Omer Glen Kropf

Omer Glen Kropf, 85, of Syracuse, died on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Parkview Goshen Hospital.

He was born on July 5, 1941, in LaGrange County, to Jacob and Sarah (Yoder) Kropf.

He is survived by his wife, Susan Maddox Kropf; three daughters, Cheryl (Clifford) Miller, Goshen, Lesa (Brad) Hooley, Goshen, and Alison (Adam) Sisson, Fishers, IN; two sons, Delwyn (Lisa) Kropf, Eustis, FL, and Kermit Kropf, Syracuse; daughter-in-law, Tammy Maddox, Aurora, IL; 15 grandchildren, Collin Miller, Cole (Britney) Miller, Carsten Miller, Christian Miller, Nathaniel Kropf, Rebecca Kropf, Zachary (Lindsey) Kropf, Joel Kropf, Andrew (Ellen) Hooley, Caitlin (Andrew) Weddle, Steven Hooley, Ames Sisson, Glenna Sisson, Katherine Maddox and Grant Maddox; and nine great-grandchildren.

Omer is also survived by two sisters, Norma Schrock and LaVerda (Devon) Bechtel; sister-in-law, Lorene Kropf, all of Goshen; and very special to Omer, Farhan Haq and his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Adam Hooley; step-son, Michael Maddox, and siblings, Dorothy Thomas, Mary Ellen Bontrager, and Orvin Kropf.

Omer was a hardworking and dedicated businessman with a remarkable entrepreneurial spirit. Coming from humble beginnings, he built a life defined by ambition, perseverance, unwavering work ethic, and willingness to take chances when opportunities presented themselves.

In 1974, Omer founded Supreme Corporation, which grew into a nationally recognized company. His entrepreneurial spirit never left him, and throughout his career he was involved in several other businesses.

He was guided by his faith, love of family, and deep appreciation for his country. Generous in nature, he believed in sharing his blessings with others and would always lend a helping hand. Omer had a welcoming, hospitable character and enjoyed bringing people together and making memories surrounded by family and friends.

Omer will be remembered for his generosity, steadfast work ethic, love of family, and the lasting impact he made on his community. His legacy extends far beyond the businesses he built but will continue through the family he loved and the countless people who were impacted by his kindness.

Visitation will take place on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 24, at 10 a.m., also at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home. Pastor Jim Brown will officiate. Burial will follow at Violett Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Omer to the Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams Conservation online at https://lakes.grace.edu/in-memory-of-omer-kropf/.