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Sarah C. Kepler

May 10, 1919 - September 17, 2011

Sarah C. Kepler, 92, a Plymouth resident for many years, died at 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 17, 2011, at her daughter’s home in Mishawaka, IN.
The daughter of Lawrence and Nettie Goodin Fair, she was born on May 10, 1919 in Bluffton, IN. She was a 1937 graduate of Bluffton High School and also graduated from Franklin College in Franklin, IN.
Sarah and Lewis “Reed” Kepler were married on November 5, 1941 in Bluffton, IN. Reed preceded her in death on February 26, 1979.
She had worked at the PILOT NEWS in Plymouth, and later obtained her teaching certificate and taught at Lapaz/LaVille High School for many years. Sarah enjoyed sewing, reading, playing Bridge, and most of all, spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She is survived by two daughters: Carol (Phil) Smith of Mishawaka, IN and Sarah Kathryn “Kay” Lattimer of Indianapolis, IN; a daughter-in-law, Linda Kepler of Plymouth, IN; five grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren and a sister, Rose Snider of Ft. Recovery, OH.
Preceding her in death were her parents, husband, a son, Lewis “Jim” Kepler, two sisters and a brother.
In accordance with Sarah’s wishes, there will be no viewing, only a small graveside service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, September 23, 2011 at the New Oakhill Cemetery Chapel, Plymouth, IN.
Burial will be in New Oakhill Cemetery.
Memorial gifts in Sarah’s name may be made to the Center For Hospice Care, 112 S. Center St., Plymouth, IN.

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  1. Holli Shorter-Pifer says

    September 19, 2011 at 7:58 am

    Kay and family,

    I am sorry for your loss. I remember your mom and dad so well while I was growing up. They were always so pleasent and kind to Dad and Ruth. Sometime I feel a sense of loss when I go visit Dad and Ruth and the neighborhood has changed. The days of talking over the fence are some of my fondest memories. They were good neighbors to my parents, I am glad she had a long life that she spent with her children and grandchildren.

    I will always think of her when I visit Dad and Ruth.

    Sincerely,

    Steve, Holli, Corbin, Cameron, and Carson Pifer

    Reply
  2. Carol Gilmer Robbins says

    September 19, 2011 at 10:53 am

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May god be with you all in this time of loss. Love you all .

    Reply
  3. Linda Bostelman says

    September 19, 2011 at 11:15 am

    Carol, you and your family have my sympathy at the death of your mom. It is so hard to loose a parent, no matter what their age. If you have been taking care of her, there will be a gaping hole in your life. I pray all your good memories will help fill you with peace.

    God\’s blessings to you and your family,
    Linda Kreighbaum Bostelman

    Reply
  4. Randy McGriff says

    September 19, 2011 at 3:50 pm

    Not only was Sarah one of my English teachers at LaVille but, I also had the pleasure of teaching with her for two years. Sarah was such a wonderful, kind lady. I appreciated all her help when I started teaching. She was more than willing to share her \”wisdom and experience\” with a rookie. I have nothing but fond memories of Sarah.

    I hope your cherished memories will help you through this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with your family as you celebrate her life.

    Reply
  5. Carol Smith Finkbiner says

    September 19, 2011 at 5:43 pm

    Carol, Phil, & Family

    Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  6. Julie and Chip Orben says

    September 20, 2011 at 10:00 am

    Mrs. Lattimer, Kim and family members,

    We are so sorry for your loss and pray that God will carry each of you during this difficult time. We pray that you soon find peace and comfort.

    Reply
  7. Peggy Warner says

    September 20, 2011 at 1:28 pm

    Kay,
    I\’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother…I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and wishing you peace.
    Sincerely,
    Peggy Warner (Hill)

    Reply
  8. Caren Coleman Dove says

    September 20, 2011 at 2:13 pm

    I just want to express my condolences. Mrs. Kepler was one of my favorite Language Arts teaches at La Ville. She influenced me into becoming a teacher.

    Reply
  9. donna whitmer says

    September 20, 2011 at 8:06 pm

    Dear Kay, Carol, and families,

    My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time. Mothers are special and you had a good one! May she soar with the angels!

    Reply
  10. Erik & JoBeth Zimmerman says

    September 22, 2011 at 11:59 am

    Your family is lifted in prayer. You\’ll have a glorious reunion in heaven soon!

    Reply
  11. Jo Spade says

    September 23, 2011 at 11:12 am

    To the children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and Rosie. I am Lucy Fair\’s sister and met Sarah years ago visiting Bill and Lucy. I saw her many more times when I married Bill Spade, and moved to Bluffton. Sarah was a lovely lady, and I treasure knowing her. My blessings to all of you. Jo Spade.

    Reply
  12. Holli Shorter-Pifer says

    September 19, 2011 at 7:58 am

    Kay and family,

    I am sorry for your loss. I remember your mom and dad so well while I was growing up. They were always so pleasent and kind to Dad and Ruth. Sometime I feel a sense of loss when I go visit Dad and Ruth and the neighborhood has changed. The days of talking over the fence are some of my fondest memories. They were good neighbors to my parents, I am glad she had a long life that she spent with her children and grandchildren.

    I will always think of her when I visit Dad and Ruth.

    Sincerely,

    Steve, Holli, Corbin, Cameron, and Carson Pifer

    Reply
  13. Carol Gilmer Robbins says

    September 19, 2011 at 10:53 am

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May god be with you all in this time of loss. Love you all .

    Reply
  14. Linda Bostelman says

    September 19, 2011 at 11:15 am

    Carol, you and your family have my sympathy at the death of your mom. It is so hard to loose a parent, no matter what their age. If you have been taking care of her, there will be a gaping hole in your life. I pray all your good memories will help fill you with peace.

    God\’s blessings to you and your family,
    Linda Kreighbaum Bostelman

    Reply
  15. Randy McGriff says

    September 19, 2011 at 3:50 pm

    Not only was Sarah one of my English teachers at LaVille but, I also had the pleasure of teaching with her for two years. Sarah was such a wonderful, kind lady. I appreciated all her help when I started teaching. She was more than willing to share her \”wisdom and experience\” with a rookie. I have nothing but fond memories of Sarah.

    I hope your cherished memories will help you through this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with your family as you celebrate her life.

    Reply
  16. Carol Smith Finkbiner says

    September 19, 2011 at 5:43 pm

    Carol, Phil, & Family

    Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

    Reply
  17. Julie and Chip Orben says

    September 20, 2011 at 10:00 am

    Mrs. Lattimer, Kim and family members,

    We are so sorry for your loss and pray that God will carry each of you during this difficult time. We pray that you soon find peace and comfort.

    Reply
  18. Peggy Warner says

    September 20, 2011 at 1:28 pm

    Kay,
    I\’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother…I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and wishing you peace.
    Sincerely,
    Peggy Warner (Hill)

    Reply
  19. Caren Coleman Dove says

    September 20, 2011 at 2:13 pm

    I just want to express my condolences. Mrs. Kepler was one of my favorite Language Arts teaches at La Ville. She influenced me into becoming a teacher.

    Reply
  20. donna whitmer says

    September 20, 2011 at 8:06 pm

    Dear Kay, Carol, and families,

    My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time. Mothers are special and you had a good one! May she soar with the angels!

    Reply
  21. Erik & JoBeth Zimmerman says

    September 22, 2011 at 11:59 am

    Your family is lifted in prayer. You\’ll have a glorious reunion in heaven soon!

    Reply
  22. Jo Spade says

    September 23, 2011 at 11:12 am

    To the children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and Rosie. I am Lucy Fair\’s sister and met Sarah years ago visiting Bill and Lucy. I saw her many more times when I married Bill Spade, and moved to Bluffton. Sarah was a lovely lady, and I treasure knowing her. My blessings to all of you. Jo Spade.

    Reply

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