FAMILY
John M. Popa, age 86, of St. John, IN passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side. John was born July 3, 1932 in Griffith, IN to the late Milton and Rosalia Popa. Also preceding him in death are his loving wife of 51 years, Mary "Cookie" (nee Arrigo) Popa; siblings, Mary Schau, Pearl Schmidt, Rose Mahaffey, Anna Benedict, Milton Popa Jr., and Neo Popa. Left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Debra (Charles) Wagner and Cheryl (Roman) Rogala; grandchildren, Heather (Timothy) Bognar and Jared (Ashley) Hamilton; great grandchildren, Evan, Bryce, Sadie and Norah; sister, Elena (Paul) Popa; good friend, Robert Hamilton; and his furry companion, Mugsy "Buddy".
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