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Robert Popp Obituary
Born: March 18, 1936; in Frohna, MO
Died: October 10, 2017; in Woodstock, IL
Robert G. Popp, 81, of Crystal Lake, was born March 18, 1936 in Frohna, Missouri to Elmer M. and Flora (nee Oswald) Popp. He passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2017 in Woodstock.
He married Lois (nee Ward) Popp on June 4, 1960, the day after his graduation from Concordia Teachers College in River Forest, IL. He later received a Master's Degree in Outdoor Education from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, IL. Bob spent 37 years as a teacher, principal, athletic director and youth minister at Immanuel Lutheran School in Crystal Lake. He loved his Lord, his family, friends, and students. He was happiest outdoors: traveling, camping, working in his yard, fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling. He loved wildlife, especially birds, woodworking, billiards, and the Chicago Cubs.
Bob is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lois; his son, Timothy (Lainie) Popp; his beloved grandchildren, Nathan and Amanda Popp; his mother-in-law, Eleanor Ward; his sisters, Marian Preusser, Bernice (Norman) Loebs, and Carolyn Popp; his brother, Jim Popp; his sisters-in-law, Leanor Popp and Sandra Klein; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Clarence Popp; his sister, Betty Popp; and his brother-in-law, Nelson Preusser.
A visitation will be held from 4:00 to 8:00pm, Sunday, October 15, 2017 at Davenport Family Funeral Home, 419 E. Terra Cotta Ave., Crystal Lake. Visitation will continue from 9:00am until time of funeral service at 10:00am, Monday, October 16, 2017 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Historic Campus, 178 McHenry Ave., Crystal Lake. Interment will follow at McHenry County Memorial Park in Woodstock.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church or Immanuel Lutheran School, 300 S. Pathway Ct., Crystal Lake, IL 60014.
For information, please call Davenport Family Funeral Home 815-459-3411. Online condolences can be given at www.davenportfamily.com.
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Steven Reedy
March 3, 2022
I was just sitting here with my two daughters, age nine and two, and something sparked a memory of one of my favorite teachers, Mr. Popp. I think it was fourth grade when he was my teacher at Immanuel. I remember some kids were a little cautious of him because of a reputation of sternness, but I remember him fondly - eager to teach us all about whatever subject (anything regarding nature, especially), happy to help any student having trouble with the lessons, and I owe to him in no small part my chosen career in wildlife education. I hoped that, by chance, he was still alive, and an saddened to see he passed in 2017, and yet I´m certain his soul lives on, I´d like to think hitching a ride on the wind and the wings of eagles.
Esther (LaMagdeleine) Bozeman
October 18, 2017
Bob was the best. Generous and kind, an excellent teacher, husband, father and friend. I guess heaven needed a new joke teller, and boy, could he do that! He brought many souls to Christ as he was a dedicated man; but his strength was teaching the many children of the Immanuel family the love of the earth created by the Lord, and how to see the absolute beauty in all of it, even bugs! My thoughts and prayers are with Lois, Tim and their families as they move on without him. A joyous reunion in heaven awaits you all. Good bye, Bob. You made the world a little brighter for us all. You will be forever missed.
Daniel Bickel
October 16, 2017
My condolences to those he left behind. I was blessed to have had the opportunity to learn from Mr. Popp. Loved his lessons in art glass and daily devotionals. Heaven has welcomed a great man and teacher into its gates.
Edward Gelasi
October 13, 2017
Mr. Popp was a gentle man in the rest sense of the word. A good teacher, coach and principal at Immanuel Lutheran School. I know he had his hands full with some of the kids (of which I was one). Very sad to hear and condolences to the family.
Joni Hockett
October 12, 2017
Tim & Elena,
My deepest condolences to you, your mom, and the whole family. God be with you.
Love to you,
George & Bonnie Ackron
October 12, 2017
Our love and prayers to all the Popp family. Bob was a faithful servant of the Lord .
October 12, 2017
Bob was always one of my favorite cousin whom I admired for his humor and dedication to his Lord. We will meet again with the Lord.
Paul Fiehler
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