Southeast Nebraska native Erwin Schopp, a World War II prisoner of war, will be laid to rest Friday in Plymouth

82 years after his death in a Philippines prisoner of war camp, Southeast Nebraska native Erwin Schopp will be laid to rest alongside his family in his hometown of Plymouth on Friday, July 18.

July 16, 2025Updated: July 16, 2025

By News Channel Nebraska

Southeast Nebraska native Erwin Schopp, a World War II prisoner of war, will be laid to rest Friday in Plymouth

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