Kurt Poepplau

POEPPLAU, Kurt Eric ‘Sparky’

December 6, 1947 – December 12, 2019

Peacefully on Thursday, December 12, 2019 with loved ones by his side at the age of 72. Survived by his wife Dianne Corbeil. Kurt was father to Karin (Dave Lewis); stepfather to Gavin (Mary Corbeil) and Brent (Connie Corbeil), and proud ‘Sparky’ to Sam, Ben, Joey and Jackson. Son of the late Hans Poepplau and Louise (née Stallman). Kurt is predeceased by his brother Dieter, survived by his sister Ursula Carnie and previous wife Dagmar. Kurt’s working career included Christie & Walther, prior to his decision to build a local success story of his own with Rideau Communications. He attended North Grenville District High School and  Western University. He loved basketball, billiards and fastball – with the latter including lasting memories as a member of the championship winning Kemptville K’s. He enjoyed hunting, travelling in the motor home and golf. We will always remember him as a man of character whose handshake was the only contract required. Kurt’s loved ones encourage you to help support the fight against pancreatic cancer and The Ottawa Hospital. Friends and family of Kurt & Dianne are invited to gather at eQuinelle Golf Club in Kemptville on Wednesday, December 18, 2019 from 5pm to 8pm.  Tributes, condolences or donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com.