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Thomas Koepke Obituary
Simpsonville
Thomas Michael Koepke, 64, of Simpsonville, SC went to be with the Lord on December 24, 2013, after demonstrating integrity and grace in his fight against cancer. We grieve the loss of this loving husband, father and friend but we find comfort knowing he is at peace at home with our Father in Heaven.
He was born to the late Victor and Evelyn Koepke, December 13, 1949 in Milwaukee, WI. Tom received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater. He married Jamie Reince in 1998 and they lived in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Charlotte, NC and relocated to Simpsonville, SC in 2003.
Tom was a Human Resources Professional with Wells Fargo and was very passionate about making a difference.
Having been born in Wisconsin, Tom was a big fan of the Green Bay Packers and found much enjoyment in playing golf.
He is survived by his wife, Jamie Reince Koepke of Simpsonville, SC; daughter Heather Massera (Karl) of San Tan Valley, AZ along with two grandchildren, Alexandria Emberlyn Massera and Reed Thomas Massera; his son Eric Koepke (Julia) of Simpsonville, SC; sister Barbara Koepke Lynch of West Allis, WI; brother-in-law Michael Reince (Carol) of Fort Worth, TX; sister-in-law Claudia Reince McClone (Michael) of Menasha, WI; sister-in-law, Francie Reince Karnopp of Green Bay, WI; sister-in-law Heidi Reince Rasmussen of Boynton Beach, FL, in addition to many nieces and nephews.
Tom was an active member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Simpsonville, SC.
A Vigil Service will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 26, 2013 with visitation following until 8:30 p.m., at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast, 1604 NE Main Street, Simpsonville, SC.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 27, 2013 at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 2252 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville, SC.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Hope Lodge, 267 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401; or to the Greenville Humane Society, 305 Airport Road, Greenville, SC 29607.
Condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Koepke
6 Entries
December 30, 2013
Jamie, may you find peace and comfort in God's love. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Tom and Pam Farrell
December 30, 2013
I guess that all I can say is that I am so happy and honored to have a brother like Tom. Thank you Tom, I know you will continue to watch over me - love you - see you soon!
Your sister Barb!
Angela Henderson
December 27, 2013
Jamie, I am filled with great memories of Tom, on and off the golf course. I can only imagine the depth of your loss. You are in my prayers.
chris wright
December 26, 2013
Thanks for all the good memories Tom you made a big impact on my life and all those who know you. Good friend, good man faithful servant of God.
Carol and Josh Pruitt
December 26, 2013
Jamie, while I have not been around the past several months, I am assured Tom handled this with the same dignity and grace with which he handled everything else. He will long be remembered.
December 26, 2013
Jamie, so sorry about the passing of your husband. Praying that God will give you and your family peace and comfort during this sad time and days ahead.I know what you have been through and how much you will miss him, my husband passed away June 2012 after a year battle with liver cancer. Deepest Sympathy, Shirley Benton, State Auto
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