Obituaries

July 23, 1923 to March 10, 2019

WINGATE - Arlos L. Kroft Epler, 95, a long time Francesville resident, passed away at 7 a.m., Sunday, March 10, at her granddaughter's home in Lakeville.

She was born in Medaryville, July 23, 1923, the daughter of the late George and Grace Tetzloff Kroft. She married Frank R. Epler on July 4, 1958. He preceded her in death.

Survivors include: daughter; Lana Anderson of North Port, FL; three granddaughters, Tara Horvath, of Lakeville, Renee (Roger) Dickenson of Englewood, FL, Julie Mosby of Youngstown, FL, and Janine (Kevin) Fulmer of Medaryville; three step-daughters, Sheri Deem, Fran Zierlein and Sheila Lang; two step-sons Larry Epler and Frank Epler III; 11 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren, as well as many step-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; sisters, Alladean Clouser, Georgianna (Dolly) Fritz, Louella Hively and Doris Becker; two brothers, Ray and Robert Kroft; daughter, Ruth Ann Timmons Strain; son Thomas Timmons; son-in-law Charlie Anderson; grandson, C. Andy Anderson and a great-grandson Avian Fulmer.

Mrs. Epler graduated from Medaryville High School and was a homemaker. She had been a life member of St. John's UCC. She enjoyed cooking and baking, cookies and pies were her specialty. She also enjoyed playing euchre. We were all fortunate to have such a loving, witty, fun-hearted lady who played a huge role in all our lives

Visitation hours are 12 noon to 2 p.m., Thursday, March 14, at St. John's United Church of Christ, Medaryville. The funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., with Rev. Judith Doll officiating. Burial will follow at St. John's Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be directed to St. John's Cemetery.

Family and Friends Funeral Home of Wingate is assisting the family. Visit online to leave a condolence or sign the guestbook at www.familyandfriendsfh.com