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Doris Popp Obituary
Doris J. Popp, 79, of State College, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 19, 2018, at Juniper Village at Brookline at 3:58 a.m.
Born August 3, 1938, in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of the late George and Catherine (Babec) Benedict. On June 17, 1961, in
Harrisburg, she married William D. Popp, who passed away in 2004.
She is survived by two children, Ann M. Popp, of Reading, Pa.; and John M. Popp and his wife, Amy, of Powell, Ohio.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was
preceded in death by a son, William G. Popp.
She received a Bachelor of Science in education from Shippensburg State College (University) in 1960.
Doris retired in 1993 from the Reading School District as a beloved elementary art teacher. Her main school was
always 13th & Union. She taught art at several other
elementary schools throughout the district. As an art teacher she touched the lives of thousands of students
during her career.
She was of the Roman Catholic faith and attended Our Lady of Victory, in State College, Pa.
Doris enjoyed art, being colorful and was known as a "glitter queen." She enjoyed Penn State athletics, playing bingo and traveling the world. She loved to dance
especially while cooking dinner or baking Christmas
cookies. She loved socializing with friends and family and made sure everyone had enough to eat.
Burial will in Resurrection Cemetery, Harrisburg, Pa.
Arrangements are under the care of Wiedeman Funeral Home, Steelton, Pa. Online condolences and signing of the guest book may be entered at www.wiedemanfuneralhome.com.
Visitation with family will take place on Friday, June 29th from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Prince of Peace Roman
Catholic Parish in Steelton, Pa., followed by Mass at 10:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148, or call 1-800-822-6344 (memorial ID #11327085).
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Joan Wotring
July 26, 2018
Doris and I were classmates in Harrisburg. I remember her or her great personality and the fun we had from the time we started attending jr high school through graduation from Wm Penn in 1956. Lost touch with her when she went off to college, but my memories of her will always be great ones. She has now passed onto another plateau and will be forever with her beloved husband. May God bless all of her remaining family members.
Joan Wotring
Wm Penn Class of 1956
June 24, 2018
I am extending my sympathy to Doris's children. Doris was a classmate of mine from the Class of '56 at Wm. Penn.We shared many activities during our school days. Our friendship continued after graduation. I could always look for a birthday card from Doris, knowing that she decorated the card and the envelope. Doris and I always loved to dance, and we did plenty of that at our class reunions. I will always remember these fun times together. Judy Barner, Harrisburg, PA
Diane Conrad
June 23, 2018
Love & Peace to Mrs. Popp & the entire Popp family.
I'm certain some very special men were awaiting her.
Love, Diane (Maloney) Conrad
Lisa Garcia
June 23, 2018
Ann and John I'm so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was such a wonderful women. I met her when I was 3 years old and she watched me grow up with you John and Mark Duhan. In school and out. She will be truly missed. Sending prayers to your family
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June 23, 2018
John and Ann, my thoughts and prayers go out to both of you. Fond memories of our time with your Mom at Ship, PSU games, Elks Bingo, and our Alaska trip. May God Bless all of you.
Barb Klink
Tucson, AZ
Robert I. Rudolph, M.D.
June 23, 2018
A very fine and funny lady. My condolences to Ann and the rest of the family.
JUDY
June 23, 2018
ONLY KNEW DORIS FOR A SHORT TIME AS A GRANE VOLUNTEER. WHAT A SWEET, TALKATIVE, ANIMATED LADY!! I ENJOYED OUR VISITS.
Lisa Schukraft Nye
June 23, 2018
She was the best art teacher. My deepest condolences to the family.
Natalie Baxter
June 23, 2018
My condolences on the passing of Mrs. Popp. I remember her well as an art teacher. She was very nice & caring with her students, me being one of them. I had no idea she was from Harrisburg. May God bless her soul.
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