Ronald M. Popp

Ronald M. Popp, 81, a lifelong resident of Indianapolis, suddenly and unexpectedly passed away on March 11, 2018, in Deerfield Beach, Florida where he and his wife, Sue, spent winters. Ron was born, October 14, 1936 to Roger and Marijane Popp and attended Public School #80, Shortridge High School and Indiana University. While at IU, Ron was one of the founding members of the Beta Iota Chapter of Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity. The founding of the House had a special place in his heart. The elements of hard work, brotherhood, lifelong friendships and community service continued as recurring themes throughout his life.

Ron was deeply involved in civic life in Indianapolis, contributing to numerous community service organizations including The Columbia Club, Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation, Rotary International, and SCORE. Ron was the first Jewish president of the Murat Shrine Clowns and was also known as "Pop-O T. Clown". He was a proud business owner, working alongside his father, and brother, Douglas Popp at Roger Popp Inc, until Ron's retirement in 2004. He was president of the National Industrial Glove Distributors Association (NIGDA). Ron was also involved in numerous professional societies related to his business.

In 1957, Ron married the love of his life, Susan Popp. They spent 60 years together. Ron and Sue worked side by side and travelled extensively, but nothing was more important to them than their family.

Along with Sue, Ron is survived by his brothers, Dr. Richard Popp (and his wife Janis), and Douglas Popp (and Sharon Linder); children, Lori & Gary Moss, Beth & Abshalom Meiri and Amy Popp; grandchildren, Ethan and Rachel Moss, Mark and Dana Moss, Raphael, Yonatan, Ephraim and Binyamin Meiri, and Jillian Popp; as well as a large extended family. In addition, Ron is survived by hundreds of friends, many of whom he has known since childhood.

The funeral will be Thursday, March 15, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation, 6501 N. Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN.

Donations in Ron's memory can be made to Jewish Family Services/Popsie's Pantry 6905 Hoover Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46260.

Arrangements entrusted to A.R.N. Funeral & Cremation Services. Friends may leave a memory or message of condolence by visiting the online obituary at www.arnmortuary.com.

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