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Arthur F. Koeppen Jr. VIRGINIA BEACH - Arthur F. Koeppen Jr. passed away July 3, 2010. He was born in San Diego to Louise Koeppen and Arthur F. Koeppen Sr. on Aug. 14, 1933. He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret Mary Koeppen. Arthur was a devoted husband, father and grandfather to his family. He also taught and coached at Cox High School for more than 32 years. He is survived by his daughters, Mary Frances Stepnowski and her husband Steven, Elizabeth and her husband Michael Kalosieh; grandchildren, Conor Stepnowski, Ian Stepnowski, Norah Stepnowski; sister, Rose and her husband Don Underwood; brother, Kenneth and his wife Gaye Koeppen; Aunt Dottie, Uncle Earl; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A visitation will be held Friday, July 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 10, in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to hdoliver.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jul. 7, 2010.

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Carol Horton

July 9, 2010

When I think of Mr. Koeppen, I smile. He was a superb educator who inspired me to a lifetime of learning, and he enlightened me to see the best of what life had to offer. I fed his fish in the mornings, and on many lunch times, was his accompanist on the piano as he played the french horn. He loved to play Romance by Rubinstein. As a former President of the Fine Arts Club, he broadened my knowledge of the Arts into a lifetime passion and became a dear friend after graduation. I must say he was the best. I will so miss him. Blessings to his family during this difficult time, but know he profoundly influenced his students for a lifetime.

Carol Rooney Horton
Cox Class of 1970

Robin Morrison-Caldwell

July 8, 2010

Mr. Koeppen was my Biology teacher at Cox High School as well as the advisor to our Fine Arts Club. While I have had many teachers over the years, he is one of the few teachers that I vividly recall...and recall with thankfullness that he took time to care and share with his students in class and in the Fine Arts Club. I was hoping to see him again at our 40th reunion in 2 weeks. May his family find peace during this difficult time...he was a wonderful man and teacher.

Robin Morrison Caldwell
Cox Class of 1970

July 8, 2010

While I never had Mr. Koeppen as my teacher, I knew him because of the 'Fine Arts Club'. Always a friendly man and very informative. I am sorry for the loss of this very nice man and teacher. Bless the family and friends for his loss.
M. Murphy (F.W. Cox, '71)

Sharon Castle-Kjar

July 7, 2010

Mr. Koeppen was one of our favorite teachers at FW Cox High School. Our condolences to his family. He will be missed.

Sharon Castle Kjar
Cox Class of 1970

John Fahey

July 7, 2010

Barbara and I send our deep sympathy and sincere condolences to the Koeppen familly. Arthur was a fellow teacher and good friend, memories of whom I will always treasure.

Love to his two wonderful daughters,

John and Barbara Fahey

Susan Matousek

July 7, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Susan Neal Matousek and Joseph+

Susan Matousek

July 7, 2010

Mr Koepen taught me in High School at Frank W Cox..He was an awesome coach and person. He demonstrated such patience, compassion and intelligence...I am so honored to have had him as my TEACHER and role model. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and close Friends....Arthur, Rest In Peace, and I will see you again!

I pray my son grows up to be a good man like you!

Susan Neal Matousek
Cox class of 1983

Chuck Needham

July 7, 2010

I am sorry for your loss. I thought Mr. Koeppen was a great teacher and a really sincere man. My prayers are with your family.

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