Leonard Michael "Mike" Pope Jr.
March 2, 2021
Leonard Michael Pope Jr., age 56, of New Castle, DE, passed away March 2, 2021. Mike had spent the last 12 months fixing up his vacation home in Edenton, NC. He enjoyed fishing and attending NASCAR races and watching them on TV. Mike loved his profession as a Boiler Maker/Mechanic Welder. His last employer was Cotterman Inc. Mike is survived by his wife of 35 years, Amy; his children, Tanisha and Eddie “TEAM Pope/the Pope Tribe”; sisters: Jamie, Jackie, Pam, and Rose; brother, Raymond; mother-in-law, Ethel; brothers and sisters-in-law; a host nieces and nephews; and many friends. Mike was predeceased by his parents, Hilda and Claude Acord, Leonard Sr and Millie Pope, and Edward and Loretta Draine; and sister, Sally. A viewing will be held Sunday, March 14, 2021, from 6-8 PM and again on Monday, March 15, 2021, from 10-11 AM at Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home, 635 Churchmans Rd., Newark, DE 19702 followed by a service in celebration of Mike’s life at 11 AM. Burial will follow in Gracelawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Wilmington Manor Fire Company, 301 N Dupont Hwy, New Castle, DE 19720 or a charity of your choice. For directions or to send an online condolence visit www.stranofeeley.com
Leonard Michael Pope Jr., age 56, of New Castle, DE, passed away March 2, 2021. Mike had spent the last 12 months fixing up his vacation home in Edenton, NC. He enjoyed fishing and attending NASCAR races and watching them on TV. Mike loved... View Obituary & Service Information