Evelyn D. Poppe Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

EVELYN POPPE NORWAY- Evelyn D. Poppe age 88 of Norway, died Monday, January 21, 2013 at Dickinson Co. Memorial Hospital in Iron Mountain, MI. She was born on December 3, 1924 in Norway, the daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Brum) Poppe. The doctor’s told her parents she wouldn’t make her 7th birthday, but Evelyn defied the odds. Evelyn was known for her cheerfulness and her good nature; she was always upbeat and never complained She had a great sense of humor and always had a smile on her face and a cheerful word for all her caregivers. Evelyn enjoyed reading, playing cards, BINGO and most of all visiting with people. She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Sandra Blom of Ocala, FL., James Bianchi of Iron Mountain, Sally Stedman of Ormond Beach, FL., and David Stedman of Chicago, IL. Evelyn was preceded in death by her sisters Irene Bianchi and Margaret Stedman. Her family would like to thank the Doctors and Nurses at Dickinson Co. Memorial Hospital and the staff at Maryhill Manor for all their care and concern over the years. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church with Fr. Timothy Ekaitis, presiding. Interment will follow at the Norway Township Cemetery.

Evelyn D. Poppe

December 3, 1924 - January 21, 2013