KAPPEN, Maria E. (nee Leuker), beloved wife of 50 years to Otger G. Kappen. Loving mother of Teresa (Ali) Kassamli, Janet, Michael (Heather) and Steven (Sue) Kappen. Dear sister of Heinrich (Elsbeth) of Germany, Ted (Christel) Leuker of Cincinnati, OH and Lisa (the late Joseph) Leuker of Germany. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Passed away suddenly on Monday, April 23, 2007, at 73 years of age. Member of the Kolping Society. Visitation MEYER FUNERAL HOME, 5864 Bridgetown Road, on Thursday from 4:00PM to 8:00PM. Kolping Service at 8:00PM. Mass of Christian Burial St. Aloysius Gonzaga Church, 4366 Bridgetown Road, on Friday at 10:00AM. Memorials may be made to Fr. David Hiller OFM Endowment Fund, 2339 Van Blaircum, Cincinnati, OH 45233. www.bjmeyersons.com