James David "Jimmy" Hepworth

James David "Jimmy" Hepworth

James Hepworth Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 8 to Apr. 10, 2008.
James David “Jimmy” Hepworth, 30, died unexpectedly in his home. Throughout a lifetime of suffering with hemophilia and HIV, Jimmy remained the most loving and generous soul. He was born June 3, 1977, in Detroit, to Brian Frank Hepworth and Dianne Phillips Hepworth.He is survived by his devoted parents and stepparents, Dianne Hepworth and Douglas P. Champion of Terre Haute, and Brian Hepworth and Susan Hepworth of St. Petersburg, Fla.; his grandfather, David Phillips of London, England; aunts, uncles and cousins in England and Australia; and all of Doug Champions relatives, who have been Jimmy’s adopted family for most of his life here in Terre Haute. There are many, many friends who share in the families grief and Jimmy is going to be missed by all who knew him.Services are 7 p.m. Wednesday at DeBaun Springhill Chapel, 85 E. Springhill Drive, with the Rev. Donald Mullen officiating. Visitation is 4 p.m. until services Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that, for those who desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Hemophilia Foundation of Indiana, 5170 E. 65th St., Suite 106, Indianapolis, IN 46220.

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April 13, 2008

Trevor Gordon posted to the memorial.

April 11, 2008

Akila posted to the memorial.

April 10, 2008

Sarah Sponsler posted to the memorial.

Trevor Gordon

April 13, 2008

I only knew you for a short time Jimmy, but in that short space of time I could tell you had a big heart. Deepest sympathy to all your family and friends at this sad time.
"A smile for all, a heart of gold.
One of the best this earth could hold."

Akila

April 11, 2008

Tree, I miss you so much.
*hugs & kisses*
I'll love you forever and will never forget you.

Sarah Sponsler

April 10, 2008

Jimmy,
To one of the best huggers I've ever met, thank you so much for all the love you always to brought to everyone. Your kindness and gentle spirit could always warm a room.. We all miss you!

Cole Langenfeld

April 9, 2008

Jimmy, I can't explain how I feel right now and how saddened I am. I am sorry that I never got to say good bye to my buddy. I can't believe it. As I fight through tears right now, I remember how emotionally strong you always were. You never gave up, you fought on and on, just to live one day at a time, second by second, day by day.

I love you man.

Michael Daniels

April 9, 2008

This was a man who loved everything and everyone. There wasn't a moment I saw him that he wasn't making people happy. He was a dedicated and intelligent person who I admired and loved as an amazing friend. He didn't shake your hand when he saw you, he hugged you. May all your rolls be 20's my friend and you will never be forgotten.

Darla Derigo

April 9, 2008

Jimmy, we will miss you. I know you will be watching the NHL playoffs tonight. I will be thinking of you as the games go on. My sympathies to your family and friends.

Jerry West

April 8, 2008

Jimmy I knew you for many years. I was one of the "Sun drops." You trusted me enough to know at that time what most people didn't. From hanging out at your house during the Krimson Dawn days, to running crazy at Turkey run, The mountain, and even hanging out at State. Good times. I Joined the Navy after school and tried to come home as much as I could. Most peole never knew I was in town until I came to see you first. Jimmy many people are going to be lost without you. You were the glue that held alot of us together. I love you man. And I will see you again one day at those pearly gates!!!!

Damon Thompson

April 8, 2008

Jimmy you will be missed beyond measure. You were one of the real people in this world,you battled your illnesses with such dignity that all of us will envy and remember you for for all of our days...We have had the honor to call you our friend and to be called a friend by you...Thank you for every smile,hug and pint of beer we shared,You were always one to make us smile and uplift us in our darkest hours. We will always keep you in our hearts. We miss you already...Damon,and Anne Marie...We Love You

Tei Laumeyer

April 8, 2008

You were always such a sweet & brave guy....with such a big heart :) Be with God Jimmy. We love and miss you baby.

Drew Laumeyer

April 8, 2008

Jimmy was a great friend who always had a wonderful warm smile on his face everytime you saw him. He was someone you could look to when you needed inspiration, he was dealt a rough hand, and kept always looking up! He will be greatly missed, until we meet again Jimmy take care my friend!

William Pine

April 8, 2008

Jimmy,
I thank God for allowing me and my family the chance to meet a piece of his great work in you. I look forward to serving with you in Gods house, where you will be waiting, and inspiring us from heaven now. Jimmy we sure love you and will miss you, but we know you are well now. From your family friends. The Pine family: Bill, Lisa, Nick, and Drew.

Amanda Thompson

April 8, 2008

I'm still trying to figure out what you said to me on IM the other day. I closed out the message because I was giving a presentation at work. I never got a chance to ask you what you said and I don't have a log. Jimmy I'm so glad you are peaceful now and not in pain anymore. But I wish you were here. I just had a flashback of us at the Roger Waters concert singing that song together. What a bitter sweet memory. I have so many great memories with you, but would give anything to see you smile one more time. I know you are smiling now though....I just can't see it.

Sonya Simonson

April 8, 2008

Jimble bee,
You always found a way to make me smile even on the toughest of days...I'm going to miss you so much! Love forever and always,
your rebel,
Sonble

Liz Mueller

April 8, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

James

April 8, 2008

You were the first person I met here and you instantly made me feel at home.
Travel safely, Jimmy. You will be missed.

Julie Suggs

April 8, 2008

I will keep your family in my prayers! I loved our chance encounters at the gas station...we always ran into each other there. It was always good to catch up. Thank you for the bright smile, and fantastic personality. You will be greatly missed, but those you touched will never forget. God Bless. (Julie Dunbar)

Rachel "Puff" Bitzel

April 8, 2008

You were such a beautiful person with a great, big heart. You had a way about you that made even strangers feel like family. You were so talented and loved by so many. I was blessed to have been your friend. You will be missed.

Kimberly Mays

April 8, 2008

Jimmy, I will miss all of your hugs and kisses, you were they most loving and caring person I have ever known. Life for Scott and I will never be the same, anyplace we ever go I will always be expecting you to walk through the door with that big ol' smile and you goofy laugh. I love you my dear ol friend, R.I.P.~~

Peggy Fox

April 8, 2008

You will be missed by everyone that got to know and love you. We know that you are in a better place.

Marie Poling

April 8, 2008

I'll see you Wednesday, Jimmy.
Love,
Marie

Amy Price

April 8, 2008

You will be missed. I am so happy that we got the chance to be friends for so many years. I will never forget all the fun that we had. We always made each other laugh, and we always had really good talks about anything and everything. Thanks for being a great friend. (Amy WADE)

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