Harmony, North Carolina
1978 - 2001
John Andrew Hepler III, 22, of Harmony, North Carolina, a National Guard veteran, who was employed in the automotive industry, died unexpectedly at Catawba Memorial Hospital on Sunday, August 26, 2001. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 29, 2001, 7-8:30 p.m., at Reavis Funeral Home Harmony Chapel, P. O. Box 85, Harmony. Lying in state on Thursday, August 30, 10:30-11 a.m., at Rock Spring Baptist Church. Funeral services are scheduled for Thursday, 11 a.m., at the church, officiated by the Rev. Steve Hedgecock and the Rev. Dale Ellis. Burial will follow at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Reavis Funeral Home Harmony Chapel, Harmony, North Carolina.
My husband and I would like to send our condolences to the Hepler family for the loss of their son and Curtis' father.
I don't know if you'll remember who I am. I used to work at Centura Bank.
Rose and Jerry Clineman
September 14, 2001 | Union Grove, NC
My heart goes out to your family.
You don't know me, I was Bill Gandy's niece. Your thoughtfull words helped our family. Aunt Kathy told us about your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you... Just know that God will never leave your side, just call on Him. My daddy has been gone 14yrs Sept 1st, He has 2 wonderful grandsons he's never seen... but somehow I know he HAS! You spoke of a baby that John has.. He will always be with that baby! Thinking of you...
Stefanie Matthews
September 02, 2001 | Darlington, SC
To Drew: Sad to see you go. You were as much a brother to me as my own. Hope you knew that. I think often of the "sibling quarrels" we once shared. Go slow and wait on the ones you've left behind. We all look forward to seeing you again.
To Tammy: Stand strong, strong mother. Know there are many here who will help in any way we can.
To the family: I hope you will all see very much of Drew in his child. My sincerest condolences to all of you.
To...
Kristi Nance
August 31, 2001 | Troutman, NC
Drew,
I just wanted to you to know that I love you. I know that you are in a much better place and that you are watching down on us. I can't tell you how much I miss you. Your baby is so beautiful. You did a good job "Rew Baby". You are my hero and I know that one day the three of us brothers will once again be rolling yards together. Take care and watch us all. We love you!!
JW
Jeff Weatherman
August 31, 2001 | Statesville, NC
Dear Dot, Curtis, Pat & Family,
I have no words of wisdom, just tears to mingle with yours to let you know I grieve with you. It's true that when you go to Heaven, you are a million times better off, but... the one's left behind are a million times worse off! We still have to cope with the day after day of missing our loved ones. May you find comfort in God's Holy word. God himself "lost" his only begotten son for a time. But we will all be together again. God Bless You and Keep...
Edward & Nell Mitchum
August 30, 2001 | Harmony, NC
George and Dorothy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this trying time.
John , Arline and our Boys, Mead
August 30, 2001 | Hickory, NC
To the Hepler Family,
I work with George Weidenmann. His absence at our workplace has reminded me of the odd feeling when somebody's space is empty. Every day
my thoughts are with you. Drew is in my meditations. Last night Jeanette and I were wondering about you all and asked God to send alot of Love to Harmony.
Daniel Bardol
August 30, 2001 | Hickory, NC
My heart & my prayer's go out to all
of Drew's family.He was a fine young man. I still remember the day ya'll moved in next door.I thought Oh No more Boy's. But the memories we all made will stay with me forever. They were the best day's of our lives & I'm glad Cale & Drew were a part of that. Hopefully Courtney will have some great friends to grow up with as I had. Take comfort that he is in a better place with no more pain & worries & that we will see him again on the other side. Love...
April Mayberry Stroud
August 30, 2001 | Harmony, NC
No words can express the sorrow you must feel. My heart goes out to all of the family (especially Pat and Curtis). I am only a phone call or e-mail away. I am going sign this the way he referred to me.
Love always, "Rena' from Florida".
Miss Me - But Let Me Go
When I come to the end of the road
And sun has set for me,
I want no rites in a gloom filled room.
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little _ but...
Rena' Goldbaugh
August 30, 2001 | Palm Bay, FL
