Patricia “Patti” Kropp passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026 in the loving and devoted care of her husband, Rick and cherished family leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and service to her community.

Born and raised in Gloucester City, New Jersey, Patti was the cherished daughter of Virginia Yuhas (nee Wrigley) and the late Charles Leo Gillespie III. She grew up surrounded by family, faith, and community spirit. Patti was an alumna of St. Mary’s School, Class of 1988, and Gloucester Catholic High School, Class of 1992—schools that helped shape the compassionate and determined woman she became. Patti was a dedicated member of St. Mary’s Parish and devoted to the Catholic Faith.

After high school, Patti began her lifelong career in the Health Information Management Profession. For more than 30 years, she worked as a dedicated and respected medical coder. Patti was long-tenured in her last position with Encompass Health.

Most recently, Patti was engaged in civic activities. She was elected to the Gloucester City Republican Committee and the Camden County Republican Committee in 2024. In both the 2024 and 2025 municipal elections, she ran for Gloucester City Council. Though she did not win seats, she helped ignite renewed energy and interest in local politics.

Above all, Patti’s greatest joy was her family. She was the loving wife of 25 years to Rick Kropp, with whom she shared a life of devotion and partnership. She was a treasured sister to Samantha Hargraves and a devoted Aunt Patti to her nephew, Liam Elliott, who brought her endless joy and happiness.

Patti’s warmth, humor, unconditional love and unwavering loyalty touched those who have known her. Whether she was supporting her family, advocating for her community, or offering a comforting word, Patti embodied compassion and integrity in all she did.

She is survived by her loving and caring husband Rick, loving mother Ginny Yuhas; stepfather Gary Yuhas; sister Samantha Hargraves (Joe), nephew Liam Elliott, Aunt Joann Wrigley; Uncle Mike Wrigley; Aunt Anne Palko; Uncle John Gillespie; Aunt Virginia Emerson; and many beloved cousins and in-laws.

She is preceded in death by her devoted father Charles Leo Gillespie III (“Bub”), grandparents Charles Leo Gillespie II and Virginia Gillespie (nee White), and Elwood and Margarette Wrigley (nee MacAuliffe) and many aunts and uncles.

Patti’s presence will be missed, but her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all who loved her.

May she rest in eternal peace.

Relatives, friends and classmates are kindly invited to attend Patti’s Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 10:30 am at St. Mary’s R.C. Church: 426 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ 08030. There will be No Visitation and No Viewing before Mass.

Interment to follow at Waterford Memorial Park: 629 Pestletown Road, Waterford, NJ

Celebration of Life and Luncheon for Relatives, Friends and classmates at Gloucester City American Legion: 434 Cumberland Street, Gloucester City Immediately following the Interment from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the Gloucester City American Legion Post # 135 Veterans Housing Fund: In Memory of Patricia “Patti” Kropp: https://gofund.me/4ad2045ee

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Patricia “Patti” Kropp.

Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries thru: McCann – Healey Funeral Home: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Ph: 856 – 456 - 1142