Michael W. Ropka, 79 of Gettysburg, PA peacefully passed away with his daughter by his side on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at his home.
Born August 14, 1946 in Baltimore, MD he was the son of the late Albert & Evelyn (Ironmonger) Ropka.
He was predeceased by his wife of 57 years, Frances Virginia (Chilcoat) Ropka, who died February 23, 2026.
Michael was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving during the Vietnam War. He served as a Customer Service Representative with United Postal Service in the Baltimore area for 31 years before his retirement.
During his retirement years he served as a limousine driver for two companies totaling 13 years.
Michael was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Gettysburg, National Street Rods Association and the Liberty Street Rods. He was very proud of his red 1930 Ford Street Rod which had won over 200 Best in Show trophies at the many car shows he attended during the 19 years he owned the classic car.
Michael is survived by his daughter, Laura M. Staub of Gettysburg, three grandchildren, Connor & Parker Staub and Journey Ropka, five siblings, Carl Ropka (Shirley) of Parkville, MD, Bill Shrievev (Shirley) of Middle River, MD, John Ropka (Karen) of Perry Hall, MD, Albert Ropka, Jr. (Karen) of Randallstown, MD and Betty Ann Ropka of Pimlico, MD, and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by a son, Steven Ropka and a sister, Linda Woody.
A Memorial Service will be held at Christ Lutheran Church, 30 Chambersburg St., Gettysburg, PA on Saturday, June 6, 2025 at noon with Rev. Scott Zimmerer, officiating.
The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service.
Interment with full military honors provided by the Adams County Allied Veterans will take place at Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens at 10 a.m. on June 6, 2026.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Christ Lutheran Church, Pre-School Scholarship Fund, 30 Chambersburg Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325.
The Monahan Funeral Home in Gettysburg is assisting the family with the arrangements, online tributes and condolences can be made at the funeral home’s website.
