Gary Kopik Obituary
Born on May 18, 1951, in Rahway NJ, Gary was raised in Edison NJ, where he attended local schools and graduated from J. P. Stevens High School in 1969. He went on to dedicate 30 years of service to Merck & Co., retiring as a Lab Supervisor after a respected and accomplished career.
In retirement, Gary made his home in Albrightsville PA, and enjoyed spending his winters in Florida. He found great pleasure in bowling and golfing.
Gary was predeceased by his parents, George and Anna Kopik.
He is lovingly remembered by his brother, Dennis Kopik and his wife Joanne of Old Bridge NJ; his sister, Helene Fortune and her husband Edward of Palm Harbor FL; his nephews, Richard Kopik of East Brunswick NJ, Edward Fortune of Bartlett IL, and James Fortune of Palm Harbor FL; and his nieces, Christine Fortune of Palm Harbor FL, and Denise Masino of Howell NJ.
A private memorial service will be held for family and close friends.
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