"Andrew and Derek?s family and loved ones: Both those guys were always fun to converse and laugh with. Your in thoughts and prayers of mine."
In loving memory of
ANDREW RICHARD KOEPP
June 7, 1990 - December 2, 2020
Andrew Richard Koepp, 30, of Marquette, was reunited with his twin brother and best friend Wednesday morning, December 2, 2020 following a five year struggle without him.
He was born June 7, 1990, in Marquette, a son of Kevin and Melissa (Copley-Filizetti) Koepp and was a 2008 graduate of Marquette Senior High School.
Music played an important role in the Koepp family. Andrew was a self-taught musician, having learned to play the drums and was in the process of learning to play guitar, like his brothers. Together and with friends they wrote songs and played music.
Andrew also enjoyed sports, though football and basketball were his favorites. He had a mind for remembering and recalling information about players, teams and numerous other stats.
He was a loving and proud uncle to his niece, Dahlia. He loved his niece dearly and his smile was always on his face the entire time he spent with her. He loved to teach her how to use her drums, play dinosaurs and wrestle. She was a shining star in his life. "Uncle Roo" will forever be loved and missed.
Andrew leaves behind his brother, Tyler, who he loved and was so proud of. They had many good times together playing music, riding bikes and hanging out. He also leaves behind his furbaby, Raja, who he adopted from UPAWS 9 years ago and has been by his side ever since.
He is survived by his parents, Kevin and Melissa Koepp of Marquette; brother, Tyler (Deserae) Koepp of Marquette; niece, Dahlia Jo Koepp; grandparents, Sonny & Sharon Koepp of Marquette and Bryan & Nancy Filizetti of Gwinn; aunts and uncles, Christine (Mike) Clark of Tennessee, Troy (Chastity) Koepp of Marquette and Richard Copley of Gwinn; cousins, Marisa (Dave) Cappaert of Colorado, Hali & Taryn Koepp of Marquette, Bryan Copley of Detroit, Alicia & Tyler Northrop of Rudyard and Ariel (Brian Pearce) Clark of St. Ignace and Ashley (Andy) Williams of Rudyard; many other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his twin brother, Derek J. Koepp; grandparents, William Copley and Mary K. Iery-Koepp; great-grandparents, Richard & Cynthia Fagerberg, Emil & Ethel Koepp, Lawrence & Martha Copley, John & Alma Iery and Geno & Ruth Filizetti.
A Celebration of Andrew's Life will be held on Thursday, December 10, 2020 from 11 am to 1 pm at Canale-Tonella Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Social distancing and facemasks will be required due to Covid-19 guidelines.
Memorial donations in Andrew's name can be made to UPAWS, PO Box 968, Marquette, MI 49855.
Canale-Tonella Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting the family where memories may be shared at canalefuneral.com
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"Melissa and Kevin, I?m so saddened to hear of your Andrew?s passing from this life and hope that you will in time be able to treasure the memories he left in your heart. I will always remember your joy and exhaustion when you brought forth those twins! We recently moved to Oregon so I couldn?t deliver sympathy in person but I hold you in my prayers. "
"I am so sorry to hear about Andrew. He will be remembered as a great man and a kind soul. Him and Derek were wonderful friends, and I count myself lucky to have known them. Thinking of you Melissa, Kevin, and Tyler. "
"SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR TERRABLE LOSS"
"Kevin, Melissa, and family, I was sorry to read of Andrew\'s death. I hope that the many good memories you have of your years together will sustain you now and in the future. You certainly have had more than your share of difficulties lately-keep the faith. You\'re in my prayers. Ray Jarvis"
"I?m at a loss for words! I hope you know what a special place your family has held in my heart over the years! I wish I could be with you to give you each a huge hug! Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers! May God give you strength during this difficult time! "
"I?m at a loss for words! I hope you know what a special place your family has held in my heart over the years! I wish I could be with you to give you each a huge hug! Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers! May God give you strength during this difficult time! "
"Kevin and Melissa. I cannot believe you are going through another terrible loss like this. My heart breaks for you, Tyler, Sonny, Chrissy and your grand daughter. You are strong and will survive with all of the love that surrounds you. Knowing he is with his other half watching over you has to bring a smidge of solace. Now neither of them is alone. I am so very sorry and wish I could give you both a huge hug. Keep telling fun stories that make you laugh. Right now it hurts but it keeps your heart full. ??"
"Kevin and Melissa, Your boys will always hold a special place in my heart. Each one of them have left so many wonderful memories. My deepest prayers and sympathy to you and Tyler. "
"Your in my thoughts and prayers daily as you go through this tragic loss...Andrew fly high sweet angel fly high "
"Kevin, Melissa and Tyler, We are truly sorry for the terrible loss of your beloved Andrew. Our heart aches for you. Deepest sympathy. Pam & Joe Hutchens "
"Extending to you and your family this heartfelt assurance of deep sympathy, Marquette Area Public Schools Board of Education and Employees"
"My heart goes out to Andrew\' s and Derek\'s mother, father and brother Tyler. I will always remember both Andrew and Derek as the kind, bright promising young men they were and your family as a circle of love. Life seems to often have more questions than answers. I pray that you find comfort in faith. "
"One thing that I know for sure is that Andrew left his mark on the world and in each one of us that knew him well. He had a very special bond with his brother Derek that only they can understand. I know that he left a spot in my heart that can never be filled. Andrew was such a caring person that grew up to be a good man and he will be missed by us all. Sending you big hugs!"