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Evelise Kopp Obituary
Together Again!
The world will miss Evey's remarkable and infectious laugh! On May 23, 2020 Evey passed away peacefully, finally reunited with her husband, Jim. They were married for 69 years, and had one daughter, Eleanor. Evey had a smile that lit up a room - you couldn't help but smile and laugh with her. Jim used to say that Evey could make friends with the devil! Born June 7, 1924, Evey grew up in New Philadelphia, Ohio, the daughter of Italian immigrants Concetta (DiRosario) and Gabriele Starinieri, and the second of six children - Frank, Clementine, Romeo, Flora, and Richard. After graduating from New Philadelphia High School, Evey began working at Puritan Laundry. A regular in the church choir, Jim had just returned from France after serving in the Army during World War II and fell in love with Evey as she sang "O Holy Night!" one Christmas Eve. They married on May 11, 1946 at Sacred Heart Church. Once her daughter entered high school, Evey returned to work managing the cafeteria at St. Joseph School for 13 years. She then ran the fast food line for 10 years at Buckeye Vocational School. She also taught crochet and ceramics evening classes at Buckeye for nine years. Evey began to crochet when she was 12-years-old. It was a part of her life until four years ago, when she was no longer able to manage it. Evey taught many others how to crochet and loved selling her goods at local craft shows in New Philadelphia and Newcomerstown.
Evey is survived by her daughter, Ellie (Tim) Walters of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin; one grandson, Christian (Kristin) Walters of Elm Grove, Wisconsin; one granddaughter, Aimee (Bryan Proctor) Walters of Winnetka, Illinois; and five great-grandchildren, Joseph and Grace Walters and Eleanor, Gabriel, and Miles Proctor; and her dear sister Flora (Dean) Miller of New Philadelphia, Ohio, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express their deep gratitude to Tender Reflections of Elkhorn, Wisconsin and Kindred Hospice for their loving kindness and care to Evey.
A burial with memorial service will be held at a later date at Sacred Heart Church in New Philadelphia.
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Memories and Condolences
for Evelise Kopp
Mary & Terry McFerren
June 21, 2020
Every and Jim were such a blessing in our life. Their faith in God and love for each other showed through in everything that the did. We are much richer for having had the opportunity to call them friends. May they Have peace and joy in being with each other again Miss them each day.
Brittany Fish
June 11, 2020
Oh dear Evey May you rest in heavenly peace!!! You will truly be missed from your smile that could light up the whole room to that contagious laugh that you always had!! My deepest condolences go out to the family it was such a blessing to be a part of your lives!! Much love and continuous care!!
Kenya
June 10, 2020
Oh ... She brought so much joy to my heart I'm just finding out. .. she was a amazing woman.i love you
Brittany Peterson
June 10, 2020
Oh my dearest Evey, Becca and I were just reminiscing about you yesterday. Ill never forget you read the news paper out loud for everyone to hear. When I would tell you literally everyday that I worked how beautiful you were and you would simple say, oh stop, now my daughter.... shes beautiful, she looks just like me. You had a heart of gold beautiful and youll ALWAYS hold a special place in my heart.
Debbie (Kopp) Rosser
May 31, 2020
I am sorry for the loss of your mother, grandmother, and greatgrandmother. I live in Florida and whenever I came home and went to any family function Aunt Evey and Uncle Jimmywere there. They were so loving and full of joy. I loved to sit with them and enjoy the evening. She had a great life and was richly blessed!
Bev Kopp
May 31, 2020
Evey was a joy to be around. She was always full of laughter and brightened where ever she went with her beautiful smile. I was her sister-in-law and always enjoyed any time we spent together through the years. I am thankful she was able to be with her daughter and family after her husband passéd away.
Giulio Starinieri
May 30, 2020
I am sorry for your lost.
She was my dad's cousin. I remember that she and my mom Diva used to exchange letters since her father Gabriele passed away.
Our deepest sympathies from Italy.
Giulio Starinieri
May 30, 2020
I am sorry for your lost.
She was my dad's cousin. I remember that she and my mother Diva used to exchange letters since her father Gabriele passed away.
Our deepest sympathies from Italy.
Chris Milburn
May 29, 2020
Will truly miss my Aunt Evey. She was also my God mother. Will miss her laugh and bright spirit. Deepest sympathy to Ellie Ann and Tim. I know she is back with Uncle Jimmy.
Joan Goth
May 29, 2020
Our sympathy to all of Evey's family. We remember she and Jim sitting in the front pew at Sacred Heart Church. They both always expressed their deep faith and trust in the dear Lord. We will keep her family in our thoughts and prayers especially at this time of illness in our world.
Sincerely, The Goth Family
DeAnna Starinieri
May 29, 2020
Ill miss you Evey and remember your sparkling personality and infectious laugh! I have many wonderful memories of the family gatherings at the holidays and Sunday mornings after Mass when all the children were very young. May God grant you many blessings on your new journey. My deepest sympathy to Ellie, Tim, and all the family. Much Aloha, DeAnna Starinieri
Bill Kopp
May 28, 2020
Tim, Ellie and family
Our deepest sympathy to you on the passing of Aunt Evie. Her and Uncle Jimmy were sure to always show up at graduation parties or whatever for our kids, and were the first to arrive. It was always nice to get to visit with them. May she rest in peace. Bill and Gerri Kopp
c annette parks
May 28, 2020
So sorry to hear of the loss of Evie. I loved talking with her. I loved to hear about her life.
Jayne Hawk
May 28, 2020
I have many memories of Evey. She always had a smile on her face. She would come in the credit union and I would buy some of her crafts. Rest In Peace Evey. You are a jewel.
Kathy Porterfield Craig
May 28, 2020
So sorry for your lose. I remember your mom and dad so well. They were friends with my mom and dad. Bob and Jessie Porterfield. I was transportation director for Tuscarawas Senior Center in Dover and saw
your mom and dad often
May the Lord be with you and bring you comfort during the different time
Kathy Porterfield Craig
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