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Kevin Kopach Obituary

Kopach, Kevin J. Sr. COLONIE Kevin John "Kope" Kopach, Sr., 73 of Colonie, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 28, 2022, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He fought a valiant, five year battle with cancer. He was born in Troy and was the son of the late Stephen and Genevieve Kopach. Kevin was predeceased by his brothers, Michael and Andrew Kopach. He was a 1967 graduate of Linton High School, served in the U.S. Air Force Reserve and was a member of the American Legion. Kevin was the longtime superintendent at Wunderlich Sand & Gravel in Latham, having been instrumental in many projects throughout the region. He was a quintessential Jack of all trades, never afraid to help family and friends. Kevin was a volunteer for 25 years at Colonie Little League, serving in a variety of positions including managing three teams to the N.Y. State 12 year old championship. If he was not working in the garden, you may find him at his camp on Schroon River or fishing in Alaska. His favorite event of the year was hosting a Christmas breakfast for over 100 people. He was a huge New Orleans Saints fan, having seen them play in Green Bay, New York and Atlanta.all wins! WHO-DAT! Kevin is the beloved husband of 50 years to Doris (Purzycki) Kopach. He is the devoted father of Kevin J. Kopach, Jr., (Jill Hoffay) and John K. Kopach. He is the cherished grandpa of Oliver and Julianne Kopach. Kevin is the brother of Patrick (Donna), William, Philip (Mary Rose), Christopher (Rosalyn), Stephen (Joy Pasquariello), Matthew (Patti), Catherine (Tom) Nicchi and James Kopach (late Michelle). He is the brother-in-law of Maureen Kopach, Michael (Irene), Richard (Teri), Robert (Penni), Stanley (Lori Cranker) and Helen (Michael) MacDuff. He is also survived by many niece and nephews, and two step-grandchildren, Jordan and Jenna Hoffay. He will be sorely missed by his canine companion, Tucker. We would like thank Mark Pomerantz, M.D. and his team for their compassionate and professional care of Kevin at Dana-Farber. Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Kevin's family on Monday, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Ave., Colonie. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday morning at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ambrose Church, Latham. Facial coverings are required for all services. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Prostate Cancer at the Jimmy Fund, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168. https://danafarber.jimmyfund.org To leave a message of condolence for the family, visit www.CannonFuneral.com



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Published by Albany Times Union on Jan. 30, 2022.

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Thomas Englat

January 24, 2025

Seems impossible my friend that we loss you 3 years ago.
Great friend with great memories & your family is beautiful.
Hope all is well Chris.
Tom

Thomas Englat

January 31, 2022

I am so sorry to hear the passing of Kevin.
I have so many great memories of Kevin. Snow skiing building our 1956 with a 283 hp engine to race in bombers at Labanon Valley building at the Texaco gas station together.
Been many years since I have been or talked to my friend Kevin.
RIP Kevin
Sorry to his wife and children.
Hi to all of Kevin´s sister and brothers .
I knew the entire family

Joe and Marianne Pizzemento

January 31, 2022

Kevin, Jill and family, we are so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Please know you are all in our thoughts.

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Troy Miller

January 30, 2022

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

Bill & Joan Sandwick

January 30, 2022

So very sorry too hear of your loss, our thought and prayers to your family

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