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Wilson P. Lopez, Sr. – “Pops”, 77
May 09, 1943 - November 23, 2020
Wilson Pedro Lopez, Sr., 77, of Manheim Twp., passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, November 23, 2020. Born in Utuado, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Eduviges Lopez Perez and Lydia Esther Torres. Wilson, affectionately known as “Pops” to all who knew and loved him, was the loving husband of the late Gladys E. Lopez who passed away in November, 2012.
Wilson was a Detective with the New York Police Department, retiring after 25 years of dedicated service. He enjoyed playing chess and solving sudoku and crossword puzzles. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was a member of American Legion Post 34 in Lancaster.
A loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather, he is survived by five children: Wilson Lopez, Jr., husband of Rebecca of Landisville, Lance Lopez and his companion Nany Bermudez of Lancaster, Christopher Lopez and his companion Britney Hevner of Lancaster, Kristina Lopez and Teresa Lopez, both of Lancaster; ten grandchildren: Wilson Lopez, III, and his companion Emily Cleckner, Mya Swift, Jaden Lopez, Antonio Harley, Christopher Lopez Jr., Aliveah Lopez, Izayah Lopez, Seantell Frisby, Elizabeth Bermudez and Christina Bermudez; and six great-grandchildren: Joseph Martinez, Khaliyah Green, Nevaeh Green, Milani Vega, Maliya Vega and Xander Sepulveda. Also surviving are siblings, Lydia Stober, Teresita Menger, David Lopez and Julio Lopez.
Family and friends will be received from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM on Sunday, November 29, 2020, at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA, 17543. Interment in Landis Valley Mennonite Cemetery will be private at the convenience of the family.
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March 20, 2025
Wilson (Willy as I grew up knowing him) was a quiet but gentle man. He was the eldest of my three brothers and was the designated brother to go to in case of any problems. He started working at a very young age to help our parents with the financial burden of not having command of the English language. I remember him carrying me on his shoulders when I was a toddler, taking me on the occasional “field trip” in NYC and teaching me how to play chess. He was my rock, my strength and my mentor for many decades. I will miss him so much and look forward to seeing him again in the end. All of you, his children, are extra near and dear to my heart because of him and what he meant to me. Love you all so very much. Our family has indeed suffered a great loss.
MS. terry menger
November 29, 2020
We are all praying for your family at this time of your great loss. May God bless you and give you strength. Love,Joe and Margie Sigurani Santiago
November 29, 2020
Matt and I are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved father and grandfather. Pops was an exceptional man and always so welcoming when we would see him! May all of your treasured memories bring you peace and comfort <3
Heather and Matt Mann
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- Sunday, November 29, 2020
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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