Robert Leslie Holpp

Robert Leslie Holpp, 79, of Wheeling, West Virginia, passed away at home on November 9, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. He was born on October 10, 1947, in Wheeling.

Robert was a hardworking man who devoted much of his life to providing for his family. He served in the United States Army from 1966 to 1968 as an avionics mechanic. After his military service, he worked as a truck driver for Herman Strauss and as a coal miner at Valley Camp #3. He also did contractor work. He was someone who could look at something and see what it could become, even when others could not.

He was known as a joker, a man who never thought he was wrong, and someone who lived and died by the Steel Works Union. More than anything, he loved his family. He was proud of his children and grandchildren, and they remained his greatest accomplishment.

Robert enjoyed a full life shaped by simple pleasures and memorable traditions. He liked to hunt, fish, and collect. He loved going on cruises, spending time at the beach, riding the train in Cass, West Virginia, and staying at Snowshoe. He made his own wine and enjoyed Dave’s whisky. Halloween was one of the times he especially enjoyed, often trying to scare the neighborhood children. He loved his bird, Chuck, a Yellow Naped Amazon parrot, and was known to cut grass with Chuck on his shoulder. His family will remember him cutting grass with children riding along on the lawn mower and even putting a boat in the swimming pool, moments that brought laughter and became lasting family stories.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary Pearl Holpp. He is also survived by his children, David (Cheryl) Holpp of Columbus, Debrah (Mark) Slater of Triadelphia, Donna (Brian) Creighton of Warwood, and Robert Holpp of Windsor Hts, eight grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, John (Rachel) Holpp of Glen Easton; his sisters, Gloria Doyle of Morristown, Brenda (Albert) Bartolovich of Mozart, and Linda (Don) Steininger of Morristown; and his sister-in-law, Kathy Holpp. He leaves behind many loved ones who will carry his memory forward with affection and gratitude.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Roy Holpp; his mother, Grace Ann Holpp; his grandchild, Travis Creighton, and brother Wayne Holpp.

Visitation will be held on November 14, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Schuetz Funeral Home 4719 Jacob Street Wheeling, West Virginia. Service at 5 pm with Full Military Honors and Pastor Mike Palmer officiating.

Robert will be remembered for his hard work, his humor, his strong will, and the deep love he had for his family. His life was filled with stories, laughter, and the kind of moments that stay with those who knew him best. The family would like to thank Amedisys Hospice and (Justin care giver with) Corner Stone Hospice VA.

Schuetz Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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