John Hepler

RINGGOLD John David Hepler, 57, passed away Friday, March 1, 2013 at a local healthcare facility.He is preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Gertrude Whittemore Hepler; and a brother-in-law, Ray Collins.Survivors include his daughter, Sherrie Howard; grandchildren, Austin and Haley Edwards, and Jayden Fowler, all of Cleveland, Ga.; brother, Vernon Hepler; sisters, Wanda Whitt and husband Fred, and Dorothy Collins, all of Ringgold, Ga.; Several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews also survive.A private memorial service will be held at a later date.The family would like to express their appreciation to Hospice of Chattanooga for their compassionate care. We invite you to visit the Hepler family guestbook and send a message of comfort to www.serentiy funerals.com.Serenity Funeral Home and Cremation Center, LLC of Cleveland is in charge of arrangements.