KOPPE, Wilhelm (Bill)
Passed away peacefully at LV Village Aged Care Newborough on January 23, 2026.
Aged 86 years.
Dearly loved and loving husband of Jenny (dec).
Dearly loved father of Annie and Roland, Robert and Halina, Martin and Julie and Paula.
Adored Pa to all his grand and great grandchildren.
Deep gratitude to all the staff at LV Village for the love, care and support given.
Bills’ Service will be livestreamed.
To view the livestream, please CLICK HERE
Goodbye my friend, say hi to Jen for me. Condolences to your family. Love Pam
January 24, 2026A legend gone
January 24, 2026
Bill you were a true gentleman well loved by all you will be missed
Condolences to the familyA True Gentleman so kind and Gentle.
January 24, 2026
So sad to hear of your passing Bill.
I am so so blessed that our paths had crossed and I truly enjoyed our conversations. You gave the best hugs and had the kindest smile.
My Condolences to your family.
It makes me happy to know your now with your Beautiful Jen and again she is in your arms held tight and lovingly.
Rest In Peace my dear Friend.
It was an honour to have known you.
Biggest Hugs
Love JenDeepest condolences to Bills family and friends on the passing of Bill, It was a pleasure to have known you Bill, you are a true gentleman and will be sadly missed. RIP Bill, Home safe with your beloved wife Jenny.
January 26, 2026
Love Laura kusRip Bill thought go out to family and friends Gonny 🙏
January 27, 2026I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our dear friend and fellow Board member of the Latrobe Valley Village . Bill was such an intricate and committed Director of the board who gave generously of his time, wisdom and care, always working in the best interest of the LVV community. I will miss Bills contribution, friendship and warm presence. RIP Bill with your beloved Jenny. Judy Redman
January 27, 2026My deepest condolences to the family of Bill.
January 28, 2026
It was truly an honour and such a blessing to have known you, Bill. A true gentleman in every sense, kind, humble, and always carrying that beautiful smile. No matter how you were feeling, whenever I asked how you were, your answer was always “perfect.” You never complained, and that strength and positivity will always stay with us.
I find comfort in knowing that you are now reunited with your beautiful wife, Jen. Together again, watching over all of us. You will be deeply missed, your warmth, your smile and the quiet grace you carried every day.
To Bill’s family, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May you find comfort in the love, memories and the lasting impact Bill has left on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. 🕊️My friend for many years before you came to us as a resident, you were so loved by so many Nd will never be forgotten .I am blessed to have had you in my life,xBack with your loving Jenny. RIP 🙏
January 28, 2026We were saddened to hear of Bill’s passing. Our heartfelt condolences to Bills family.
January 28, 2026
May wonderful memories comfort you.
John & Linda MulderSending Martin & Julie And All The Family on The Passing Of Bill Remembering The Old Day Going To See Bill At The Shell Service 40 Plus Years Ago RIP Bill
January 29, 2026
Pauline HardingHappy Birthday in Heaven.
Dad today would have been your 87th Birthday and an occasion we always celebrated together as our birthdays were only two days apart.
This year as a Family and Friends we all get to celebrate this special occasion on an even more special day the celebration of your life and the mourning of your passing.
Thank you for being my Father and give Mum a giant hug from me, so until we unite again in Valhalla in the Majestic Halls of Asgard I shall always greatly miss you.
Your loving Son Martin.
January 31, 2026i had great pleasure working with Bill back in the 70s at the Moe co op driving milk tankers, and in later years buying fuel from the servo he and Jen ran. a true gentleman i am proud to say i knew.RIP Bill
January 31, 2026Bill you were a good husband to my sister Jenny, a good son in-law to Mum and Dad and a good brother in-law to me.
February 2, 2026Farewell Bill. A wonderful man who always displayed grace and empathy. Sorry I’m unable to be in MOE today..
February 2, 2026Allerliefste wim,
Zo jammer,dat je er niet meer bent.
Je bent de neef van engbert.
En ik de vrouw van engbert.
Je kwam regelmatig naar Nederland.
Eerst alleen,en later met janny
En kinderen.Het was altijd top.
Engbert Is met petra bij jullie geweest,
Een mooie vacantie.
Niks was jullie te veel.
Hartelijk een warm welkom.Ook ik ben met engbert bij jullie geweest.
Een mooie tijd.We hebben vele gesprekken gevoerd,
Met video bellen.
Gelachen samen met jannyjullie klaagden nooit,
Het was altijd oke.Grote dierenvrienden.
Na het overlijden van janny,
Merkten we wel,
Dat je gezondheid achteruit ging.1 januari heb ik nog met je gesproken,
Een fijn gesprek.
Lieve wim,
Een prachtig uniek mens
Is er helaas niet meer.We zullen je missen
February 2, 2026Bill, so sad you’ve gone. You hired me at 14..i got to leave school thanks to you.. You were my boss, my friend, my mentor . I thank you for the life lessons you instilled into me..You were a true gentleman who made those around you love and respect you..Say hi to Jen for me..love you Bill.xx Rest easy now with your Jenny..x🩵
February 2, 2026