Obituary of Sophia Poplawski

Sophia G. Poplawski, 73, of Vineland, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, October 17, 2019, after an extended illness. Sophia was born in Germany and immigrated to Massachusetts with her family. She was the daughter of the late Paul and Nadia Nosaluk. Sophia graduated from nursing school in Springfield, Massachuetts, and worked in numerous hospitals, including Newcomb Hospital and Bishop McCarthy Center for Rehabilitation. She took time off to raise her children and then returnes to work at Boscov's Department Store, where she worked until her retirement. Sophia met her beloved husband of 54 years, Peter Poplowski, at a Christian Youth Convention. The two married and resided in Garfield, NJ, before moving to Vineland, NJ, where they lived for over 50 years and where they raised their four children. During their marriage, Sophia and Peter enjoyed hosting and entertaining family and friends. Sophia was involved with many ministries in the area and abroad. Sophia was a member of Chestnut Assembly of God for 37 years. She is described as a loving women with a very kind and generous heart.