Larry C. Jepsen, 65, Greenleaf, passed away peacefully on Saturday April 9, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was born August 12, 1950 to the late Esper and Kathryn Jepsen. On September 6, 1974 he married Sharon Benzschawel. Larry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who was also a devout Christian whose family always came first. He was the ultimate craftsman and a humble artist who had an unending sense of humor and a selflessness that was given freely to all. Larry will be missed by his beloved Josie.
He is survived by his wife Sharon, children, Kami (Michael) Olson, Tanner (fiance Jessica Igoe) Jepsen, and granddaughter Ella. Larry is further survived by his siblings, Alyce (Lloyd) Dumke, Minnette (Greg) Gwiazda, Gary (Kathy) Jepsen, and his brother in law Ron (Beth) Benzschawel, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and countless friends. He was preceded in death by his son Ryan Jepsen, and his brother Kenneth Jepsen.
Friends may call at RYAN FUNERAL HOME 305 N. Tenth Street, De Pere after 4:00PM Tuesday, April 12, 2016. A prayer service will be held at 7:00PM to bring the evening to a close. Visitation will continue after 10:00AM Wednesday at St. Clare Catholic Church, Greenleaf Site, until the Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00PM with Fr. Bob Kabat and Deacon Ken Kabat officiating. Full military honors will be accorded to Larry following Mass. Please go to www.ryanfh.com to send online condolences to the family.
In LIEU of flowers a memorial fund will be established.