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Jackie Lopes Obituary

Jackie A. Lopes, 67, formerly of Reading, died June 19, 2009, in Gainsville, Fla., at home. Jackie had cancer.

He was a son of the late Vivien and John Lopes.

Jackie served in the Army and the Marines and served a tour in Vietnam.

He was Jack to his family and loved to drive his five Corvettes fast.

He is survived by two sons, Michael, in Virginia, and Mark, in Lancaster. Other survivors include his three brothers: Larry, Houston; and Richard and Ernest David, both of Reading. His brother Robert Lopes predeceased him.

Jackie had four grandchildren and a host of nephews and nieces. Jack's long time friend Charles Bailey Jr. was just like a brother to Jack.

Services were already held for Jackie in Florida.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Reading Eagle on Jul. 8, 2009.

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July 8, 2009

I don't know Jackie or the family, but he must have been an honorable man to have given such service to our country. Thank You to Jackie! Sorry about this loss in your lives to the family and friends of this man.

Grace[Morrison] Washington

July 8, 2009

RICHARD,DAVID,and family
So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother.Know he is no longer in pain,and in the comfort of the Lord.
"LOOK UP AND BE ENCOURAGED"

July 8, 2009

larry and richard and family
I share in yor sadness at this time as an old friend and neighbor (147) May Jackie rest in peace.
Ed shenk, Harrisburg,Pa

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