Russell Steven Kuepper

Russell Steven Kuepper, 56, of Minocqua, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, February 2, 2014. He was born on January 18, 1958 in Kimberly, WI to LaVerne (Menting) and the late Stephen Kuepper, Jr. On August 10, 2012, Russ wed Christine (Richardson) Kuchler in Minocqua, WI. Together, they shared their passion for the outdoors….camping, motorcycling, snowshoeing and fishing. Russ was also an avid hunter and enjoyed deer hunting with his sons. Russ truly had a gift when it came to photography. He especially enjoyed taking pictures of nature and wildlife. This talent, along with his creativity, was the foundation for his business, “Diverse Design Group.” Russ was also recently employed at Allied 100 as a graphic designer. Russ loved his wife and family unconditionally. He was very proud of his children and was looking forward to taking Chris and his two sons to Alaska this coming summer for his eldest son’s wedding. He is survived by his loving wife, Chris; three children, Lee (fiancé, Mary Riddick) Kuepper of Kenai, AK, Lucas (friend, Alicia Thelen) Kuepper of Madison and Daniel Kuepper of Madison; three step children, Corey Kuchler of Minocqua, Billy Kuchler of Wattford City, ND and Tarynn Kuchler of Minocqua; mother, LaVerne Kuepper of Kimberly; two brothers, Craig (Pam) Kuepper of Menasha, Todd (Judy) Kuepper of Wabeno; one sister, Kerri (Tom) Jacob of Larsen; father-in-law, Ed Richardson of Woodruff; mother-in-law, Joann Richardson of Minocqua; sister-in-law, Pam (Scott) Cisney of Corsicana, TX and many nieces, nephews and friends. Russ was preceded in death by his father, Stephen Kuepper, Jr.; infant brother, John; maternal grandparents, Peter and Agnes Menting; paternal grandparents, Stephen and Lucina Kuepper; and special relative, Adeline Bright. He was also preceded in death by many aunts and uncles. Services will be held at Nimsgern Funeral & Cremation Services in Woodruff on Saturday, February 8, 2014, with visitation from 9:30 to 11:30 with a short prayer service to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Russ’s family to be designated at a later date. Online condolences may be expressed at www. nimsgernfuneral.com NIMSGERN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES IS SERVING THE FAMILY