GEORGE LEONARD POPKO Denver, NC - On June 17, 2020, George Pap Popko passed peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his loving wife of 47 years and his children. George was born on March 12, 1949, to the late Goldie and George W. Popeye Popko. He dedicated his life to teaching young children and retired 17 years ago after devoting 30 years in Montgomery County Public Schools, MD. helping young kids be successful. George will forever be remembered as a Steeler fan, an exotic car buff, and most of all a dedicated family man with an incredible sense of humor. George was a fighter and an inspiration to many. He survived 16 years after being diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer which is unheard of. George's survivors include his wife, Patricia; his children, Kevin, Christopher, Jennifer; daughters-in-law, Gini and Jeannine; son in-law, Keith; his grandchildren, Addison, Kobie, Kate, Xander, Anthony, Andrew, Riley; and his beloved Golden Retriever, Abbey. Additionally, George was the oldest brother of four siblings that will miss him dearly, David, Gerald, Brian and his baby sister Jackie. Condolences - THE GOOD SAMARITAN FUNERAL HOME. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb