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Terrence Bopp Obituary
Born: September 26, 1940 in Harvard, IL
Died: January 3, 2026 in Joliet, IL
Terrence (Terry) Bopp, 85, of Orland Park, passed away Saturday, January 3rd, 2026, at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet. Terry was born on September 26, 1940 in Harvard to Henry and Edna (Peters) Bopp. He graduated from Harvard High School and was a proud member of the 1959 undefeated Harvard High School football team, he went on to graduate from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater, always being an avid Notre Dame football fan. He retired as Principal from the Oak Lawn School District. Terry spent a good part of his retirement in Wisconsin, fishing and enjoying time in his pontoon boat, relaxing with his wife.
Terry is survived by his loving wife, Mary Caryl Bopp (Waltman), brother, Sean (Judy) Bopp, children Henry (Audrey) Bopp, Angela White, Kristin Duffy, Brian (Rebecca) Duffy, daughter-in-law, Joy Bopp, six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hank and Edna Bopp, first wife, Janice Bopp (Sorenson), son, Terrence S. Bopp, sister and brother-in-law, Lana and Fran Cavin, grandson, William "Billy" Bopp and son-in-law, John White. A celebration of life will take place at the Harry E. Anderson VFW Post #9545, 323 Old Hickory Road, New Lenox, IL 60451 on Sunday, January 11, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Interment will be private.
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Maggie Szul
January 11, 2026
We knew Terry when he was principal at Hannum School in Oak Lawn. Hannum was a wonderful place because of him and the rest of the staff.
He had a great sense of humor. I never will forget Field Days. He made the parents laugh and the kids loved him.
God bless you Terry and thank you.
Linda Annen
January 11, 2026
We send our condolences to Mr. Bopp's wife, Mary, and the whole family. We knew Terry as Principal of Hannum School when our children were students there. We did get to see Terry and Mary a few years ago when his now adult students had a get-together with a few teachers at BJ McMahon's in Oak Lawn. It was wonderful to see them!
Terry was one of the finest men in the area, a great educator and Principal. He loved all his students and the kids loved him! I am honored to
have known him.
I'm so glad the Bopp family has loving memories of the Husband, Dad, and Grandpa that Terry was. God Bless you all. -- Linda Annen
Janet Yakoub
January 9, 2026
Mr. Bopp was the best principal. He will truly be missed. Everyone loved him. I remember how he would kick the kickball up so high and whoever caught it would get $1. May his memory be eternal.
Pam Sheridan
January 9, 2026
So sorry to learn of Terry's passing. I feel blessed to have known him. Initially as an ally in the principal's office when my kids were at Hannum. But ultimately as a friend. May he rest in peace. My condolences.
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Suzanne Vocke
January 9, 2026
Thank you Mr. Bopp.
RIP
Love Sue Vocke (McDonld school)
raquel armendariz
January 8, 2026
mr bopp was the greatest prinpal that i ever had. he was fun. and much condiscences to his family.
Denby Sorenson
January 6, 2026
A great guy. Like a brother to me .
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