Richard Hoeppner

Richard L. Hoeppner, age 74 passed away peacefully on Monday, August 25, 2025 home with his family at his side. Richard was born in Waupun on July 19, 1951. He grew up in Arlington and Poynette. Richard attended UW-Platteville, transferred and graduated from UW-Madison. He was united in marriage to Katherine (Katie) Grogan on October 22, 1971 and then settled in Sun Prairie to raise their family.

Richard worked for Oscar Mayer for 33 years as a supervisor, quality control inspector and as a lab technician. He retired early due to health issues.

Richard is survived by his wife, Katie; children, Ben Hoeppner of Columbus and Lori (Andy) Cline of Sun Prairie. He is further survived by his beloved grandchildren, Seluna and Donnie Hoeppner of Columbus, Brody and Wesley Cline of Sun Prairie.

He is also survived by sisters, Sandy Schliesman, Sue Roundy and Dannette Kenyon. He is further survived by his loving in-laws, Jane Grogan, Judi Benade, Mary Grogan, JoAnne Grogan, Tom Grogan and Patricia Schweitzer.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Wanda and Daniel Sheeks; brother, Harold; Katie’s parents, Paul and Dottie Grogan and brothers-in-law, Robert Blitzke, Bill Grogan and Bob Schliesman.

Richard faced many medical challenges over the years. He met each one with determination and strength. Family meant everything to Richard. He was a kind and caring man – with a good sense of humor. The joy he felt becoming a father was only surpassed with the arrival of four beautiful grandchildren. The family will remember him fondly with the little songs he made up, the frequent misdials on his phone, love of movies and chocolate.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Richard’s name to SSM St Mary’s Foundation, https://www.givetossmhealth.org/foundations/wisconsin/ssm-health-st-marys-foundation-madison/make-a-gift.

A memorial service will take place at 5PM on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Cress Funeral Service, 1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie, WI 53590. A visitation will take place from 1PM until the time of service.

The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at SSM St. Mary’s Hospital, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fitchburg, and Agrace Hospice for their exceptional care for Richard.