Robert Kopf

**In Loving Memory of Robert Martin Kopf** **Born:** November 29, 1941, Elmhurst, Illinois **Passed:** April 23, 2020, Sun City, Arizona It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Martin Kopf, a loving husband and father of four, at the age of 78. Robert was born in Elmhurst, Illinois, and at the age of 18, he joined the Army, serving as a helicopter crew chief during the Vietnam War. After his service, he moved to Phoenix, Arizona, where he earned his engineering degree and worked for 33 years as a senior traffic engineer for the City of Phoenix. On May 5, 1969, he married Guadalupe Valdez, and together they raised one daughter, Yvonne, and three sons, Charles, Mark, and Michael. Robert had a passion for collecting and restoring historical cars, particularly his beloved 1957 Chevy pickup truck. He was also an avid coin collector and enjoyed reading. Known for his quick wit, humor, infectious smile, and beautiful blue eyes, Robert touched the lives of many. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edna and Charles Kopf. He is survived by his wife, Guadalupe, his four children, his brother Raymond Kopf, 17 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren. **Funeral Service:** Date: Thursday, May 7, 2020 Time: 8 AM - 11 AM Location: Avenidas Funeral Chapel, 522 E Western Ave, Avondale, AZ 85323 **Final Resting Place:** Glendale Memorial Park Cemetery, Glendale, Arizona Military Honors will follow the funeral service. Flowers and donations may be sent to the funeral home.