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Kenneth J. Kopco, 77

May 26, 2025

Kenneth J. “Ken” Kopco, 77, of Ephrata, passed away May 26, 2025. Johnstown native, son of Stephen F. Kopco and Mary Kopco (Nagy). Survived by wife Marilyn Kopco (Kimmel) and children, Amy Kopco, Nichole Kopco, Tia Mann (Kopco), Brian (Whitney) Kopco, Kathleen Warner (Kevin). Brothers, Stephen (Jeanne), Joseph (Joann), David (LuAnn) and sisters Kathleen, Marilyn Solensky (Andrew dec.). Grandchildren, Keefer, Solana, Xavier, Sadie, Xander, Charles, Penelope, Ellie, Alex and great-granddaughter Gwen. And many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.

Ken attended Bishop McCort High School ‘65. Enlisted US Air Force, stationed in Thailand under Col. Robin Olds as an F-4E fighter aircraft electrician. Employed at Bethlehem Steel, Johnstown as Industrial Electrician and the SCI-Somerset as an electronics Trade Instructor. He was a car enthusiast, created stained glass, photography and loved to travel.

A casual drop-in gathering will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 1-3 PM at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543.

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Condolences to the Family

June 08, 2025

Marilyn and Family,
Your remembrance and celebration of Ken’s life yesterday was a special way to share many of the great times he spent with us all over the years. They are the treasures of a lifetime. Pat and Kathy Bolden
 

June 07, 2025

Marilyn,  Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Nancy & Terry Wright

June 06, 2025

Nichole,We are deeply sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the love and memories you have. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Stacey and Chris Cherny 

June 06, 2025

Dear Marilyn, Nichole, Keefer, Gwen & Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

June 05, 2025

DEEPEST SYMPATHY–R.I.P. MY FRIEND–GOD BLESS YOU
Ric Csarak

June 04, 2025

Marilyn and family,  Our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this most difficult time. Ken was a very nice man and will be missed by many.  We know he will always be close at heart to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  
Neal and Sandy Fegely

June 03, 2025

Marilyn, Katie, Brian: Our condolences for for family during this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family.
The Bird Family

June 03, 2025

Sorry for your loss. Ken was a great person and we had many fun times with him. his family and the extended group of Ferndale folks.  You are in my prayers.
Robert J Paluchak

June 03, 2025

Dear Nichole – May the wonderful memories you shared with your father bring you comfort and peace. I’m thinking of you and wishing you strength during this time of loss – Tracy Ficca

June 03, 2025

Dear Nichole and Family – I know just how important your dad was to you. I pray that your lifetime of memories bring you comfort in the days and months ahead. Who you are and how you’ve chosen to live your life is a true testament to his legacy. Sending prayers and love. ~ Christine Moon

June 03, 2025

Marilyn, So sorry for your loss. I have thought of you and Ken over the years. I have good memories of visiting both of you after you got married. You are both in my thoughts and prayers. Joe Roach

June 03, 2025

Dear Nichole,
I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy for all of your family. Keeping all in prayers.
Sue and Mike Fariss

June 01, 2025

Marilyn ,so very sorry to hear about Ken’s passing.  At this difficult time, I want you to know that you have my prayers and thoughts with you.  Paul Harnish

June 01, 2025

One of the first couples we had the pleasure to meet at Creekview community were Ken & Marilyn.  We had very good times going with you and 4 other people.  We went to dinner, vacations and enjoyed sitting and talking while having a few beverages.  Ken was a good talker along with a good listener.  We enjoyed exchanging stories at the Boomerang while having lunch  So many good memories together that we will always hold close to our hearts.  Great knowing you Ken.
Jim & Sandy
 

June 01, 2025

Sorry to hear of this loss to the dear Kopco family. May he rest in peace.
Beth Nagy Spieles

May 31, 2025

Worked with Ken at Beth Steel ……. always a kind word and a true professional ……. deepest sympathy to the family …… a rosary was recited  to St. Anne , in Ken’s honor .
Jim Bezek ….. Bricklayers / Bethlehem Steel …….

May 30, 2025

Marilyn, Brian, and Katie, 
When I reflect back on my life, I remember so many trips to Johnstown and you to us when our whole family would be so excited to see you all. Ken always had the coolest car when we were kids, Brian had that awesome skateboard ramp and video games, and Katie always seemed to be willing to share and play (even though she was the youngest of us). We loved the Eat n Park in Johnstown with you. I remember how excited I was for my parents, and myself, when you moved closer to us. My parents’ lives especially brightened when they saw you both more (mine too). I am so sorry for your loss and for all those who have loved Ken and had him brighten their days. I know just last week my parents were happy to have visited with you. I hope you know how much we care about all of you and we will still be excited to spend any time we can with you. Ken made a positive impact on my life and my family. He will be sorely missed. I’m keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. 
Meghan Bolden

May 30, 2025

I am so sorry to hear of Ken’s demise.  All of my Kopco cousins are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jerry Stetz

May 30, 2025

My deepest sympathies go out to Marilyn, Brian and Katie also the rest of the Kopco family! He will be missed by all! Prayers for your comfort during this time!
Bobbie Garling-Myers

May 29, 2025

Dear Marilyn,
I am sorry to hear about Ken’s passing.  May his memory be a blessing for you and your family.  Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.  Love,  Robin Freedman

May 29, 2025

Marilyn and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss.  Know we are thinking of you and sending love and prayers.
Patty (Costlow) & Howard Ulep

May 29, 2025

Marilyn, I am so sorry for your loss. You and Ken were such a beautiful couple and raised such wonderful children. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. 
Jocelyn Brett

May 29, 2025

Condolences to my friend and her family on the loss of their patriarch. Share your best memories of him through these coming years.
Kate Hackler

May 29, 2025

Marilyn,
So sorry for your loss. He was a great cousin and wonderful man.
Karen Kopco Davis

May 29, 2025

Marilyn and family, so very sorry to hear of Ken’s passing.  Sending our love.  Ray and Janette Cowan

May 29, 2025

A dear friend, he will be missed.
Nick and Sandy Hoffman

May 29, 2025

I am so sorry to read of Ken’s passing, and my sincere sympathy to Marilyn, an old friend of mine, and their family.  
Tim Ayres

May 29, 2025

I was sorry to learn of your heartache.  I remember you from many years ago when you lived in Ferndale with your parents. It’s sad we reach out when someone passes after all the years but know I am thinking of you and sending prayers.  
Karen Roberts – Esser (John Nagy was my grandfather) )

May 29, 2025

So very sorry for your loss. Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Ken was a good guy. Many fond memories of growing up and “vacationing” in Ferndale.  We did the cousin exchange several summers. Love to you all. 
Rick & Sandy Kopco

May 29, 2025

Mark and I are so sorry for your loss.  Hold on to the memories.  Prayers for all of your family.  
Jackie and Mark Singel

May 29, 2025

You two really were the perfect couple!  We never know what our future holds but are always blessed by the memories we have!  And you completed that circle of life with Katie and Brian and those grandchildren!  May God be with you all and bring you peace! 
Frankie Havas

May 29, 2025

Brian, I send u prayers and condolences to you and your family. You know that if you ever need anything, I am there for you my brother.  Steve and Amanda 

May 29, 2025

Marilyn, you have lost the love of your life.  However, so many beautiful memories were created together, along with your children. You were two artistic beings bringing forth lasting masterpieces, your children.  Brian and Katie are there for you and you for them.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bridget Sarosi

May 29, 2025

So sorry for your loss. Condolences to your family.
Linda Tompkins Swanhart

May 29, 2025

Marilyn,
I am so sorry to hear this news. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Rosemary Roth

May 29, 2025

Marilyn, Sending our sympathy and prayers to you and your family.  Our thoughts are with you all.  
Ron and Karen Boughton

May 29, 2025

Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these difficult times.
Lori & Larry Butts

May 29, 2025

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Ken was such a gentle person.❤️
Sue and Dan Burkholder

May 29, 2025

So sorry for your loss…blessings as you mourn and celebrate a life well lived. 
Nancy and Lloyd Chapman

May 28, 2025

Our deepest condolences to Marilyn and the family. Sending prayers to all of you.
Fannie and Lenny Brancato

May 28, 2025

Sending love and positive thoughts to all the family and friends. Ken was a good friend and travel partner. He will be missed.
Kathy and Pat Bolden

Visitation
Saturday, June 07, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Lititz, PA 17543
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