Joseph H. Kappen Sr.

Joseph Henry Kappen Sr, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 28th, 2026. He was born on October 1, 1939 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Joe was an avid lover of motorcycles, traveling the country with his fellow riders and family, up until the age of 79. He also loved to snow ski and adventure with his late wife, June. Joe had many animals over his life, and most famously known was his pig, Arnold, that everyone on the Westside knew and loved. Joe was a loving father of Julie (Dave), Jackie (Ed), Joe (Karen), John (Melissa), Jeff (Char), his dog Midnight, and 9 ducks. He also leaves behind his siblings, Carl, Anne, and Betty, brother in-law Jerry (Kathi) Becker, along with 26 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandbaby. Proceeded in death by his wife June of 54 years.Joe’s life was a testament to the power of family, love, and God. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him, but his family legacy of love and joy will continue to live on. Visitation for family and friends will be on Saturday, November 7th from 9:30 to 10:30 am at Radel Funeral Home, 650 Neeb Road (451-8800). Following at 11am, the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Vincent de Paul Church, 4026 River Road.

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