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John Kopacz Obituary
DALLAS — John (Jack) D. Kopacz, 66, of Dallas, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018, at his home. Born Dec. 22, 1951, in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late John and Lucy Rose Kopacz.
Jack was a graduate of Wyoming Valley West H.S. and Penn State Wilkes-Barre.
He retired from Altec Inc. and was a member of the Dallas United Methodist Church.
Surviving are his wife, Jennie Valick-Kopacz; sister, Rose Ann Szychowski and husband, Gerald, of Arizona; nieces, Michelle Han and husband, Ken, and Holly Curtis and husband, Dana; 10 great-nephews; and one great-niece.
Family and friends may call from 5 p.m. until funeral service at 7 p.m. on Tuesday evening at the S.J. Grontkowski F.H., 530 W. Main St., Plymouth.
Funeral service will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday evening, with Pastor William Lewis.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Back Mountain Bloomers, P.O. Box 210, Dallas, PA 18612, to dedicate a bench in memory of John (Jack) Kopacz on the Mile 7 of the Back Mountain Anthracite Trail.
To submit online condolences, please visit www.sjgrontkowskifuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Flo Rieder
September 5, 2018
Jennie, please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your husband. Having lost my husband last December I understand your feelings and sorrow. You will meet again.
Carol Carroll
September 4, 2018
Heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved Jack. He was a wonderful man. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Carol Carroll ♡
Barbara Wilson
September 4, 2018
Jennie, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you find peace in your memories of John.
Patty Varzaly
September 4, 2018
Jennie: I'm so very, very sorry for the loss of your husband! Wishing you comfort & peace to help you through this very difficult & sad time. God bless.
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John O'Boyle
September 3, 2018
So sorry for the loss of my first cousin, Jack....will be missed by family and friends...especially his sister Roseann...
September 3, 2018
Jenny, I am so sorry to hear this sad news. I know John was one of the best things that ever happened to you. Please know I am thinking of you at this sad time. Nancy Mayer
Debra Lehr Phillips
September 3, 2018
So sorry for your loss! Jack was a great guy went to grade school and high school with him also was his neighbor on orchard street! , God bless your family! Debra Lehr Phillips. Rip. Jack!
September 3, 2018
Very sorry for your loss, Jenny.
JoAnn Wolinsky
Terry Vosik
September 2, 2018
Dear Jennie, So sorry to hear of your husband's passing. My condolences go out to you and your family.
Sincerely, Terry Vosik
September 1, 2018
Jennie - So sorry to hear about John. Please know that I am thinking about you. RIP John.
September 1, 2018
Rest in peace my dear friend. Rod & Diane
Bob Walters
September 1, 2018
Very sorry to hear of the loss of my friend from "Old Shawnee" and WVW '69 classmate! Truly a great guy! My sincere condolences to the entire family. May John rest in God's eternal peace and love.
Bob Walters
September 1, 2018
Very sorry to hear this! John was a friend in "old Shawnee" and WVW '69 classmate. My sincere condolences to the entire family.
MaryLou Robbins
September 1, 2018
I'm so sorry to hear of John's passing. My heart goes out to the family, and especially to Jennie.
Julie Boyle
September 1, 2018
I feel overwhelmed. Working on your garden last year beside you and your husband was great. He was so kind and was excited to share your garden. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jack Medura
September 1, 2018
Saddened by this news of the passing of an old friend. Can still remember the pickup football games at Community Park in the mid 60's.
John Peterson
September 1, 2018
I was saddened to hear of John''s passing. My sincere and deepest condolences. I worked with John at ALTEC for many years, he was a great co-worker and gentleman. I wish you all the best. May John Rest in Paradise RIP.
September 1, 2018
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt condolences at this time of your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2
Chris Collura
September 1, 2018
Jennie I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
September 1, 2018
Sorry for your loss.I remember Jack as a very nice guy.We,the class of WVW 1969, lost 4 members this month-Ann Marie Kwitkowski, Gary Walters, James Booth, and now your precious Jack.You are in my prayers. James "Jim" Youngblood
Lisa Lindquist
August 31, 2018
Dear Jennie~ We send you our love and deepest condolences on the loss of your husband, John. He was a great guy with a wonderful sense of humor. We'll miss seeing him at Frances Slocum. Lisa and Cosmo xo
Nancy Valunas
August 31, 2018
Rose Ann:
Our condolences to you and your family.
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