Larry Franklin Koppelman, of Fremont, OH passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at Magruder Hospital in Port Clinton. He was born October 19, 1943 in Fremont, the son of Franklin C. and Jean E. (Dosh) Koppelman. He was a 1961 graduate of St. Joseph High School. Larry served in the U.S. Air Force from April 19, 1963 to April 19, 1967 during Vietnam. He married Faye Shiver on September 10, 1965 at Moody Air Force Base in Valdosta, GA.
Larry was a Machine Repairman at Ford Motor Company in Maumee, OH where he retired after many years of service. He previously worked at Peter Eckrich Co. and was the owner of Larry’s Gulf Station.
Larry was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church where he was a Sacristan and a member of the Confraternity and Men’s ACTS Retreat. He was also a member of Knights of Columbus, the Fremont Eagles and VFW. Larry was a playground supervisor at Sacred Heart School. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting and spending time with his family. He and Faye wintered in Okeechobee, FL every year. Larry was known by many with his infectious laugh and always had his toothpicks.
Larry is survived by his wife of fifty-six years, Faye Koppelman; children, Michael (Connie) Koppelman and Michelle Koppelman; sister Vickie (Marvin) Wright, all of Fremont, OH; grandchildren, Reegan (Molly) Koppelman, Palm Bay, FL, Kaylee Warner, Fremont, OH; great-grandchildren, Tate and Kane Koppelman; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and infant sister, Joette Koppelman.
Visitation: Monday, October 25, 2021 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 550 Smith Rd., Fremont, OH
Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:30 a.m. at the church.
Larry’s Funeral Mass will be live-streamed at:
https://www.nationalwebcasts.com/webcasts/sheart/
Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery with military honor’s provided by the VFW and American Legion
Memorials: St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Bishop Hoffman Catholic Schools Tuition Assistance.
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Bob Hahn
So very sorry to hear of Larry’s passing!
My thoughts and prayers are with the family!May You RIP,Larry!
Bob Hahn
So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing!
My thoughts and prayers are with the family!
May you RIP, Larry!
Sharon PARISH
Dear Faye and family, I am so very very sorry this hear this!! Such a shock. You are all in my thoughts & prayers.
Kay Szymanowski
Faye. I was so shocked to learn of Larry’s death. You and your family are in my prayers. I know your strong faith will bring you comfort knowing he is free of pain and enjoying the love of his heavenly Father. May he rest in peace.
Rick Arquette
Susie and I have nothing but admiration for Larry and his family. Larry was always very nice and always had a smile on his face. I will truly miss him and his smile.
Missy Flahiff
I was so sad to hear of Larry’s passing. He was such a kind,friendly,nice man who I’m sure you’re all going to miss him very much. Faye,Michelle and Family you will be in my thoughts and prayers during this very sad time. God Bless you all.
Theresa Grimes
Big hugs to you Michelle and your family. I hope the special memories you have with your dad help you get through this difficult time. Nothing will make the sadness go away but knowing how much he loved you and remembering the fun times will help ease the pain of his loss.
Hugs friend,
Theresa
Marie Ayres
We are so sad to get the news of Larry passing. He had such a great laugh. And a kind man. Our prayers Are with you & your family. With deepest sympathy . Ron and Marie
Mary Ellen Stephens
Dear Fay, I am so sorry to hear of Larrys passing. He will be missed by meny.
Bob Kepple
Swanie&I send our condolences to family.
We have great memories of Larry.
Prayers being sent.
Ron Rodenhauser
Our sincere sympathy to the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
R.I.P. 1961 St. Joseph classmate
Lane & Clear Beeker
So sorry to hear of Larry’s passing, our thoughts and prayers are being sent Your way.
jimgrubb
Going to miss you my 0ld golfing and camping buddy. Until then.
Amy Gilbert
Dear Mike and Connie,
So very sorry for your loss. May your memories for your father be many. And we are hopeful that wonderful memories and the love and prayers that surround you, will help heal your sadness, in time.
Our hearts and prayers are with you both and your family.
Love Amy and Rick Gilbert.
Linda M Gegorski
Since sympathy to all the family with thoughts and prayers–may he rest in peace!!
Dave & Cyndi Wellington, and family (& “Bomber,” too)…
Michelle & family ~ sending our deepest condolences…
Michael Collins
I am sorry to hear of Larry’s death! We were classmates at St. Joe’s for four years and graduated together! He was a great guy throughout our time together. I was ghexwas also an Air Force vet like I was. We served at about the same time but I was stationed on the east coasts not the west coast! My condolences to the entire family! May he Rest In Peace Forever! ✝️☘️♂️☘️
Michael Collins
I thought I posted a condolence but I did not see it so here it goes again , sorry! I went to St. Joe’s School with Larry for four years and we graduated together in 1961! I see that he is also an Air Force veteran like I am. We served about the same crime but I was stationed in New York State not the west coast. He was a great guy and I enjoyed being his classmate! He has gone too soon for me! My sincere condolences to your entire family and May He Rest In Peace Forever! ✝️☘️♂️☘️!
Bobbi and Larry Gish
Sincere sympathy to Faye, Vicki and all who loved him. We will remember his smile and friendliness. So sorry for your loss.
Deborah M Billow
Faye,
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious husband, Larry. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Deb Billow
Ken and Judy Roush
Michelle
So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ken and Judy Roush
Judy Weickert
Faye and family, you have my deepest sympathy at the loss of Larry. My special memories was getting to know him from our trip to Rome, Assisi, Medjugorje. Always had a helping hand. Such a friendly person he was.
pail antesberger
Faye and family so sorry to hear of Larry,s passing , remember all good memories. peace with you in time of need . you are in my prayers.
Missy Valle
Faye,
Words can’t express the sorrow I feel in my heart about Larry’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I will never forget the time Jeff, Mike, Larry and myself were out deer hunting…Lots of laughs that day! May you and your family find comfort with each other and in keeping his memory alive. I love ya❤
Missy Valle
Debby Wilbur
Faye, kids and family –
Larry is gone from our sight, but never from our hearts and memories. Doug and I are thinking of you and have you in our prayers.
Doug and Debby Wilbur
Tim Hoffman
Faye,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I had known Larry for a long time but really becomes friends with him through the K of C. I’ll always remember the fun we had on the North Carolina golf trip. God Bless.
Cindy Johnson (Kohlenberg)
Faye, I just learned of Larry’s passing. I am so very sorry for your loss. He was a great man with a big heart! He helped my Dad so much over the years and I can never repay that kindness! He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers to you and the family.
Cathy McCue- Perry
Vickie, so very sorry to read of your brothers passing. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Margie Gonya
Visited with Larry a month ago. Have a lot of good memories of my dear classmate. Our condolences to All his family.