North St Paul, Minnesota
Beloved Husband, Father, Grandpa, Brother & Friend Born & raised in Jackson, MN. Passed away on January 10, 2012 at age 68, after a long struggle with Frontotemporal Dementia. Preceded in death by parents. Survived by wife Jane; children Jennifer (Stephen) Busk, Jason (Lynne) & Jeff;...
Read MoreWe were so sad to hear of Jim's passing. He was always there with a smile on his face and made everyone feel so special. We will always cherish the memory of Jim performing our wedding at St. Peter. He made that day such a wonderful and memorable one for us. You were blessed to have such a wonderful man in your life. Keep the memories and stories of him alive.
Tim and Julie Keenan
January 21, 2012 | Maplewood, MN
Dear Hepp Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Jim is a man who touched many lives at the Church of St. Peter. In times of trouble he would be there for that hug or he would know just what to say. I always remembered his leadership during my daughter's first communion many years ago. His homilies were of the heart. Jim was a man of deep faith, who will be missed by many. May the peace of Jesus be with you.
Carol Swanson
January 16, 2012 | Oakdale, MN
My sincere sympathy to all the Hepp family. I grew up in Jackson and went to school with Jim. He worked in my father's grocery store when he was in High School and we were really good friends. He came to Jackson when my father passed away and presided at the mass and gave the eulogy. He was a very special person and I am sure he was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather - I am so sorry for your loss.
Jean Matuska-Jurgena
January 15, 2012 | Darnestown, MD
Dear Jane, Jennifer,Jason,Jeff and family, I'm so sorry to hear this news of your husband,dad,grampa,friend. I remember Mr Hepp as a good neighbor, so nice to me, a caring person. May the Lord comfort you during this sad time and the days ahead.
Love and prayers for all of you.
Linda Berndt
January 15, 2012 | Oakdale, MN
Jane and Family. I was saddened to learn of Jim's passing. I have many memories of his visits to my pharmacy over the years. In addition to being a very caring and kind person, his sense of humor and ability to tell "the best" story provide lasting memories. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Michael Burns
January 14, 2012 | Woodbury, MN
Dear Hepp Family,
My deepest sympathies. I just found this obituary on line. I think of Mr. Hepp every winter. He made the best neighborhood ice rinks and I didn't realize all the hard work he put into making those perfect. I will never forget sitting on the bench by the lake with him and he listened to every word I said. I also remember the time my brother Todd dislocated his knee on the ice and Jim was there to help. He was a great neighbor and I will remember him fondly.
Tana Prokosch
January 13, 2012 | Oakdale, MN
Jane, I was so sad to hear about Jims passing. He was such a great comfort to Sharon after the loss of her husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time!
Sue Scherek Tasler
January 13, 2012
Jane, when I was your neighbor I had many wonderful conversations with Jim. I especially liked to hear him speak about his involvement and the miracles that took place during the restoration of the Cathedral dome. I found him compassionate, caring and we laughed a lot together. I will always be grateful to him for making the time to mow my lawn and shovel my drive way when I was away at work. Jim was a good guy and I was blessed to have known him. I am praying for your comfort during this...
Anne Walkosz
January 13, 2012 | Roseville, MN
To the Family of Jim,
My husband Tim and I worked with Jim at 3M. He was a very dear friend during our years at 3M. Shared many stories about our career's at 3M.
I was so excited when he brought back some olive oil from one of his Italy trips.
We're so sad to read he was taken from us at such a young age.
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
Tim & Pat Whaley
January 13, 2012