Mildred A. (Midge) Popish
September 16, 1926 ~ September 10, 2012
Mildred Ann "Midge" Popish, 85, of Weirton died Monday September 10, 2012, at the Valley Hospice Care Center North, Steubenville, OH.
Born on September 16, 1926 in West Frankfort, IL, Midge was the daughter of the late John and Ann Klash Douglas. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Elwood L. " Woody" Popish on May 8, 1993; and a brother, George E. Douglas on August 21, 2004.
Midge was a homemaker who enjoyed gardening, hummingbirds, bowling, needle point, dancing, reading, crossword puzzles and playing scrabble. She loved to cook and bake and was known for her wedding soup, cheesecake and her finger - licking good fried chicken. But most of all Midge will be remembered for her love of her children especially her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and her beloved cat of 18 years pebbles.
She was a member of Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church and the Christian Mothers.
Midge is survived by her son, David Popish of Weirton; four daughters, Nancy (Kermit) Kowalski of Weirton, Sharon (Gino) Proia of Fort Myers, FL, Suzanne (Scott) Resnick of Gilbert, AZ, and Diane (Dale) Smith of Goldsboro, NC; thirteen grandchildren, Shawn, Eric, McKenna and Caiden Popish, Kerri Kowalski, Brooke Kowalski Mayka, Leeanna and Marcus Mantica, Mallory and Brandon Proia, Tyler Gould, Brittany Toler Smith and Matthew Smith; and eight great grandchildren.
Visitation will be 4-8 PM Wednesday at the Greco- Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton.
Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10:30 AM Thursday, at Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, Weirton.
Interment will follow at Saint Paul Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Hancock County Animal Shelter 715 Gas Valley Road New Cumberland, WV 26047.
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My heart goes out to my Suzanne and her family. I know this has been a very hard time for all of you but know that your Mother is finally at peace.
My heart and prayers go to all of you. I have many memories of Midge and Woody when I was younger. I honestly wish I could be there for you,maybe someday soon. My mom (Dorothy) sends her condolences as well.
My thoughts and prayers to each of you at this time. I pray that you will take comfort in the knowledge that you will one day be reunited in heaven.
To the entire Popish family, I was so sad to hear of Midge’s passing, but I remember her fondly as part of growing up on Fairway Street. I send my sympathy and wishes for comfort and strength in the coming days!
My deepest sympathy to David, Nancy, Sharon, Suzanne, and Diane as well as all the grandchildren. I will always remember Midge, especially playing Boggle with her and Woody every day when they visited us in Florida. She was tough to beat. Midge was a great wife and mother. She lead a full life and it’s time for her to now rest in peace and enjoy an eternity with Woody in heaven. My sincere sympathy.
dear Nancy and family,Im so sorry for your loss.I tried catching you at hospital last week.My mom was right across hall from yours.There both with the lord now.God Bless you and your family.and Valley Hospice
Suzanne, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending you a big hug!
David: Larry and I wish to offer our deepest condolences to you and your entire family on the loss of your beloved mother. Larry and Anna Marie Kaser
Dave, I am sending my thoughts and prayers to you all! I am truly sorry for your loss!
Dave, I am sending my thoughts and prayers to you all! I am truly sorry for your loss!
Nancy and family, I have no words that can take away your pain. Loosing your beautiful mom is going to be so hard. I got to spend some time with her at Kerri’s graduation party and I really enjoyed her company. She was such a joy!! She is privileged to enter into the beautiful kingdom in heaven in the arms of your dad! Comforting to know that, She is happy as can be, it is us who suffer,missing our loved ones. God Bless all of you and my heart goes out to you. Love Sherri LaRosa Grieco
to Nancy,my dear friend and siblings, David, Sharon, Suzanne and Diane, thinking of you today, as you go through mourning the loss of your Mom, she was very sweet, and I will always remember her and your Dad Woody, together now in Heaven, Love you Nancy i cant be there in person but there in heart for you as you go through this very sad time from Lisa Robbins
Dear Nancy, David, And. Family We were so. Sorry to. Hear of your mom passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Don and. Gloria Ross
Thinking of you all.
My deepest sympathy to the Popish family. Dave she leaves a lot of great memories that no one can erase.
David,Nancy, Sharon, Suzanne, Sharon and families, George and I are deeply saddened by the news of your mom’s passing. I just mentioned to him that I wanted to go this Sunday and see her but my legs won’t carry me. The lymph fluids in them won’t allow me to stand anymore so I will be unable to come to the funeral home or funeral for a visit but wanted all of you to know that you have my deepest sympathy. Midge and I had many good times doing dog therapy as well as the many times that we played Acey Ducey her favorite game. She was always fun to be around and enjoyed baking her famous cheesecakes which were probably the best that anyone ever made. She was a good wife and mother and friend and she will be missed. I will keep all of you in my prayers as you face these tough days ahead. God bless all of you with strength and courage to go on. Mary and George Velegol
Nancy and Family: My Deepest Sympathies for you and your family on the loss of your dear mother. With the lose of my mom not that long ago, I know exactly how you feel. My prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Renee Bennett-Lemal
Dear Nancy and Family, Our hearts go out to you at this time of great loss and with everything else you have been going through lately. A mother leaves such an important impression on us in everything we do and are. Take comfort while missing your mom that she has left such a wonderful imprint on you and it shows in all that you do while living your life. Your mom will never be far because she will always be within you! You share a piece of her with everyone you come in contact with so you should never feel alone. Take care dear friend, you will work through this time of great stress and are not alone. Family & friends are always by your side.
Dear Popish Family, I was sorry to read of the passing of your Mother. You are in my prayers.
David and Family, Really sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. It’s really a sad time for all of you, but keep all the good memories in your heart. Prayers are with all of you.
Dave, Nancy and family, We are so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. All of you are in our prayers during this time. Your mom is at peace and resting in the arms of the Lord.
My love, prayers and support go out to all of you, Dave, Nancy, Sharon, Suzanne and Diane. Always will cherish our childhood memories of our family visits with you and your dad, Woody and your mom, Midge. Love you all very much. We will all see all of our loved ones soon.
Dave,was very sad to hear of the loss of your mom.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
To the Popish Family, We are so sorry for the passing of your Mommy. She was a very kind and sweet lady. Our prayers go with you through out your days to keep you strong and hold unto all of those memories. with our love
Hi Mom, I think about you everyday and I am missing you terribly. I still want to visit you and buy you things at the store. I see your belongings and miss you even more. God gained a special angel in you. You and Dad can now watch over all of us, especially Kermit for me. I know you are with us and guiding us. I feel it. I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART FOREVER AND ALWAYS, MOM! <3
Hi Mom, I think about you everyday and I am missing you terribly. I still want to visit you and buy you things at the store. I see your belongings and miss you even more. God gained a special angel in you. You and Dad can now watch over all of us, especially Kermit for me. I know you are with us and guiding us. I feel it. I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART FOREVER AND ALWAYS, MOM! <3