PATRICIA L. HEPNER, age 87, of Hobart, passed away at home on Thursday, January 14, 2021, while surrounded by her family. She was born on June 12, 1933 in Coloma, MI to the late John and Rosemarie Koritko.  Patricia was a member of TOPS and in her free time enjoyed St. Sava BINGO, watching movies, but above all she cherished the time she spent with her kids and grandkids.

She is survived by her 8 children, Paul (the late Vicky) Hepner,  South Haven, Perry Hepner, Lake Station, Patrick Hepner, Hobart, Pam Morrison, South Haven, Peggy (George) Wulitich, San Pierre, Paulette (Clayton) Greenwell, Portage, and Penny (Todd) Ryan, Valparaiso, Paula Spalding, Lake Station,; sisters, Theresa "Teddy" Thomas, Lake Station, Donna "Chuchi" (the late Donald) Lines, South Haven, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, and great-great-great grandchildren, and other loving family and dear friends.

Patricia was also preceded in death by her husband of almost 60 years, Paul Hepner; brothers, John, Eddie and Tom (Betty) Koritko; and sisters, Suzette Hesford, and Dorthea Morris.

A visitation for Patricia will Tuesday, January 19, 2021 from 2-8 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel. **Due to county restrictions, gathering sizes are limited to 25 people at any one time**.  A private funeral service will be held with burial at Heritage Cemetery to follow.  Please call (219) 942-2109 or go online at www.reesfuneralhomes.com to extend online condolences.