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Andrew Dylan Kopchak, 16, of Freemansburg, died on Tuesday December 13, 2011. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of Michael and Kathleen (Kovjanovic) Kopchak. Andrew was a student at Liberty High School where he wrestled and played football. He was employed by the Starters Riverport. Survivors: He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Michael and Kathleen; siblings, David and wife Tricia, Joseph and wife Pamela, Valerie Boyle, and Kimberly Kopchak; cousins, Nicholas, David Jr., Joseph Jr., Jonathan, and Jillian Kopchak. Services: Have been entrusted to Connell Funeral Home, 245 E. Broad St. Bethlehem, where viewing hours will be held on Saturday December 17 from 9 to 11 a.m. An 11:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will follow in the Sacred Heart Parish Church, 1817 First St. Bethlehem, 18020. Burial will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem. Contributions: may be made to the Sacred Heart Parish. Offer condolences online at www.connellfuneral.com

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Published by Morning Call on Dec. 16, 2011.

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January 2, 2012

Kathy & Mike, Sending a gentle hug your way, to comfort you, and to let you know that you're on my mind and in my heart today and always My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family as you struggle through the grief and sadness. Life brings tears, smiles and memories. The tears dry, the smile fades, but the memories live on forever.

John & Nilda Sawchuk
(Colorado)

December 20, 2011

Dear Kopchak Family,
As you move through this sorrowful new landscape, please remember that the only thing greater than grief, is LOVE. Andrew will eternally be the beloved friend of my son, Noah. I will always cherish his smile. We were all truly blessed to have known this precious young man.
Mary Keefe (Noah Zaun's mom)

December 19, 2011

Dear Kopchak Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It sounds as if your Andrew touched many lives with his humor and quick wit. May all of your great memories keep you going. Praying that each day you grow stronger and find peace. Stay with our Lord.
Blessings,
Craig and Terri Gillow (Sacred Heart Family)

Bonnie Hodge

December 19, 2011

Kathy, Mike and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I know Andrew meant the world to you. You're in my prayers for God to comfort you and give you peace.

Zach Martinez

December 19, 2011

kopchak was the kid who kept class enjoyable, he was a real friend who you could trust..he will truely be missed and his legend will live on in the halls of liberty for many years to come. RIP dewey i miss you man

Nicholas Gallo

December 17, 2011

Our prayers are with your family. My son Nicholas was friends with Andrew and always spoke highly of him he said Mom he was so funny always made me laugh.

Barbara Yeakel

December 17, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

December 17, 2011

Rip Andrew Kopchak. You will be missed

Robert & Kim Bowen

December 17, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Kopchak family in this time of sorrow.Rest in peace Andrew.

Garza's

December 17, 2011

My condolences to the Kopchak family. Prays and thoughts are with you in this time of need. Will miss Dewey, and continue to pray for your family.

The Arner Family

December 17, 2011

May you find Peace and Love in Gods Arms. As parents we cannot imagine the extent of your loss. Our prayers are with you. May he rest in Peace.

Kristin Kopchak

December 16, 2011

To the whole family, my love, thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Andrew's smile, laugh and love will be treasured. He will always be our Dewey. Rest in peace, nephew. I love you.

Kelly & Larry Gutai

December 16, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Andrew. He has touched a lot of lives and he will be deeply missed. God bless you all. R.I.P. Andrew

December 16, 2011

Our prayers of comfort and strength to your whole family. My son was friends with Andrew and always spoke of his quick wit & endless humor. May he always be remembered for bringing smiles to the people around him.
The Larimer family

Laura Maderas

December 16, 2011

I will always remember Andrew as the kid who wanted to make everyone laugh. My heart goes out to his family.

D M

December 16, 2011

Rest in peace my bestfriend andrew, you were like a brother to me. Ill never forget the times we shared...Ill miss you!!

A. W.

December 16, 2011

Dear Kopchak Family--
I am so sorry your loss in Andrew's passing. I did not know Andrew, but it saddens me to see the loss of any young person, with so much ahead of him. You are in my prayers.

December 16, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. May god give you the strength you will need in this time of grief. God bless you. The Broadhead family.

Andrew, you are missed so much. We love you bubba!

Tricia Kopchak

December 16, 2011

heidi fetter

December 16, 2011

rest in peace, andrew. i never met you but my sons dominic and joseph were good pals of yours..such a tradgedy and obviously you will be missed tremendously.

December 16, 2011

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Andrew will be missed by all who knew and loved him. What a special friend he was to Carter.
Jim, Wendy & Carter Fox

December 16, 2011

May you find Peace and Love in Gods House. Prayers to the Family of this young man...May he rest in Peace.

Tammy deLucia

December 16, 2011

My deepeat condolences. As a patent I cannot imagine the extent of your grief. My prayers are wirh you

December 16, 2011

Our prayers go out to all of Andrew's family.
The Vigilanti Family

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