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Donald Lee Popkins

Date of Death: December 31, 1969

Donald Lee Popkins

Donald Lee Popkins, 69, of Frederick County, Virginia, died Thursday, January 12, 2012, in Blue Ridge Hospice Residential Center.

Mr. Popkins was born in 1942, in Bluemont, Virginia, the son of Harry S. Popkins and the late Stella Mae Popkins. He was a Quality Control Manager with Chem-Pac, Inc. in Martinsburg, West Virginia. Mr. Popkins was a member of Victory Church and received a chemistry degree from Lord Fairfax College. Don was an avid sportsman and enthusiast he had a love for hunting and fishing as well as bowling. However his real true passion was his garden. Don was also an active member of the Izaak Walton League.

He married Anna B. Ketterman on December 29, 1971, in Winchester, Virginia.

Surviving with his wife, and his father, are four daughters, Sharon Daniels and her husband, Jason, of Linden, Virginia, Sandra Rowe and husband, Robert, of Florida, Susan Baker and husband, Bobby, of Salem, Virginia, Sherry Coffin and husband, David, of Winchester; two sons, Pete Boyce and wife, Marilyn, of Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania, Bradley Boyce and wife, Janet, of Winchester, 13 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; three brothers, Preston Popkins of Aldie, Virginia, Bobby Popkins and wife, Carol, of Front Royal, Virginia and Douglas Popkins of Harrisonburg, Virginia.

A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Monday at Omps Funeral home, Amherst Chapel with Pastor David Consolo officiating. Interment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park, Frederick County, Virginia.

Pallbearers will be Ray Michaell, Randy Duane, Denny Booker, Buddy Swain, Bill Painter, and Carl Hammon.

The family will receive friends on Sunday afternoon from 1:00-3:00 PM at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, Virginia 22601.

Please view obituaries and tribute wall at www.ompsfuneralhome.com.

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Donald Lee Popkins Donald Lee Popkins, 69, of Frederick County, Virginia, died Thursday, January 12, 2012, in Blue Ridge Hospice Residential Center. Mr. Popkins was born in 1942, in Bluemont, Virginia, the son of Harry S. Popkins and the late Stella Mae Popkins. He was a Quality Control Manager with Chem-Pac, Inc. in Martinsburg, WestContinue Reading

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Ashley Coffin left a message on January 13, 2012:
Grandad- I wasn't there to tell you that I love you one last time, I wanted you to wait for me. I would give anything just for 5 more minutes with you but I know that you are in a better place and that you know just how much you mean to me. I never did perfect your shrimp cooking technique. I don't think they will ever taste as good as yours but I will practice and try to remember all the tips you gave me. I love you and I will miss you forever.
Pamela Hedrick Harper left a message on January 15, 2012:
Anna and Family (especially Brad)~You have my deepest sympathy. I'm so sorry for your loss. I feel your pain, as I lost my dad Nov. 22, 2010 to a cancerous GMB brain tumor. Once we found out the problem, he left this world far too quick. Be strong. Be there for each other and help one another through this tragic moment in your life. Cousin Brad-it has been far too long since we have seen each other. Working at the bank was a blast with you! Miss Virginia, but I visit my mother and brother quite often. I live in Seneca Rocks, WV (in the boonies!) Call me sometime and come visit. Love to all your family! God Bless! Pamela Hedrick Harper (304)567-2029
McKenzie Coffin left a message on January 15, 2012:
Grandad- you looked so perfect today, so peaceful. so handsome (as always) when you died a piece of my heart went with you but I know that its never goodbye, just see you later. i can only imagine the smile on your face today and excitement in your eyes as you spent your first sunday in heaven. you will ALWAYS be my favorite grandad and i will ALWAYS be YOUR little heffer, no one else is allowed to call me that :) you keep enjoying yourself up there and until we are reunited ill be loving and missing you always.
Ruth Graves,Marie Shifflett left a message on January 16, 2012:
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Jamar Crawford left a message on January 16, 2012:
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Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Cindy Cook left a message on January 17, 2012:
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Cindy Cook left a message on January 17, 2012:
Ann & Family, We are so sorry we couldn't be there. We didn't know until Jane called us. If we would have known sooner, we would have been there for you. We're so sorry for your loss and your in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!! Love, Dave & Cindy
michelle left a message on June 23, 2012:
sorry i miss ur funeral didnt hear bout it till late i no we didnt see each other tht mt i still love u and miss u.. r in a better place we love u.. love dominic hunter brookelynn star donovan and taylor and michelle
Amber Mounts left a message on December 10, 2012:
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Mckenzie Coffin left a message on January 13, 2012:
Missing you grandad can't wait to see you again, im gonna pinch your sides really good for all the times you got me :) im so proud of you you fought so hard I will always be so proud to call you my grandad, keep dancing with Jesus. I love you- Mckenzie (your little heffer)
Mckenzie Coffin left a message on January 13, 2012:
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Spanky left a message on January 14, 2012:
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Deborah Garrison left a message on January 13, 2012:
Camouflage was his favorite color! We miss you 'Pops' and love you deeply! Dance for Jesus....I'm sure He was so happy to welcome you home!
BJ,Karen, Hailee & Caydence Boyce left a message on January 13, 2012:
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Sherry Coffin left a message on January 13, 2012:
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Anna Popkins left a message on January 13, 2012:
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Robbie Anderson left a message on January 13, 2012:
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Dave Coffin left a message on January 13, 2012:
Big Don hard 2 believe how fast everything happened sometimes i think its just a dream and we ll wake up and you ll still be here.We got 2 talk alot b4 u left and i made u some promises and told not 2 worry about anything and u said u wouldnt .I ll hold down down the fort until we are together again .I miss you and love you man get the garden ready because we ll see you again .
Bill Painter left a message on January 13, 2012:
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Dave Coffin left a message on January 13, 2012:
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Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Regina Swain left a message on January 13, 2012:
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public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Grandad- I wasn't there to tell you that I love you one last time, I wanted you to wait for me. I would give anything just for 5 more minutes with you but I know that you are in a better place and that you know just how much you mean to me. I never did perfect your shrimp cooking technique. I don't think they will ever taste as good as yours but I will practice and try to remember all the tips you gave me. I love you and I will miss you forever.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Camouflage was his favorite color! We miss you 'Pops' and love you deeply! Dance for Jesus....I'm sure He was so happy to welcome you home!
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Big Don hard 2 believe how fast everything happened sometimes i think its just a dream and we ll wake up and you ll still be here.We got 2 talk alot b4 u left and i made u some promises and told not 2 worry about anything and u said u wouldnt .I ll hold down down the fort until we are together again .I miss you and love you man get the garden ready because we ll see you again .
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
You're in a better place, I've heard a thousand times And at least a thousand times I've rejoiced for you But the reason why I'm broken, the reason why I cry Is how long must I wait to be with you I close my eyes and I see your face If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow I've never been more homesick than now
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Grandad- I know you are at rest and in a better place. You fought a hard fight and we're all so proud of you. I love and miss you.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Anna and Family (especially Brad)~You have my deepest sympathy. I'm so sorry for your loss. I feel your pain, as I lost my dad Nov. 22, 2010 to a cancerous GMB brain tumor. Once we found out the problem, he left this world far too quick. Be strong. Be there for each other and help one another through this tragic moment in your life. Cousin Brad-it has been far too long since we have seen each other. Working at the bank was a blast with you! Miss Virginia, but I visit my mother and brother quite often. I live in Seneca Rocks, WV (in the boonies!) Call me sometime and come visit. Love to all your family! God Bless! Pamela Hedrick Harper (304)567-2029
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Grandad- you looked so perfect today, so peaceful. so handsome (as always) when you died a piece of my heart went with you but I know that its never goodbye, just see you later. i can only imagine the smile on your face today and excitement in your eyes as you spent your first sunday in heaven. you will ALWAYS be my favorite grandad and i will ALWAYS be YOUR little heffer, no one else is allowed to call me that :) you keep enjoying yourself up there and until we are reunited ill be loving and missing you always.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
sorry i miss ur funeral didnt hear bout it till late i no we didnt see each other tht mt i still love u and miss u.. r in a better place we love u.. love dominic hunter brookelynn star donovan and taylor and michelle
Sharon Daniels left a message on January 13, 2012:
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Danielle Bass left a message on January 13, 2012:
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public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Missing you grandad can't wait to see you again, im gonna pinch your sides really good for all the times you got me :) im so proud of you you fought so hard I will always be so proud to call you my grandad, keep dancing with Jesus. I love you- Mckenzie (your little heffer)
Jeremy Bass left a message on January 13, 2012:
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Victoria Daniels left a message on January 13, 2012:
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Mckenzie Coffin left a message on January 14, 2012:
You're in a better place, I've heard a thousand times And at least a thousand times I've rejoiced for you But the reason why I'm broken, the reason why I cry Is how long must I wait to be with you I close my eyes and I see your face If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow I've never been more homesick than now
Danielle Bass left a message on January 14, 2012:
Grandad- I know you are at rest and in a better place. You fought a hard fight and we're all so proud of you. I love and miss you.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Roxie Dodson left a message on January 14, 2012:
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Omps Funeral Home left a message:
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