Thomas Earl Hepler

Thomas Earl Hepler obituary, Walla Walla, WA

Thomas Earl Hepler

Thomas Hepler Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 4, 2025.
Thomas was born to parents Charles Harold Hepler and Frances Mary Barber. He worked construction most of his life but loved being a heavy equipment operator. He spent many years fishing and logging in Alaska. He lived a full life and enjoyed spending his free time fishing, snowmobiling, tinkering and being outdoors. He is survived by his sisters Ruby Mejorado, Ethel Clark. His children Rick (Joni), Chuck, Rachael Looney (Bryon) Jon(Jamie), Christina Cruz (Tony). His Grandchildren Emily, Connor, Harmony, LillyAnne, Jolene, Jessie Ann, Augustus, Alexander, Athena, Phoenix.

Family will have a private service on June 26 2025

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