April 9, 2023

Dear Mrs. Poporad:

Please forgive my delay in extending to you my deepest condolences on the loss of your husband George.  He and I were close friends at Brooklyn High School more than 50 years ago.  We were not only classmates in the college preparatory program but were also teammates in many sports.  Most memorably, we were a tandem in student government.  During our senior year, George was the student council’s president, and I served as its secretary-treasurer.  We not only re-wrote the council’s charter but also instituted the first, liberalized dress code.

George was a tireless advocate for fairness and equity.  He was also a consensus builder and someone who knew how to bring ideas to reality.  I suspect these were traits of his with which you became quite familiar during your marriage.

George and I lost touch with each other following graduation, but I was grateful that we could reacquaint ourselves at the reunion last July.  I’m sure you miss him very much and will continue to do so.  I hope you’ll take some solace, though, in the realization that you were married to a wonderful man for so many years.  God bless you and your family this holiday season.

Sincerely,

Wayne Marta

I'm so sorry to hear of George's passing, he was a wonderful human being.  I had the pleasure of working with George for a couple of years at Villaware, I can honestly say I haven't found a more honest, sincere and caring employer.  He brought light to the world that will continue to shine.

George and me performing “Mr. Tambourine Man” for the talent show at the national Key Club Convention, July 1969, Miami Beach, Florida.

Mr. Poporad was truly a good person. He cared for the students of the Brooklyn City Schools. He always offered his time to help and support student activities. He was always in the stands and events cheering  students on in all of their events. Thank you for always caring about kids and doing your best to make education solid for their futures. Rest In Peace.

To Diane & Bill and all of the Poporad family we send our deepest sympathies at this time of your brother's passing. We wish for you a sense of Christ's comfort and peace.

With Caring Thoughts,
--Dean & Day Schreiber

Our deepest condolences. George was a great man, whether working for him at villaware or sticking our toes in the sand in the outer banks he was always a kind person and great role model. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Poporad family during this difficult time. 

I had the honor to play behind George when he pitched for the Brooklyn Hurricanes Baseball Team. He always will be a great teammate and even better friend. Thanks for making this world a better place while you were with us and please save a spot for me on your new team up above.  Class is hard to find but once you see it, you never forget it. Georgie Boy always was and always will be 1st class in my book!
My Best to the Entire Family,
        Jim Coyne

It is an honor to have known George.  My sympathies to the family and friends.  May he rest in peace with the Lord.

Suzanne and I were bus buddies in 1976, commuting daily to our jobs in Washington, DC from a huge garden apartment complex in Greenbelt, MD.  She introduced me to George that year and we quickly became friends.  Despite their move to Brooklyn, Ohio in 1978, we've since kept in touch from afar.   
A special memory for me was attending Jamie's wedding and spending time, albeit too briefly, with George's wonderfully welcoming mom Rose who treated me like extended family.  I came away appreciating where George had inherited his wit, warmth and winning personality, as well as his great love of and devotion to his family.  Whether or not we agreed on topics of duscussion -- sports, the economy, weather, politics, etc., I could always count on learning something and laughing when George and I exchanged views.  He was a funny, smart, and endearing fellow with a very caring soul! ❤️
We lost one of the good guys!  May he Rest in Peace and may his memory be a blessing to his family and to all those he touched in life!




To Suzanne especially ... we are so sorry for your loss. I am sure that your children will be of immense help to you,  in getting through this difficult time. You will be there for them as well. Stay strong.

To our sweet sister-in-law, Diane (who has just lost her big brother) ... we love you. 

To the entire Poporad family,  Chuck and I send our sincere condolences.

Sincerely,
Diane and Chuck C.

OBITUARY

George E. Poporad

March 26, 1952 – February 3, 2023

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