Obituary

Koplin, William A. 93, Johnstown, died November 19, 2015 at home.  Born September 21, 1922 in Johnstown; son of the late Roman and Katherine (Barashofka) Koplin.  Preceded in death by wife, Kathryn (Suboleski) Koplin; infant twin brother, John; brothers, Harry, James and Mike and sister, Marie.  Survived by children, Karen Whitten married to Melvin, Franklin; William M. Koplin and friend, Catherine Machnics, Christine Helsel married to Ted, and Mark Koplin, all Johnstown;  grandchildren, Melissa Whitten, Pittsburgh; Andrew Koplin and Ian Helsel, both of Johnstown; brother, John Koplin, FL; and sister, Anne Jary, OH; also numerous nieces and nephews.

Retired craneman for Bethlehem Steel Corp.  He was a U.S. Army Veteran and earned a Purple Heart in WWII.  William enjoyed being outdoors, gardening and flowers.

Friends received Tuesday, November 24th, from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at Hindman Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc.  1521 Frankstown Rd., Celebration of Life Director, Wayne Ayer, officiating.  Military honors conducted by VFW Menoher Post 155 Ritual Team.  Arrangements in care of Hindman Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., exclusive provider of “Veterans and Family Memorial Care.” Condolences may be made at HindmanFuneralHomes.com