me. I remember one time when he burst out laughing because I was so grossed out by the frog we had to dissect...but he was patient and led me through the ordeal. I knew Margie (Maggie) and Timm and I send my deep sympathies to you as you say good-bye to your Dad. MaryKim (Plischke) Allen; Boise, Idaho

Gary Kraszewski

February 2, 2012

My relatives in Crivitz alway spoke well of Dave Popp. Remembering him as our Vice Principal at BayPort, he always treated everyone fairly. Glad I had a chance to talk to him three years ago as he had an amazing memory.

February 2, 2012

Laurie and Ed,
So sorry for your loss he was a really nice man he will be missed by many.
Barb and Pat Dillon.

Cindy Heroux-Kmecheck

February 2, 2012

My condolences to the Popp family. When I think of Bay Port I always think of Dave Popp, what a great teacher he was and how he got me through Biology. Believe me I couldn't have done it without he patience and support. He has been a great friend to me and my whole family. Rest in Peace Dave

February 2, 2012

Great memories of Dave Popp. His name comes up often when talking about outstanding high school basketball coaches. I had the privilege to teach with Dave at Bayport, also being a member of
Pilgrim Lutheran in 1964-65. Rest in Peace Good Freind!
Glen Seering

Cindy Muther

February 2, 2012

Always a very friendly man. We will miss him at Pilgrim Lutheran Church. May God grant peace to all who mourn his loss.

Barb (Knaus) Gilliame

February 2, 2012

Mr.Popp has been in my life since junior high at Bay Port. When I got married we became neighbors. He was a ver kind and gentle man. At one point he told me I could call him Dave and I told I couldn't do that, I said you will always be "Mr. Popp"!
His family will be in Steve's and my thoughts and prayers.

Kathy (Skalecki) Myrick

February 2, 2012

Maggie and Family, Your dad has been connected to my family for 40+ years since he was my Biology and Drivers' Ed instructor at Bay Port. I had a nice visit with him when he attended the dedication ceremony for my dad of Meadowbrook Park in Howard a couple of years ago. I know that my parents appreciated his attendance and their visit as well. Your dad was a good man and friend.

Sandy Lemerond-Segersin

February 2, 2012

Mr. Popp was my Biology teacher and he was excellent.I learned a great deal and he was also a kind man.

John Enderby

February 2, 2012

Mr. Popp was a very special man, a great teacher, and an outstanding coach. I am grateful I was able to talk with him a couple of years ago, thanking him for the love and concern he demonstrated to me, and to fellow students and athletes at Bay Port. I will be praying our Lord's grace and peace surrounds his family and friends during this time. Pastor John Enderby

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