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Clara Popp Obituary
POPP Clara "Dorothy" Popp, 90, of Jefferson City, Missouri, passed away Sunday, December 24, 2006, at the University Hospital & Clinics in Columbia, Mo., from complications due to an automobile accident. She was born in Maries County on November 5, 1916, to Arch Burton James and Clara Helena Stratman James. She married Clyde Popp on October 17, 1940, at Central United Church of Christ, Jefferson City, Mo., and was married for 43 years. Clyde preceded Dorothy in death on January 30, 1984. Dorothy graduated from the Elcelsier Grade School. Dorothy was employed with the family business, Popp's Grocery Store and involved with the family farm operations. In addition, Dorothy was active at selling her baked goods and garden produce at the Jefferson City Farmer's Market for many years. Dorothy's interests include farming, quilting, gardening, cooking, and hunting. In addition, Dorothy was a winter Texan in Brownsville for over 30 years. She was a member of Welcome Hands Quilting Club, 50+ Club at St. Thomas, Mo.; Mall Walkers Club, Brownsville, Texas; and other senior citizen groups in the Jefferson City area. She attended Church at Central United Church of Christ, Jefferson City, Mo.; Friedens United Church of Christ, Brazito, Mo.; and Immanuel Lutheran Church, Honey Creek, Mo. Dorothy's survivors include two sons: Soda Popp of Jefferson City, Mo., and Rado Popp (wife Brenda) of Jefferson City, Mo. Other survivors include two granddaughters: Nicki Russell (husband Aaron) of Brazito, Mo., and Kelley Popp (finance Zach Taylor) of Lake Ozark, Mo.; three great-grandchildren, Garrett, Claire, and Courtney Russell of Brazito, Mo.; and one sister: Camilla Hauk of Meta, Mo. Also, preceded in death was a grandson: Jacob Popp; four brothers: Christopher James, Miscal James, Frank James, and Sterling James; and three sisters: Elsie Ham, Bertha Northcutt, and Eloise Hirschvogel. Friends will be received from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Houser-Millard Funeral Home. Additional visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Thursday at the Central United Church of Christ. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, December 28, 2006, at the Central United Church of Christ, with Rev. Dr. Stephen H. Buchholz officiating. Interment will follow in the Friedens United Church of Christ Cemetery in Brazito, Mo. Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Samaritan Center or Friedens United Church of Christ Cemetery Fund. Arrangements are under the direction of the HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors – Jefferson City Chapel, 2613 West Main Street, Jefferson City, Missouri 65109. (573) 636-3838. www.millardfamilychapels.com
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Robb Huot
December 31, 2006
Rado, I'm very sorry for your loss and you will be in our prayers.
nichole
December 30, 2006
I can remember when we were kids and my grandparents were taking produce to the farmers market Dorothy's donuts and bake goods were always next to my grandparents. And if we were good, and helped grandpa and grandpma we were allowed to get donuts from her. And sometimes when we came along to help she would have us help her get to the back of the truck to reach the things that she could not reach.
She was always a sweet lady and talked about her family often. Hope that all the good memories that you have help you during this time of loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Paul, Betty, Russell, and Nora Faris
December 28, 2006
Soda, Rado, Brenda and family: We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. May God be with you all.
Rev. Wendell Stoneburner
December 28, 2006
Soda & Rado & Family,
When I was pastor at Friedens, Dorothy's presence was always appreciated. I liked her desire to be part of the church and was thankful for her participation. I spoke to her briefly when we paid a visit to Friedens last October. She lived a full & good life. May God's love comfort you in your grief.
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Jrerry and Jean Lueckenotte
December 27, 2006
Rado and Brenda:
So sorry to hear of Dorothy's death. She was a special lady who will be missed by all. I can still see her helping with the catering. We all enjoyed her stories as we ate together. I am sure she is entertaining a whole new audience. Who knows, she and my Dad may be having a story-telling right about now. I wouldn't place a bet on who has the best story, would you? Out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you all.
Walt and Nancy Rottmann
December 27, 2006
Even tho we are in AZ for the winter, our Sympathy for the family is present. It was always a joy to talk to Dorothy and we felt privilegded to be at her 90th birthday party.
Laura Warden-Crossland
December 27, 2006
Brenda and Rado my heart goes out to you for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Jim and Yvonne Hoerschgen
December 27, 2006
Soda and Family:
Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your Mother. Our prayers are with you at this time. She is a very special person.
Paul and Cindy Eads
December 27, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bridget Eads
December 26, 2006
I will always remember going up to Dorothys house with my dad on opening morning of deer season and cooking up a big breakfast for all of the hunters out in the woods. I know that Dorothy,Jake and my Dad will have a big breakfast prepared for all of us when it is our time to be called up. Dorothy you will be missed.
Tem Hiesberger
December 26, 2006
Many years ago I taught Sunday School with Dorothy at Central Church. She was a lady of many talents and will be sorely missed.
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