Earl F. Heppner,95, beloved husband of the late Janet Heppner nee Cummins for 62 years; loving father of Ellen Barnes, William (Marlene) and Steven (Elizabeth); caring grandfather of Lisa (Paul) Fox, David Heppner, Brett (Briann) Barnes, Bridget (Eric) Brooks, Karen Huseth, and Michael Haag; proud great-grandfather of nine. Scottish Rite 32 degree Freemason, King Oscar Lodge #855, and Worthy Patron Albany Park Chapter. Tool & Die Maker for 50 years. Hobby specialist including stained glass, wood carvings, photographer and all around best "Mr. Fix-It". We'll miss you Dad. Visitation Tuesday, 4 to 9 p.m. at Nelson Funeral Home, 820 Talcott Rd., Park Ridge, IL. Visitation Wednesday 9 a.m. to time of service at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1500 W. Elmdale, Chicago, IL 60660, Funeral Service at 10 a.m. Interment Private. Memorials to Immanuel Lutheran Church in lieu of flowers is appreciated. Funeral info: 847-823-5122 or www.nelsonfunerals.com.

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