GENOA – Paul Alfred Koeppen Sr., 52, of Genoa, Ill., was at home with his family on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013, when he was welcomed into the Lord's hands after a long battle with cancer.
Born Dec. 5, 1960, in Arlington Heights, to Kenneth and Jacqueline (Steil) Koeppen, Paul married Karen Sue Drendel on Aug. 17, 1985, in Huntley.
Paul was a hardworking farmer and truck driver, hauling heavy equipment. He was self-employed and started Koeppen Heavy Hauling of Genoa. He attended Forest View High School and McHenry County College, where he earned his associate degree. Paul attended church regularly at St. Catherine of Genoa Catholic Church of Genoa with his family and attended Trinity Lutheran Church in Genoa. He was an active participant of many activities with his children, including soccer, baseball, 4-H, camping and horseback riding, and he loved watching NASCAR.
Paul is survived by his wife, Karen; children, Paul Jr., Suzanne, Maria and Charles, still at home; parents, Kenneth and Jacqueline Koeppen of Mount Prospect; and brothers, Michael (Aileen) Koeppen, Timothy (Lynn) Koeppen, Kenneth (Britt) Koeppen, Steven Koeppen and Peter (Holly) Koeppen.
He was predeceased by his grandparents, Alfred and Bertha Steil and Ben and Evelyn Koeppen.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8, at St. Catherine of Genoa Catholic Church, 340 S. Stott St., Genoa. The Rev. Donald Ahles and the Rev Jeremy Heilman will co-officiate. The visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 7, at Olson Funeral & Cremation Services Ltd., Cooper Quiram Chapel, 202 E. Main St., Genoa.
Memorials can be made to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, 1250 Fourth St., Santa Monica, CA 90401, or to the family for a memorial to be established at a later date.
Arrangements by Olson Funeral & Cremation Services Ltd. To share a memory or condolence, visit www.OlsonFH.com.

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Published by Daily Chronicle from Jan. 4 to Jan. 9, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for PAUL KOEPPEN

15 Entries

January 29, 2013

Prayers to the Koeppen family. Paul was a great friend of mine. When I was going through my Cancer treatments he would always call and checkup on me and let me know he was praying for me. I was doing the same for him as he was battling this deadly disease. I have worked with Paul for approx 15 years as a Transportion Broker. He always did a GREAT job for us and was very dependable and honest. I'm sure we will meet him again some day and he will be free of pain. Good Bless the Koeppen Family and know that your Son, Husband, Father and friend is in a better place.
Sorry for your loss,
Cindy Smith
IWD Transportation,LLC

Kim Meyer

January 10, 2013

Thoughts and prayers go out to all of Paul's family.
My deepest sympathy,
Kim Meyer

Jim Thomason

January 9, 2013

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Paul. I have fond memories growing up across the street from the Koeppen family- there was always something fun happening at the house. My prayers are with your family

Sue Thomason

January 9, 2013

I grew up across the street from Paul. We played kick-the-can etc. What a great kid, and from what I read here, he grew up to be great adult. I'm very sorry for his family, and will pray for all of you

Steve Olsen

January 8, 2013

He will always be remembered with a smile on his face and a good word for everyone. Very sorry for loss.

January 7, 2013

Karen, Paul, Suzane, Maria,and Charlie,
So very sorry for your loss.I know how hard it for children to lose a parent at a young age. Paul was such a loving father and so involved with his family. I so enjoyed seeing you all at the 4-H events. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Trudy Loomis

Jack Martin

January 6, 2013

I am always saddened by the pre-mature death of one of my FV "kids," but the Koeppen family was (is) a favorite, and I share the grief of Paul's passing.

Gerald and Melba Knust

January 6, 2013

Sorry for your loss. May God touch you and the family with his comforting hand and give you peace at this difficult time.
Gerald and Melba Knust

Roger & JoAnn Watson

January 6, 2013

A life well lived leaves a lasting impression on everyone it touches.May it
comfort you to know that Paul lives on in many many people.
May your hearts soon be filled with
wonderful memories of joyful times
together as you celebrate a life well
lived. May God be with each of you in
this difficult time and in the days
ahead and bring you comfort and Peace.
Our love, thoughts,and prayers are with each of you.

Jennifer Steil

January 5, 2013

To my family: Im so sorry for your loss, hes in a better place and in the hands of God, Paul will be with you always in spirit. God bless you. So sorry couldnt make the memorial.
Jennifer and michael Steil

Trent and Angela Grundmeyer Family

January 5, 2013

We are deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Paul. We regret we are not able to be with family and attend the funeral. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Trent, Angela and family Grundmeyer

January 5, 2013

We are deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Paul. We regret not being able to attend the funeral and send our thoughts and prayers.

Joel Plote

January 5, 2013

Koeppen Family, Sorry,rest in peace.

Sharon Steil

January 5, 2013

Dear Karen, Paul,Jr., Suzanne, Maria & Charlie,
My love to you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you, Aunt Sharon

Andy & Kelly Sullivan

January 4, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss, please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

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