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William Kenneth Topper
William Kenneth Topper had been unquestionably the irrefutable “Topper” expert from the time I had begun to be involved with the serious study of Topper genealogy. Similarly, he was a specialist in the study of of “Zurgables,” “McGraths,” and others. I did not begin this study until some time in the 1990’s, but I know from conversations with my cousin, that “Top” provided him with Topper information back in the 1970’s.
Moreover, Top went out of his way to share his genealogical knowledge with whoever felt the need for his assistance. He appeared to be someone who invariably shared “random acts of genealogical kindness.”
He had a wonderful sense of humor, kindness and good will and he greatly advanced Topper genealogy scholarship in a variety of valuable ways.
Obituary from Baltimore Sun on 12/24/2005.
OGDEN, UT – William Kenneth (Top) Topper, son of Guy Joseph Topper and Elsie Marie Zurgable, died of multiple myeloma on December 22, 2005. He was born in Gettysburg, PA on November 15, 1936. His parents and his granddaughter, Misty Lee Topper preceded him in death. Top leaves behind his loving companion of 21 years, Ms. Dayna Jagger and their son, Daniel K. Topper of Ogden, UT. Also surviving are Carolyn Topper and their six children: Kenneth A. (Robin) Topper, Asheboro, NC; Deborah L. Auld, Agawam, MA; Patricia M. Johnston, Agawam, MA; Theresa M. Topper, Farr West, UT; Michael T. (Dana) Topper, Reno, NV; and Robert J. (Mandy) Topper, Jacksonville, FL. Also surviving are five brothers; four sisters; 14 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Top retired from the United States Air Force after 26 years of service. He worked for Sperry Corp. and for Cordant Technologies, Thiokol Propulsion Division. He was also proud of his 23 years sobriety with AA. He was a long-time member of the American Legion, the VFW, and the Eagles. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to The Huntsman Cancer Institution (research). Interment, Arlington National Cemetery. Send condolences to family at www.myers-mortuary.com.