Passed away at home in Petaluma, Sunday, March 6, 2016 with his loving family at his side. Age, 76 years. Husband of Nancy Karidis-Koepke. Father of Michelle Torode (Joel) and Monika Koepke(Ghader Aslani). Step-father of Melanie Karidis, Dennis Karidis(Tasha) and Stephanie Dana(Jason). Grandfather of Madison, Nikos, Kacy, Jackson, Zenos and Michael. Brother of Angela Heymann(Robert). Uncle of Ronald Heymann(Irina). Great uncle of Amelie and Laura. Private family services will be held.

Donations in his memory may be made to Heartland Hospice, 2455 Bennett Valley Rd #214, Santa Rosa, CA 95404.