Opp, Robert Stephen

R. Stephen Opp

(August 11, 1943 - November 21, 2011)

Robert Stephen Opp, 68, a resident of Montoursville, PA, passed away on Monday, November 21, 2011 in The Gatehouse at Williamsport, PA following a valiant battle with cancer.

Born in Williamsport, Lycoming County, PA, on Wednesday, August 11, 1943, he was the son of the late Robert Kimber and Jeannette (Hester) Opp.

Steve was a 1961 graduate of Muncy High School and received a bachelor of arts degree in English from Muhlenberg College in 1965. He had served with the National Guard. He was employed as a salesman by Alcan Cable, Williamsport, PA retiring in 2001. Steve was then employed by South Wire, Atlanta, GA and then the Pennsylvania State Liquor Control Board from which he retired in March of this year to truly enjoy life.

Steve was a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, the Susquehanna Boat Club and the National Rifle Association. He loved to boat and fish and enjoyed being in the out of doors.

He is survived by one son, James Stephen Opp, Helena, MT; two brothers, Richard K. Opp, Muncy, PA; Rodney H.  Opp, South Williamsport, PA; his long time companion, Sharlene Hain, Montoursville, PA and his beloved dog, Cami.

A celebration of Steve's life will be held at the Galen R. Betzer Funeral Service, 108 North Main Street, Muncy, PA at 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 26, 2011 with Brian Osman officiating. Interment will be in the Twin Hills Memorial Park, Fairfield Twp. Friends may call on Saturday from 11- 1 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to The Gatehouse, 1100 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701.

Please visit www.betzerfuneral.com to sign the guest book or send an e-condolence.