About
World War II (1939-1945)
Rudolph Joseph Dopjera was born in Schenectady, New York, on January 21, 1916. He grew up in the city of Schenectady and graduated from Mont Pleasant High School, where he was a member of the art club. After graduating, he began working for General Electric.
On February 16, 1943, Rudolph enlisted in the United States Army. He was a paratrooper with the 326th Engineer Battalion, 101st Airborne Division. On D-Day, June 6, 1944, Rudolph was killed when he jumped behind enemy lines. He is buried in the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial in France.
Sources: The Schenectady Gazette, Find A Grave, Ancestry
In loving memory of our beloved son and brother Pvt. Rudolph J. Dopjera who was killed in action June 6, 1944.
Deep in our hearts is a picture
Of a loved one laid to rest.
In memory's frame we will keep it
Because he was one of the best.
Rest in peace, dear Rudolph.
It's sweet to breathe your name.
In life we loved you dearly
In death we do the same.
MOTHER, BROTHER and SISTERS
Schenectady Gazette
May 30, 1962