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James Doepker Obituary
Ft. Thomas - James Aloysius "Jim" Doepker, 75, of Ft. Thomas passed away on Saturday, May 29th at his residence. Jim was a Structural Engineer and started his own business, J.A. Doepker Associates Inc. He was also a member of St. Catherine of Siena Church, Ft. Thomas. Jim was an involved member of his community. He was a Fort Thomas City Councilman, on the board of the Diocesan Catholic Children's Home, a member of the St. Catherine of Siena Parish Council and was active in many other organizations. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert & Catherine (nee. Bonhaus) Doepker and brother Bill Doepker. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Darcy (nee. Alerding) Doepker; son, James (Candace) Doepker; daughters, Kimberly (Charles) Alford, Carrie (Brian) Harrity, Christie (Tony) Ott & Janie (Tyson) Swartz; 13 grandchildren, Alison, Brooke, James, Ellie, Abby, Anna, Sara, Caroline, Luke, Lexi, Sloan, Finley & Arden; sisters, Kay (Vern) Grothaus & Mary (Cam) Draper and brother, Steve Doepker.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Diocesan Center for Children & Families, 75 Orphanage Rd, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017 or St. Elizabeth Hospice, 483 South Loop Road, Edgewood, KY 41017. Online condolences can be given at dmefuneral.com.
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Dave and Susan (Hehl) Snyder
June 27, 2021
Darcy and family, I am so sorry to hear about Jim´s passing. Please know we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Victoria
June 24, 2021
David and I will keep you all in our prayers!
Vicki Rider
June 24, 2021
I just learned of Jim's passing today! We have been in Bowling Green a lot taking care of my mother that is sick! My heart goes out to the whole family, Jim was a very special man! Hugs ti all!
Terry & Tami Vance
June 2, 2021
Our deepest condolences to the family. Jim was always great to work with. He will be greatly missed. Prayers to All God bless
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Terry & Tami Vance
June 2, 2021
Our deepest condolences to the family. Jim was always great to work with. He will be greatly missed.
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