Timothy Patrick Popper was born November 11th, 1954, in Seattle, Washington, to Francis Popper and Eunice Popper. One of nine children, he and his siblings grew up moving between military bases and the towns surrounding them and learning to navigate life’s many changes and challenges.
Throughout his early adulthood he lived many places, had many vocations, and got into and back out of many sticky situations, which contributed endless material to the detailed stories he loved to tell. He married Nisa Merritt in 1991, and they had two children, to whom he was a dedicated father. He loved taking his children to baseball games, teaching them to fix and build things, helping them to appreciate the simple pleasures of life, and showing them the beauty of nature and God’s creations.
He founded and operated the Distributor’s Press print shop before working for many years as a foreman at WR Grace in Curtis Bay, MD. After retirement he moved to and lived in Terry, MT and was an active member of the Sacred Heart Parish. He enjoyed ranching, woodworking, doing housework while listening to music, discussing politics and history, fishing, hunting, hiking, reading and bemoaning the Baltimore Orioles games he listened to on the radio.
In his later years Eastern Montana and the people and land therein brought him great peace and happiness.
He passed into God’s kingdom on Wednesday, October 15th, 2025, at the age of 70 while out hunting, with his boots on his feet, sun on his face, and rifle in hand as he would’ve wanted. At the time of his passing, he was over 40 years sober.
He is survived by his two children, Kellen Popper and Devin Popper, his siblings Mike (Ann) Popper, Kathy Popper, Chris (Denise) Popper, Terry Grace, Kelly (Mike) Barry, Pam Rosen and his fiancée Pamela Higgins.
He leaves behind a legacy of standing firmly for his beliefs, helping those who couldn’t help themselves and above all constantly striving to do what was right.
In lieu of flowers please send donations to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, P.O. Box 172, Terry, Montana 59349
A memorial mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 320 W Benham St, Glendive, MT 59330.
Janet L Loomis says
So very sorry to hear this news. He was a very nice guy.
Janet
george bryhn says
prayers fir tim family
Jackie Stroh says
So Sad to hear of this. We knew Tim threw church and Sage Riders. He was also active in our little community of Terry volunteering at the election poles. Always had a hello and time to have an eventful conversation with. Will miss Tim’s presence in our community for the short time he was with us. God Bless you Tim you are now in the loving eternal arms of our blessed savior.
Lynn and Judy Strobel says
Sorry to hear of Tim’s passing. He was part of our square dance group for a short time. Such a nice fellow!
Kim and Lora Lee Anderson says
So sorry to hear the news about Tim . He was such a gentleman RIP Tim
Kenny Krassner says
Hugs 🤗
Philip Keifer says
Tim was a wonderful man who loved God more than life it self, and would go out of his way to help out anyone that needed a helping hand or a hand up I speak of personal knowledge of his kindness. I also know that he loved Montana and the fine people that lived there. The Knight of Columbus was one of his favorites he enjoyed working serving his fellow friends and parishioners. Tim you were and will always be my friend .May the peace of the Lord be with Mouse and your family
Ralph Sutich says
Hi To Tim Popper Family Friends And Feiansa I AM So Sorry To Hear The News Of Tim Poppers Death I Made Cum Christo With Tim On The First Weekend Of June 2022 I Went To Team Meetings With Tim In.2023 2024 And 2025 And Worked The Mens Cum Christo Weekends With Tim June 2023 June 2024 And June 2025 I AM Sure Going To Miss Tim. May God Be With Tims Soul And All The Souls Of The Faithful Departed Rest In Peace Tim To All Tims Family Friends And Fiensea May God Give You Peace Strength And Comfort In This Difficult Time
Renee Steinberger says
Condolences to all of Tim’s Family, Friends & Fiancée Pamala. Although I was only blest to know Tim for a short time it was a privilege & pleasure to meet someone with such a kind soul.
I met Tim through the Cum Christo Movement in Eastern Montana. Tim was very sincere in his love for our Lord; he was someone who touched people’s hearts. May the angels lead you into paradise.
De Colores!