Background
Kopta, Jean Marilyn was born on November 13, 1928 in Wakonda, South Dakota, United States. Daughter of Elmer and Alma (Gilbertson) Hesla.
Kopta, Jean Marilyn was born on November 13, 1928 in Wakonda, South Dakota, United States. Daughter of Elmer and Alma (Gilbertson) Hesla.
Bachelor in education, Pacific Lutheran University, 1950. Master of Arts, Center Washington University, 1978.
Teacher, McDermoth Elementary School, Aberdeen, Washington, 1950-1951; teacher, Catlin Elementary School, Kelso, Washington, 1951-1952; teacher, Pinehurst Elementary School, Seattle, 1952-1954; professional opera chorus, Seattle Opera Company, 1964-1968; vocal music teacher, Shoreline Elementary School, Seattle, 1967-1971; private voice teacher, Seattle, since 1975; voice instructor, Pacific Luth U., Parkland, Washington, 1979-1983; choir director, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Lynnwood, Washington, 1980-1983; choir director, Christ Lutheran Church, Edmonds, Washington, 1985-1988; choir director, Calvary Luth Church, Seattle, since 1991.
Member Ladies Musical Club, National Association Teachers of Singing.
Married Robert Wenzel Kopta, February 14, 1953 (divorced October 1978). Children: Kathy, William, Joseph.