Thomas Lee Hepp

Tom was born on March 31, 1942, to Balthaser and Catherine Hepp in Denver, Colorado. He was one of six siblings, whom he adored and looked up to throughout his life. Together, the siblings grew up on the family farm, where they worked hard and helped maintain the many different aspects of farm life.

After graduating from high school, Tom began his career as a meat cutter, later in life, after retiring from Sysco Foods, he held jobs for the Town of Frederick and Saddleback Golf Course in Firestone. In his free time, he loved spending time with his family. Some of his favorite memories were made taking them fishing and camping. When he wasn’t surrounded by family, Tom enjoyed playing a good game of poker and spending mornings on the golf course.

Above all, Tom cherished his faith. He loved attending St. John’s Catholic Church in Longmont, Colorado, and his faith was an important part of his life. He made sure to share that faith and its values with his family.

Tom was incredibly proud to be a grandfather and great-grandfather. One of his greatest joys was watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow, discover the world around them, and become the people they were meant to be. Their lives brought him immense happiness and pride.

Tom will be remembered as a loving and supportive brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He was a devoted parent and a loyal friend who was always there for the people he loved. His kindness, generosity, faith, and unwavering support touched the lives of those around him. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.

Tom is preceded in his passing by his parents Balthaser and Catherine Hepp and his sisters Shirley (Dwayne) Stroh, Dorothy (George) Sack and a brother Robert (Nadine) Hepp.

Tom is survived by his significant other, Vickie Baca; his children, Kim (Troy) Lee, Kevin (Cheree) Hepp, Denise (Robert) Christensen, Deanna Parker, and Dawna (Robert) Gudka; and his siblings, Don (Nonie) Hepp, and Larry Hepp.

He also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren, Breanna Lee, Paul Hepp, Dylan Hepp, Jack Hepp, Allen (Kaylie) Gudka, BJ (Kylee) Gudka, Blake (Kyleigh) Gudka, Tiffany (David) Alexander, and Marc (Bethany) Christensen; as well as his great-grandchildren, Collette, Luxe, Eloise, Tripp, Cashley, Charles, Sutton, Grayson, and Joseph.

Tom’s greatest joy was his family, and he will be lovingly remembered by each of them for the love, support, and memories they shared together.

A Catholic Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, September 21, 2026 at Howe Mortuary & Crematory located at 439 Coffman Street, Longmont, Colorado 80501. A reception will follow the service at the same location.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.howemortuary.com with his loving family.