James Albert Heppler

James Albert Heppler obituary, Phoenix, AZ

James Albert Heppler

James Heppler Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Best Funeral Services Peoria on Oct. 1, 2025.

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James Albert Heppler of Phoenix, Arizona passed away at home in the care of Hospice with his family by his side Thursday, August 7th, 2025 at the age of 88. Jim passed after a 6 year battle with Cancer. Jim was born in Detroit, Michigan to the parents of Charles and Mary Heppler. Jim married Laura David in Evansville, Indiana in 1956 and had 3 children. he is survived by his wife Laura Heppler, children Mark Heppler, Mike Heppler and Mary Heppler Rachwitz. Six Grandchildren David Heppler, Ryan Heppler, James Heppler, Camille Rachwitz, Cory Heppler and Sara Heppler Stefano. Also 13 Great Grandchildren. Jim worked at G.E. and Honeywell in computer support systems and management until retirement. Jim is preceded in death by his Parents Charles and Mary, his siblings Robert (Bob) Heppler, Charles (Bud) Heppler and Charlene Heppler. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of James Albert Heppler, please visit our Tree Store.

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