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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
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- 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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- Lititz, PA 17543
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