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“We are so sorry for your loss!! Altie & family
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1 of 11 | Posted by: Altie - IN
“So sorry to hear of Geri's passing. She was such a lovley lady. I enjoyed working with her and also Mary Kay. We had a lot of good times at the Ply...Read More »
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2 of 11 | Posted by: Millie Kaser - IN
“Mrs. Hepler was such a nice person, and always a lady. I will think of her often, just as I still think of Mary Kay often.
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3 of 11 | Posted by: Connie Green - Plymouth, IN
“I'm sorry to hear of your loved one's passing. My late husband worked in the Plymouth area and Pat Rayburn told me what a wonderful person Geri was....Read More »
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4 of 11 | Posted by: Gwen (Paul) Danti - Remington, IN
“Dear Hannah,Sarah,& Noah Our deepest sympathy at the loss of your Grandma Geri. She was a very special lady. YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY AT ...Read More »
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5 of 11 | Posted by: PLYMOUTH L.P. GAS CORP. - IN
“Having known Geri for 45 years there is so much that can be said, but frankly, it is best to say that she was loved , enjoyed, and that wonderful...Read More »
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6 of 11 | Posted by: Shirley Gidley - Plymouth, IN
“To all of Geri's family, Our condolences to you. Geri was a very special caregiver to my mother-in-law, Jean Kriscunas. She spent many hours...Read More »
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7 of 11 | Posted by: Suzy Kriscunas - Dallas, TX
“Dear Jeannie, Marcia, and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I met your mother when I first moved to Plymouth back in 1980...Read More »
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8 of 11 | Posted by: Donna Frushour - Granite Falls, NC
“My condolences to Geri's family. She was a precious jewel and was loved by the Derf family, for whom she worked. Everyone loved her gracious...Read More »
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9 of 11 | Posted by: Rick Derf - Grand Haven, MI
“To all of Geri's family. I recall your mother and father from my youth at Calvary Lutheran. They were wonderful examples of Christ's love in...Read More »
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10 of 11 | Posted by: John Rutzen - Lapeer, MI
“Geri was a very spirited individual. I enjoyed speaking with her and I pray that the family has healing and my condolences goes out to them.
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11 of 11 | Posted by: Dia Cooper - Plymouth, IN
Geraldine “Geri” Mae Hepler, 86, Plymouth, Indiana, passed away, Sunday, October 9, 2011, at 6:15 a.m., at her home, while her daughters were with her. Geri was born on May 10, 1925, in Walkerton, Indiana, to Ora and Celestia (Singleton) Arndt. She graduated from Grovertown High School, in Grovertown, Indiana, with the Class of 1943. Luther C. Hepler took Geraldine to be his bride on August 11, 1946. They were blessed with three wonderful and caring daughters, Lois Jean “Jeannie”, Marcia L. and Mary Kay. Her beloved Luther passed away on February 25, 1978. Geri retired from United Telephone. She then enjoyed working at Derf Jewelers, in downtown Plymouth and so enjoyed showing the customers the beautiful rings in the store. Geri was a kind and loving caregiver not only to her family, but to many people of this community, always sharing her smile and wonderful sense of humor. Her favorite hobby was cooking and during her time at the Catherine Kasper Life Center Rehab, her goal was to go back home and start cooking again. Geri was an active and devoted member of the Calvary Lutheran Church for many, many, years. She was a charter member of the “Friendly 30” Home Economics Club. Geri’s family was a main importance of her life. She and her family were very close and loved spending time together. Almost any occasion turned into a fun family party! Geri is survived by her daughters, Lois Jean “Jeannie” (Wayne) Zehner of Plymouth and Marcia L. (Robert) South of Warsaw, Indiana; her son-in-law, Gene (Linda) Painton of Plymouth; ten grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; her brother, Ora Duane Arndt of Texas; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Luther; their beloved daughter, Mary Kay Painton; her brothers, Leslie Arndt and Richard “Dick” Arndt. Geri’s family was so thankful for Hope Hospice, as this organization provided the assistance needed so Geri could be home, where she wanted to be, with her loving family and friends. Memorial contributions may be given to: Hope Hospice of Fulton County 420 Main Street, Rochester, Indiana 46975 or Calvary Lutheran Church ~VISITATION~ THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2011, 4:00-7:00 P.M. VAN GILDER FUNERAL HOME 300 WEST MADISON STREET PLYMOUTH, INDIANA 46563 and FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2011, 10:00-11:00 A.M. CALVARY LUTHERAN CHRUCH ~CELEBRATION OF GERI'S LIFE~ FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2011, 11:00 A.M. CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH 1314 NORTH MICHIGAN STEET, PLYMOUTH THE REV. STEVEN RESNER, OFFICIATING ~BURIAL~ NEW OAK HILL CEMETERY, PLYMOUTH ~MEMORIES MAY BE SHARED AT~ www.vangilderfuneralhome.com
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