Willodean Epler

Willodean Epler, age 87, of Claypool, Indiana passed away Saturday, June 22, 2019 at 1:36 a.m. in Warsaw, IN. She was born on May 20, 1932 to Benjamin and Mary (Baugher) Hively in Pierceton, IN. She was united in marriage on June 20, 1948 to Emmitt “Jack” Epler in Peru, IN. Willodean was a resident of Kosciusko County for most of her life. She is survived by daughters; Diana Hughes of Claypool, IN, Jackie Sainer of Silver Lake, IN, grandchildren; Carl Hughes of Silver Lake, IN, Steven (Tina) Hughes of Claypool, IN, Ryan Schumacher of Claypool, IN, Jennifer Greenwood of Warsaw, IN, and Holly Gilliam of Silver Lake, IN. In addition, she is survived by 11 great-grandchildren and 15 great great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband; Emmit Epler, daughter; Linda Whetstone, son; Charles Epler, 5 brothers and 5 sisters. A graveside service for Willodean will be on Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in Hillcrest Cemetery, Pierceton, IN with Pastor Bob Jarboe officiating.