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Martha Louise Kropp, 97, a lifelong resident of Duboistown passed away, Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at The Gatehouse surrounded by family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 50 years, Harold C. Kropp, Sr.
Born February 22, 1929 in Williamsport she was a daughter of the late Edmund and Erma ( Hall) Fullmer.
Martha graduated from South Williamsport High School. She worked as a corporate secretary for local companies for many years and retired from The Hartman Agency. Martha was a faithful, lifelong member of Messiah Lutheran Church. She proudly served the Duboistown Fire Department as treasurer for over 20 years and was affectionately known as "Grandma Bingo" as a member of the bingo committee. She was deeply committed to her community through her role as a former Judge of Elections and current Minority Inspector for Duboistown Borough.
Martha was a woman whose life was defined by faith, service, and an unwavering love for her family and community. In 1957, Martha and her husband Harold joined together with their neighbors on Summer Street as founding members of Candy Cane Lane to bring the magic of Christmas to life. For more than 65 years, she and her family and neighbors would continue decorating their home and welcoming generations of visitors with warmth for the season. To know Martha was to love her. She had a gentle heart, an open door, and a comforting presence that made everyone feel like family.
Surviving are three sons, Harold "Howdy" Kropp Jr. (Colette) of Loyalsock, Craig S. Kropp of Duboistown, and Scott E. Kropp (Wendy) of Clarksville, OH; five grandchildren, Travis, Chantal (Logan), Taylor, Lauren (Owen), and Caven; two great-granddaughters, Liana and Corina; and a brother, Donald Fullmer (Shirley) of Duboistown.
In addition to her parents, and husband, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Paul Fullmer, Betty Hetner and an infant brother, Edmund.
A memorial service to honor Martha's life will be held 11 a.m. Friday, October 16 at Messiah Lutheran Church, 324 South Howard Street, South Williamsport. Burial will follow in Wildwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends during a time of visitation from 10 a.m. until the time of service Friday at church.
Memorial donations in Martha's name may be made to Messiah Lutheran Church, 324 South Howard Street, South Williamsport, PA 17702 or Susquehanna Health Foundation c/o The Gatehouse, 1001 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport PA 17701.
Arrangements entrusted to Sanders Mortuary. Online condolences may be made on Martha's memorial page at www.SandersMortuary.com.