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1943 Larry 2024

Larry Kopetzky

August 13, 1943 — January 6, 2024

Larry Kopetzky, age 80, died Saturday, January 6, 2024, at his home near Bellwood.

Services to be held on Saturday, February 3 with the family receiving friends from 10 am until 12:00 noon at McKown Funeral Home.

Larry Kopetzky was born August 13, 1943, in Hastings to Herbert and Ellen (Tylle) Kopetzky. On January 24, 1986, he was united in marriage to Donna Sliva in Columbus. Through Larry's life, he worked as a glazier, heavy equipment operator, and farmer. He enjoyed gardening, hunting and fishing, and spending winters in Arizona. Larry especially enjoyed spending his time prospecting for gold while in Arizona.

He is survived by:
Daughter: Melanie (J.R.) Krueger of Columbus
Son: Wade (Deena) Kopetzky of Stromsburg
Step-son: Rick (JoAnn) Sigler of Waco, TX
5 Grandchildren
6 Great Grandchildren
Brother: Tom (Elly) Kopetzky of Shelby
Sister: Barb (Vern) Ramaekers of Columbus
Much loved dog, Lucy
Many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends

He is preceded in death by:
Wife: Donna Kopetzky
Parents: Herbert and Ellen
Infant Son: Mark
Brother-in-law: David Sliva
Niece: Lisa Sliva
Nephew: Michael Sliva

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Service Schedule

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Family Will Receive Friends

Saturday, February 3, 2024

10:00am - 12:00 pm

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