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Michael Popovich

  • September 24, 1930 - January 20, 2012
  • Weirton, West Virginia
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“Dear Mary & Family, We were so saddened to hear of Mike's passing. He was a wonderful person and we will always have fond memories of him. Our...Read More » ”
1 of 12 | Posted by: Nic & Cleopatra Barone - PA

“Our hearts our heavy with your loss, Koumbaro Mike. God be with Koumbara Mary & your family at this time. Tes hores to ne, Love you, Koumbari-...Read More » ”
2 of 12 | Posted by: Georgia Kilavos - MI

“Dear Nouna and Family, I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Nouno Mike. I remember fondly the Christmas mornings when I'd find your present...Read More » ”
3 of 12 | Posted by: Zachary Papas - Dallas, TX

“Dear Mary & Family So sorry about Mike's passing. Many memories of his dedication to the HBPA and HBPA Trust. My prayers to you and your family. ”
4 of 12 | Posted by: Lora Bailey - New Cumberland, WV

“Sending my deepest sympathies to all of Mikes family...Was so saddened to read this.He was always such a very nice man and my family and myself...Read More » ”
5 of 12 | Posted by: Auberta Long - Toronto, OH

“To Mary and family, We have lost someone very special and someone who touched many hearts and you are in our thoughts and prayers. We wish we...Read More » ”
6 of 12 | Posted by: Gary and Julie Wallden - Aurora, CO

“So sorry to hear of your loss. I know Allura will miss her grandfather so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ”
7 of 12 | Posted by: Marilouise Kamppi - Chester, WV

“Dear Koumbara, Christopher, Malina, Allura, Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you all are very close in...Read More » ”
8 of 12 | Posted by: Stacia Gialamas - Dallas, TX

“To my Nona, Christopher, Malina and Allura, I was saddened by the news of Nono's passing.He was a good man,and I pray and hope that we can all be...Read More » ”
9 of 12 | Posted by: Michael,Despina ,Demetra ,Anna and Eugenia Mantikas - NY

“To my Nona, Christopher, Malina and Allura, My heart hurts for you. And I am so sad to have lost someone so special to me. Nono had such a good...Read More » ”
10 of 12 | Posted by: Kristina - Pittsburgh, PA

“My friend Dave Ralston and I worked for Mike at the drugstore when we were young boys growing up. He treated us well and taught us more. He was a...Read More » ”
11 of 12 | Posted by: Tim Thompson - Lincoln Park, MI

“You are in my thoughts and prayers. Linda ”
12 of 12 | Posted by: Linda - Montgomery Village, MD


Michael Popovich, 81, of Weirton died unexpectedly on Friday January 20, 2012, at his home. Born on September 24, 1920 in Ginger Hill, PA, Michael was a son of the late Simeon and Anastasia Gresko Popovich, He was also preceded in death by his four brothers, Harry, John, Paul, and Daniel Popovich. Michael was the Salutatorian of Snowden High School and graduated with honors from Ohio University School of Pharmacy. He was a United States Army Veteran serving in the Medics on the Alaskan Island known as Attuo from 1952-1954. He started his pharmacy career in Steubenville OH, with the Gray Drugstore and the Welsh Drugstore. In 1964 Michael purchased Noonan's Drugstore in Toronto, OH, and changed the name to Mike's Rexall. He owned and operated the pharmacy for forty three years until his retirement in 2000. Mike was a member of the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, AHEPA Lodge, and the Hancock Senior Citizens. He enjoyed training horses, traveling with the Hancock County Seniors, and decorating the Church at Easter. Most of all he loved spending time with his granddaughter. He will always be remembered for his generosity, helping others, and his kind nature. He is survived by his wife, of 40 years, Mary Mousadis Popovich, their son, Christopher Michael (Malina) Popovich of Weirton; a granddaughter, Allura Anastasia Popovich; a sister, Mary (Paul) Petro of Donora, PA; brother in laws, Jim (Effie) Mousadis, Pete (Toni) Mousadis; sister in law, Claudette Frangopoulos; twelve godchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 3-7 PM Sunday and 3-8 PM Monday at the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church, 3528 West Street Weirton. Additional visitation will be held at the church 10 AM until time of services at 11 AM on Tuesday. Reverend Father Frank A. Milanese will preside. Interment will follow Chestnut Ridge Cemetery, with military graveside services conducted by the American Legion Firing Squad. AHEPA Services will be conducted 7 PM Monday in the Church followed by the Trisagion Service at 7:30 PM. Memorial Contributions may be made to a family request at the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church. Share tributes and memories at www.grecohertnick.com