Ralph R. Kops Sr.'s Obituary
Ralph R. Kops, Sr., age 87, passed away Monday, September 9, 2019. He was born March 17, 1932 in Muskegon, MI to John W. and Elsie L. (Staple) Kops. Ralph graduated from North Muskegon High School with the Class of 1950. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy having served during the Korean War. Ralph married Ellen C. Niesen on November 3, 1951 in Muskegon and she preceded him in death on June 13, 2012. Prior to retiring in 1986, Ralph worked as a maintenance mechanic for 43 years at the S.D. Warren Papermill. He was also a member of the Muskegon Heights Eagles and the Don Rea VFW Post #8846 and enjoyed golfing and fishing out on Lake Michigan in his boat. Survivors include his 3 children, Jeffrey G. (Kathleen) Kops, Ralph R. Kops, Jr. (Mary Male), Kristi A. (Carl) Carmean; 4 grandchildren, David Kops, Sarah (Coty) Kuhn, Hannah Carmean and Kathryn Carmean. In keeping with Ralph’s wishes, there will be no services. For those wishing to make an expression of sympathy, please consider Hospice of North Ottawa Community. Arrangements handled by The Lee Chapel, Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 Harvey St, Norton Shores, MI 49444. Sign the guestbook online at www.sytsemafh.com
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