Daniel E. Choplick

Daniel E. Choplick, 81, of Friedensburg, passed away Monday, December 30th, at home.

Born in Phoenixville, PA on March 24, 1943, he was the son of the late Caroline K. (Bucharski) and Charles M. Choplick.

Married 26 years, Daniel was the husband of Janine (Dippel) Choplick.

Daniel was a 1961 graduate of Coal Township High School.

He was employed as a truck driver for Lehigh Valley Dairy Farms, Schuylkill Haven,where he was also a proud lifelong member of Teamsters Local Union 429.

Daniel was a lifetime member of Independence Fire Co., Shamokin and Excelsior Hunting Camp, Elk Grove, where his father was a founding member. He was a volunteer at Hillside SPCA, Pottsville and transporter for Glen Highland Border Collie Rescue.

Daniel was an avid sports fan for the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles.

He had a passion for riding his Harley, frequently participating in Poker Runs.

In addition to his wife, Daniel is survived by three sons, Daniel Choplick, of Harrisburg, PA; Charles Choplick, husband of Tracey, of Halifax, PA; Brian Choplick, partner of Elvin, of Phoenixville, PA; step son, Jonathan Nush, at home; grandson, Nicholas, and wife, Paula, of Maryland; and great grandchildren, Max & Gwen. He is also survived by a brother, Bruce, husband of Jane; a brother-in-law, Rob, husband of Eneida; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Daniel is preceded in death by brothers, Charles and Chester; sister, Carol (Bubernack); father-in-law; Robert; and mother-in-law; Dawn.

Services are private at the convenience of family.

At the family's request, memorial donations may be forwarded to Hillside SPCA, PO Box 233 Pottsville, PA 17901. Please mark on the envelope that the donation is towards Joe and Caroline's fund.