David Jeppe
October 17, 1949 ~ February 10, 2024
David Jeppe, 74, of Geneva, Ohio, passed away on February 10, 2024 peacefully in his sleep. Dave was born on October 17, 1949 the son of Nancy and Raymond Jeppe in Geneva, Ohio. After Dave graduated from Geneva High School in 1968, he went on to enlist in the United States Air Force. He served in South East Asia during the Vietnam War until 1971 as a C-130 engine mechanic, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant (E-5).
After returning home, Dave went on to study Urban Renewal at Kent State University, graduating in 1979. Dave and Alice met and married on August 28, 2010, joining their large families. When Dave retired from Grand River Rubber he spent his free time traveling, camping, taking photographs, and visiting his family all over the country. Dave was a big history buff, loving everything Civil War related. He also enjoyed watching sports including the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Guardians, and the Ohio State University Buckeyes. At one time, he played in an adult softball league as a catcher. Dave was also fond of watching his children in their various activities and sports. Dave enjoyed having a good conversation as well as arguing, playfully enticing others. He loved his beloved dog Tia.
He is survived by his wife Alice Jeppe; son, Adam (Lori) Jeppe, daughters, Brittani (Scott) Leopold, and Courtney (Thomas) Kluz; mother, Nancy Jeppe; son Joey (Denise) Herron; grandchildren, Eric Jeppe, Dylan and Nik Storme, Felicia Jeppe, Nora and Elsie Leopold, Doug (Bethany) Hayhurst, Molina (Jesse) Creaman, Briana Creaman, Marc (Kenzie) Wilson, Alicia (Kevin) McLaughlin, Joey (Kate) Herron, Thomas Herron, Kerstin Herron, Isabella Herron; sister Jan (Gary) Kotila and their daughter Sarah; brother George (Marty) Jeppe; great-grandchildren, Nova, Jase, Rockne, and Kane; special family dog, Teha and many beloved family and friends.
Dave was preceded in death by his dad, Raymond Jeppe; daughter, Tonya Herron; son Thomas Herron and maternal grandfather, Robert Lyle Beight.
Visitation will be held from 2 – 3:00 pm. on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at the Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River Street, Madison, Ohio. Service will follow at 3:00 pm. A Celebration of Life will be held after the service at The Space on Main.
David will be laid to rest at Madison Memorial Cemetery at a later date.
Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com
View current weather.
Memories Timeline
Guestbook
Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle
deepest condolences for all of you.
I will always cherish all the talks we had💗 such a wonderful man! He loved Alice so very much, I saw that every time I was around! You will be very missed Dave. My thoughts and prayers to the family at this very difficult time. RIP good friend, until we meet again💞🙏
We are sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. Our thoughts are with his family.
Janet and family, I was sorry to see David died. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dear, Nancy, Janet and family. I am so very sorry to learn of Dave’s passing. My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Our prayers go out to the family. I was shocked to find out he passed. After 60 years you just don’t think this day will come. God be with you. Mike Pelcarsky