John Thomas Colopy
April 17, 1913 - June 25, 2016
John Thomas Colopy, 103 of Sun City, West, AZ, formally of Zanesville, died, Saturday, June 25, 2016 following a very brief illness. John was able to live in his own home up to 21 days prior to his death. He was born Thursday, April 17, 1913 in Zanesville, the son of Charles Colopy and Mary (Hannah) Colopy and was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. John was born and raised in Zanesville and worked as Chief Clerk for the B & O Railroad retiring in 1977 following 34 years of service. He was very active in the Knight of Columbus, # 505 serving as Past Grand Knight and Secretary for many years. John was also a 4th Degree Knight. Following his retirement he moved to Sun City, Arizona where he enjoyed golf, bowling and was a member of the APA Gold Club and the Ohio Club. John is survived by his care giver of over 15 years, Clara Sisk of Sun City, AZ; one granddaughter: Shannon (Chet) Thomas of Quaker City, two great grandchildren: Kaila Hedges & Kaisa Thomas and three great great grandsons Lane Johnston, Xzabyer Beldean & Xzander Thomas. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his 1st wife, Betty (Lewis) Colopy; his 2nd wife: Hilda (Grant) Sisk-Colopy; his daughter: Sharon Hedges and one brother: Edward Colopy A Memorial Mass will be Celebrated 10:00 AM, Tuesday, August 9, 2016, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church 144 North Fifth Street, Zanesville, with a Dominican Father as celebrant. John will be laid to rest in Woodlawn Cemetery. To sign the online register book or to send a personal condolence note please visit www.hilliscombsnestor.com
John Thomas Colopy, 103 of Sun City, West, AZ, formally of Zanesville, died, Saturday, June 25, 2016 following a very brief illness. John was able to live in his own home up to 21 days prior to his death. He was born Thursday, April 17, 1913... View Obituary & Service Information
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