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Geri Dawn Kopp
01/19/1953 — 12/30/2003
From West, Richland, WA, US | Born in Fargo, NorthDakota
Geri Dawn Kopp
Geri Dawn Kopp
''Sweet and Gentle like a Fawn, that's my darling Geri Dawn''. Dad Geri Dawn Kopp, age 50, of West Richland, WA passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2003 at Kadlec Medical Center due to complications from a long term terminal illness.
She was born January 19, 1953 to Harold and Edna Heuer Schonberger in Fargo, North Dakota.
Geri grew up in North Dakota and lived in Fargo, Minot, Williston and Bismarck where she graduated from Bismarck High School in 1971. On April 24, 1976 she married John Kopp in Bismarck, North Dakota and they made Cottage Grove, Minnesota their home. On October 28, 1977 her daughter Kristie was born and Geri and Kristie moved to Bismarck, North Dakota and then to the Tri-Cities in 1991. Geri was employed in Richland by Westinghouse, Kaiser and then Fluor Federal Services.
Geri was a member of Richland Lutheran Church and enjoyed reading, movies, and taking care of her dog, Bentley, who was her constant companion. Prior to her illness, Geri taught Sunday School at Richland Lutheran Church and was devoted to her daughter, Kristie, and our families.
She is preceded in death by her father, Harold. She is survived by her daughter, Kristie Kopp, Seattle, Washington; mother Edna Schonberger, Richland, Washington; brother James Becky Schonberger, Bloomington, Indiana; sisters Jan Steve Wisness, Richland, Washington; Jackie Bruce Slonecker, Pasco, Washington; nieces Jaime Ryan Femreite, Richland, Washington and Andrea Slonecker, Pasco, Washington; nephews Charlie and Robert Schonberger, Bloomington, Indiana and Ryan Wisness, Richland, Washington.
Einan's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. There will be a private family service per Geri's wishes. Contributions may be made to the United Way, 401 N Young, Kennewick, WA 99336 or an organization of your choice. Geri will be greatly missed. We know Geri is finally at peace and happy.
I enjoyed working with Geri at the ND Parole/Probation Office in Bismarck ND. She taught me alot and when she left her position in our office, I assumed her job duties.
I loved to hear her laugh. She had such a cute giggle. I remember her & I laughing alot at work because it made our jobs easier to deal with. I remember her talking about Kristie alot. I know I met Kristie only a few times but felt I really knew her well as Geri was very proud of her and spoke of her often. The Christmas letters Geri shared over the years were always filled with lots of news about Kristie and the dog Bentley too!! I will miss those Christmas letters from Geri.
My thoughts and prayers are with Geri’s family. I know Kristie that your mom enjoyed sharing her life with you as you were a very important person to her as well as the rest of her family members, but especially Kristie.
My Deepest Sympathy from a friend in ND. Sharon E. Bachmeier-Wagner
Our family would like to thank everyone who had been praying for Geri, and those who continue to keep us in their thoughts. We will be forever grateful to Pastor Hickman of Richland Lutheran Church, Pastor Tim Ledbetter of Kadlec Medical Center, Gary at Einan’s Funeral Home,and the outstanding nurses on Kadlec’s ICU and 3rd floor Medical. Thank you so much.
My darling Geri is gone from this earth to be with her Heavenly Father, She is gone forever but will live in my heart always.when youn lose a child youlose the future, when you bury a parent you lose the past. And so it is. God bless Geri and keep her sade .
I enjoyed working with Geri at the ND Parole/Probation Office in Bismarck ND. She taught me alot and when she left her position in our office, I assumed her job duties.
I loved to hear her laugh. She had such a cute giggle. I remember her & I laughing alot at work because it made our jobs easier to deal with. I remember her talking about Kristie alot. I know I met Kristie only a few times but felt I really knew her well as Geri was very proud of her and spoke of her often. The Christmas letters Geri shared over the years were always filled with lots of news about Kristie and the dog Bentley too!! I will miss those Christmas letters from Geri.
My thoughts and prayers are with Geri’s family. I know Kristie that your mom enjoyed sharing her life with you as you were a very important person to her as well as the rest of her family members, but especially Kristie.
My Deepest Sympathy from a friend in ND. Sharon E. Bachmeier-Wagner
Our family would like to thank everyone who had been praying for Geri, and those who continue to keep us in their thoughts. We will be forever grateful to Pastor Hickman of Richland Lutheran Church, Pastor Tim Ledbetter of Kadlec Medical Center, Gary at Einan’s Funeral Home,and the outstanding nurses on Kadlec’s ICU and 3rd floor Medical. Thank you so much.
My darling Geri is gone from this earth to be with her Heavenly Father, She is gone forever but will live in my heart always.when youn lose a child youlose the future, when you bury a parent you lose the past. And so it is. God bless Geri and keep her sade .
My love, sympathy & prayers are with you, Edna, Jim, Jan, Jackie & families. I have many wonderful memories of Geri, and I can close my eyes and see & hear her laughing. She had a cute laugh. Just know that she is with her dad now and in the arms of Jesus. What a glorious day for her.
Blessings and Love, Aunt Willa
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with all the family members. May God’s love and promises comfort you during this most difficult time. In His Love, Aunt Betty
Geri and I worked together while she was employed at Hanford with Kaiser and Fluor. Geri had a wonderful laugh, cherished her daughter and enjoyed her reading, movies and her Bentley! She will be missed and may she have the peace and joy she so deserves. Thoughts, prayers and sympathy to Kristie and the rest of the family.
Edna and families,
I am so sorry to read about your loss. I am praying that you are able to feel GOD’s peace in this time of sorrow!
GOD bless YOU!!!
Dearest Edna and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss of Geri. I know you’re going through a very difficult time, and I’m glad you are such a close family who can help each other through this. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of all your friends at Miller School in Bismarck, ND.
Even though I didn’t know Geri, she must have been a good sister and daughter. She has a lovely mother and wonderful sisters who obviously care very much for her. God Bless you all.
Rose Gray
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