Richard was born on January 28, 1943 in Hutchison, Kansas to the late William F. and Catherine (McCabe) Koeppen.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, William Koeppen III; sister, Jo Marie Anderson.
Richard is survived by nieces and nephews: Michaella Johnson, Portland, OR; William Koeppen IV, Omaha; Barbara Koeppen, TX; Stephen Koeppen, Dallas, TX; adopted sister, Nancy Maki, Longview, WA; 7 great nieces and nephews; numerous cousins and and many loyal and dear friends.