Victoria Marie Kopp Obituary (1998 - 2021)

Victoria Marie Kopp was born on October 29th, 1998, at 5:10 in the morning to Richard and Marina Kopp, in Sacramento, CA. Victoria was the eldest of three children: Richard Jr. and Isabella Kopp of El Dorado Hills, CA. Victoria left behind her grandparents: Roger and Eia Lehman, Chuck and Irene Roati, Barry and Patty Kopp, and Andrei and Luydmila Malygin. Her uncles and aunts: Igor and Polina Malygin, Andrei and Marina Malygin, Bill and Caitlin Kopp, Ashely Kopp and Toni Roy. Victoria also left behind many cousins from Sacramento Ca., Santa Rosa Ca. and Russia. After completing Ponderosa High School in Shingle Springs CA, Victoria attended Folsom Lake Collage where she earned her associate degrees in both Computer Science and Mathematics. She successfully transferred to UC Santa Cruz to pursue her degree in Computer Science. As a child Victoria loved her daily agendas. She was very vibrant, energetic, kind, and a loving daughter who loved her family, friends, and kitty cats. Victoria was a world traveler; she was not afraid to try new foods or meet new people. She looked at the world through rose colored glasses and believed in goodness and love. Victoria had a kind heart and compassion for anyone who was in need. She was a great artist and had a great appreciation for food and music. Victoria's dedication and drive towards achieving her Computer Science degree was effortless. She loved school and often talked about pursuing a masters degree. Growing up in multi-cultural home she was fluent in Russian and English languages. Her grandparents had a huge impact on her childhood development. She loved her grandparents' cooking and trips to San Francisco. Her favorite toys where dinosaurs and horses. She loved to volunteer at the Sacramento Animal Shelter and Fat Kitty City. Her beloved cat Angel was fostered and adopted from the animal shelter. Victoria was a loyal friend and honored her friendships for life. She defended those who where not cool or popular and was a leader not a follower. Victoria upheld her best friends from kindergarten. It was easy for her to make new friends throughout her life, from elementary school, college, and work. Victoria met Jacob, the love of her life three years ago and was eager to start a family. While fighting for her life, she was hopeful that one day she will become a wife and mother. Victoria's transfer to UCSC motivated Jacob to join the Air Force. Victoria was instrumental in the decision making and wanted the best for Jacob. Being diagnosed with brain cancer Victoria never lost her faith and hope in God. When able, she attended services. She was comfortable meeting with Father Chris and asking questions about her faith. She was baptized as Maria in honor of The Holy Mother of God. Victoria appreciated and lived her life to the fullest. I know she would want us to carry on with our lives and be happy. As her parents we couldn't have asked for a better daughter. We were blessed to have her in our lives for 22 wonderful years and she will live on forever in our hearts... We will never stop loving You sweetheart...