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Kenneth Poppe Obituary
He is survived by his wife, Alta Poppe of the home; a daughter, Kathy Watson of Fort Smith; a son, Jay Poppe of Muldrow; a sister, Janet Narragon of Colorado Springs; and eight grandchildren; Ryan, Virginia, Shannon, Collin, Fulton, Marialina Poppe, Zane and Pierce Watson.
Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 19, 2014 at Heritage United Methodist Church in Van Buren, with interment to follow at noon at the Fort Smith National Cemetery, under the direction of Edwards Van-Alma Funeral Home of Van Buren, AR.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jay Poppe, Ryan Poppe, Collin Poppe, Lee Watson, Zane Watson, and Marvin Narragon.
The family will visit with friends from 9:30 a.m. until service time, Thursday, June 19, 2014, at Heritage United Methodist Church, 1604 Pointer Trail, Van Buren.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Jeanne Taylor Parkinson's Support Group, 1155 Kelly Johnson Blvd #111, Colorado Springs, CO 80920 or the charity of your choice.
To place an online tribute, go to www.edwardsvan-alma.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Poppe
Sandi Cichon
June 21, 2014
Alta, My heart was saddened to hear the news of Ken's passing. I will always remember the happy memories of Ken's visits whenever I visited Co.Sprgs. at my parents. I was sad when you moved to Arkansas but happy you would be with family you both loved. I will always remember his laughter and smiles. May he rest in peace.
Leon Sharp
June 19, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Leon was neighbors with Dale
(east of Bunnyville, Clay City, IL.) when they were kids & they went to school
together. God comfort you in your time of sorrow. Leon & Glenda Sharp- Louisville, IL.
Danette Boyd
June 18, 2014
Jay, I am very sorry to hear about your loss. May God bring you and your family comfort & strength during your time of sorrow.
Jeanne Kleinman Williams
June 18, 2014
I was so sad to read about Ken in the paper this morning, Alta. What an absolutely wonderful person he will always remain in the memories we cherish. You and Ken were the kindest of friends and I know you both always showed boundless energy and a love of life. My healing thoughts go out to you and your family.
Love,
Jeanne
Jeanne Kleinman Williams
June 18, 2014
I was so sad to read about Ken in the paper this morning, Alta. What an absolutely wonderful person he will always remain in the memories we cherish. You and Ken were the kindest of friends and I know you both always showed boundless energy and a love of life. My healing thoughts go out to you and your family.
Love,
Jeanne
Lile Budden
June 17, 2014
Ken was a joy to be around, witty and fun to visit with. Alta, May your good memories of him keep you strong in this sad time, thinking of you!! Lile and Dee
June 17, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times. We will always remember the good time on Little Nell Court.
Marcy and Wes Gulden
June 17, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family though these difficult times. We always remember the good times we had on Little Nell Ct.
Love always Marcy and Wes Gulden
Cindy Pearl
June 16, 2014
Alta, Kathy and Jay- please accept my love and sympathy. Ill always cherish the times Susan and I spent at the house in the Springs- the way Ken could sing Jim Croce - amazing!! May God's grace surrounds you now and you feel his peace.
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