Catherine M. Sopkovich

Catherine M. Sopkovich, 82 of Struthers, died on April 7, 2026. She was born November 1, 1943 in Struthers, Ohio, daughter of the late John and Mary Matijasic (Vrankovich) of Struthers.

After graduating from Struthers High School, Catherine worked as a seamstress for Moyer Company in Youngstown and later worked in the restaurant at Fonderlac Country Club (currently known as The Lake Club).

Catherine attended St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church in Struthers before marriage, then attended St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church in Youngstown, where she volunteered.

Catherine was a truly selfless person. She became a loving, full-time caregiver to her Mother-In-Law and Father-In-Law for several years. In her free time, Catherine enjoyed going to local bingo games, vacations to casinos, and visiting family around the country. Family gatherings were always lively events, full of laughter, and usually ending with card games.

A beloved wife and mother, Catherine is survived by her daughter, Valerie (Raymond) Wyant, and sons, Joseph J. Sopkovich, III, and Jon Sopkovich, along with several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Catherine was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Joseph J. Sopkovich Jr., brothers Joseph, John (Virginia), Robert (Jean) Matijasic, and sisters Agnes Meluch and Marie (Geno) DeMarco. She was also preceded in death by her loving Brother-In-Law and Sister-In-Law Eugene and Katherine Pastor.

While she loved and appreciated all who knew her, per Catherine’s wishes, there are no calling hours or services planned.

The family would like to thank the staff at Maplecrest Nursing Home in Struthers, as well as the staff at Mercy Health - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital for their dedication, care, and compassion throughout Catherine’s illnesses.

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