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for James Hepp
Tim and Julie Keenan
January 21, 2012
We 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.
Carol Swanson
January 16, 2012
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.
Jean Matuska-Jurgena
January 15, 2012
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.
Linda Berndt
January 15, 2012
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.
Michael Burns
January 14, 2012
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.
Tana Prokosch
January 13, 2012
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.
You are in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
Tana (Huseby) Prokosch
January 13, 2012
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
Anne Walkosz
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 time of sorrow.
January 13, 2012
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
Dave & Mona Matuska
January 13, 2012
Jane and Family-Mona and I are deeply sadened by Jim's passing. We grew up on the same block in Jackson and shared many wonderful memories. Our prayers will be with you and your family
Laurie Dimond
January 13, 2012
To the Hepp family - A am saddened to here of Jim's passing but know that he is in a beautiful place. He was a gentle soul who had a smile for all. We were blessed to have known him.
Fred Banholzer
January 13, 2012
To the Hepp family, I knew Jim through 3M as he coordinated many of our Dept. moves in Bldg. 21/42. He was a good and easy man to work with and ensured that the move went smothly and on-time. I remember us talking about his upcoming retirement and his excitement of looking forward to the his role on managing the rennovation of the St. Paul Cathederal.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Fred Banholzer, 3M retiree
January 12, 2012
Jane and family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jim had such a beautiful smile and always made us feel welcome at St. Peter's Church. May happy memories sustain you during this sad time.
Mercedes and Bill Rogers
Ann Schiffer
January 12, 2012
Dear Jane, Jennifer, Jason & Jeff,
So sorry to hear of Jim's illness and passing - well except for now he is partying with my Dad - it's the welcome to heaven Jim party! I picture your dad telling jokes and laughing heartily - he had a magnetic love for God and for each of you. Sending prayers and condolences,
Ann Schiffer
Susan Merkle
January 12, 2012
Jane and family, I am deeply saddened by the news of Jim's passing! He will always hold a special place in my heart for all the memories and good laughs that we had. He was my boss and mentor at 3M, married my husband and I, and baptized all 3 of our children. Heaven is receiving a true angel who is now laughing on his daily walks watching over us all. Many blessings to you!
Jackie Lutmer
January 12, 2012
Dear Hepp Family,
Our deepest condolences to you all. We had the privilege of knowing Jim through St. Peter's as well as a dear and thoughtful neighbor. We will miss his great smile and friendly wave as we passed him on his walks through the neighborhood. He baptized our oldest daughter and will always hold a very special place in our hearts.
Our prayers go out to you all.
Jackie Lutmer
Renee Sonnek
January 12, 2012
Dear Jane and family,
We are so sorry for your great loss. We could never have made it through our daughters cancer surgery had it not been for his perfect timing in getting off the elevator just as I was telling her that she had cancer. She was crying so hard and I will never forget his words to her and the scripture he quoted that put her at peace.
Yes, he helped me with many things when I was a Coordinator at St. Peters. Always when asked for help, he would smile and say "Yes" Please find some peace in the words of St. Aloysius Gonzaga who wrote a letter to his mother on the day of his death. "Do not mourn me as though dead, for my face will behold the face of God every day.My prayers for you will bring you and your troubles more powerful aid than they ever could on earth."
All our love and prayers to you at this time.
Renee and Harry Sonnek and family.
January 12, 2012
Dear Hepp family,
My love, deepest sympathy, thoughts, and prayers are with you all. Jim was such a marvelous, awesome man of deep faith, great love, wisdom, encouragement, hope and joy. I was blessed to have had him as a teacher years ago at St. Peter's School, as a role model, and as a friend. May God wrap you in His loving arms and give you hope and peace, your family and friends give you strength, and your many wonderful memories give you comfort. May his soul, with all the faithful departed, rest in peace forever.
Love and prayers,
Geralyn "Geri" Tatro
Debra Leach
January 12, 2012
Dear Hepp Family,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of a great man. He married my husband and I 16 years ago, baptized all three of my children and was a huge shoulder to lean on when my father passed away. He was truely an angel here on earth. Again you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this hard time.
Cheryl Claugherty
January 12, 2012
Jane, so sorry to hear about Jim. He was a very dear friend and mentor. He will be deeply missed by many.
January 12, 2012
Dear Jane, Jennifer, Jeff and Jason,
We will see you Saturday with hugs and good memories of fun times spent together long ago!
Love, Sue and Jerry Schwalbach
Sharon Bodahl
January 12, 2012
I worked with Jim at 3M many years ago and was fortunate enough to also know him through St. Peter's in North St Paul - always warm and witty - he will be greatly missed
Jannie Baltes
January 12, 2012
Jane, I am so so sorry to hear about Jim. I know this must have been a very difficult time for you and your family. I will miss seeing and talking to Jim on his daily walks through the neighborhood. He always brightened my day and made me smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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