Margie R. Lepper, 84, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Parkview Hospital. Born April 15, 1934 in Decherd, Tenn., she was a daughter of the late General and Rhoda Smith. Margie was employed with Kroger, from which she retired in 1994. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church for over 60 years. She is survived by her children, Michael (Kathy) Lepper, Gregory (Cheryl) Lepper, and Sheila (Rick) Sells, all of Fort Wayne; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Pernie Wright of Fort Wayne, Rosa Lee Hill of Estill Springs, Tenn., and Patsy (Bobby) Marks of Pine Bush, N.Y. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Lepper in 1999; and 11 siblings. Funeral Service will be 11:00am on Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at Hockemeyer and Miller Funeral Home, 6131 St. Joe Rd., Fort Wayne, with calling one hour prior. Calling will also be from 2-4 & 6-8pm on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or to Parkview Home Health and Hospice. For online condolences, please visit www.hockemeyermillerfh.com.
