May 21, 1953 - Jan. 1, 2013

ELKHART - Jeff Eppert, 59, of Elkhart, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2013, at home.

He was born on May 21, 1953, in Goshen to Clifford Lynn and Elsa (Tope) Eppert.

He married Susan Cheryl Toliver in 1972.

He married Carol Murr on Oct. 9, 1993 in Elkhart.

She survives along with three sons, Travis Eppert, Troy (Angela) Eppert and Zachary Murr, all of Elkhart; a daughter, Jennifer Murr of Fishers; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and a sister, Ginger (Cor) Bergh of Elkhart.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Nick.

Friends may call for three hours prior to the 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013, funeral services at Stemm-Lawson-Peterson Funeral Home, Elkhart, with the Rev. Walt Davis presiding.

Mr. Eppert was a plant manager for Cana, Inc. in Elkhart. He was a member of the NRA.

He loved hunting, fishing and camping. His interests included NASCAR, college football, fantasy football and animals of all kinds, especially his dogs.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Humane Society of Elkhart County. Visit www.stemmlawsonpeterson.com to share a message with the family.

Barbara Crussemeyer , Elkhart , IN Carol and Family so sorry for your loss . I just found out . My prayers are with you and your family . To young to be taken away .

Dave Miller, Elkhart, IN So very sorry for your loss...Jeff will live on in our hearts!

Joe Emerson, Elkhart, IN Travis and Troy, I am sorry for your loss, your Dad was a very important part of my life. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless!

Becki Burkhead, Goshen, IN Thoughts and prayers to the family of Jeff. I worked with him many years ago and he was a really nice guy!!! Jeff you will be missed by many!!! May you rest in peace now!!

Stacy Dunmire-Kaplon, Goshen, IN Travis, so sorry for your loss. He was taken from you way too soon. Peace be with you.

Bufford Skipper, Elkhart, IN From the Class of EHS '72, we will miss you Jeff, thank you for the time we got to spend together. RIP our brother!!