Robert L. "Kapp" Kappler

Robert L. "Kapp" Kappler obituary, Unadilla, NY

Robert L. "Kapp" Kappler

Robert Kappler Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Westcott-Madden Funeral Home on Mar. 15, 2026.
Robert L. Kappler

Of Unadilla

Robert L. "Kapp" Kappler, 78 of Unadilla died Sat. morning March 14, 2026 at his home. He was born on Dec. 15, 1947 in Chicago, IL to William E. & Ellen H. (Aitken) Kappler. He married the former, Debra A. Ingraham on Oct. 20, 1977 in Fort Laudedale, FL.

He is survived by his wife, Debra, a daughter, Malissa Kappler, FL, a niece, Lori (Tim) Shepardson, Hollywood, FL, brother-in-law, Tim Williams, FL and his favorite companion "Teddy".

He was a retired employee of Amphenol Corp. in Sidney. He was an avid woodworker and loved his guns. He was a former wedding photographer and 2nd degree Black Belt.

Private Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or a local SPCA. Online condolences may be made at: www.wmaddenfh.com. Arrangements by the Westcott-Madden Funeral Home 123 Main Street Unadilla. A MADDEN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME.

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