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John D. “Mope” Stroup Jr., 75, of Belleville, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family.
Born on Oct. 10, 1950, in Lewistown, he was the son of the late John D. Stroup, Sr. and Louise Stroup.
Surviving are children: John D. “JD” Stroup, III and Alicia M. Rowley, of Belleville; grandchildren: Alivia, Annalee, and Adalyn Stroup, all of Belleville; sister: Cindy Beal, of Lewistown; and brother, James Stroup and wife, Sandy, of Milroy.
He was a 1968 graduate of Kishacoquillas High School, where he was an outstanding basketball player. He then attended Manatee Junior College in Florida for one year. After college, he worked at the Belleville Flour Mill for a year, then went to work at Abbotts Dairy/Fairmont Foods/Dean Foods for 40 years until his retirement.
John was a well-known antique dealer. His hobbies included golfing, especially with his good friend Ron Beckwith, working in his garden, and watching the Phillies games.
Per his wishes, there will be no services.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made in his name to: Stroup-Alexander Post 5935 Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 5636, Belleville, PA 17004.
His family would like to extend a special thank you to Bristol Hospice, especially to Lacey, for all the wonderful care he received.
Arrangements are under the care of Henderson-Bohn Funeral Home, 6880 State Route 655, Reedsville. Online condolences can be made at www.hendersonbohn funeralhome.com