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Michael “Mike” Frederick Epplen, 50, of Edgewood, KY, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his family. His selflessness and generosity were felt by many and set an example for others follow. Mike was loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, godfather, a devout Catholic, and a baseball coach for his sons’ baseball teams.
He is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Kelly Epplen of Edgewood, KY; his children, Abbey Epplen, Max Epplen, Zoe Epplen, and Sam Epplen; his parents, David and Donna Epplen of Ft. Mitchell, KY; and his siblings, David (Karen) Epplen, Susan (Rodney) Black, Steven (Sarah) Epplen, Krista (Greg) Hughes, Jeff (Jenni) Epplen, Daniel Epplen.
Funeral services for Mike will be private due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
A celebration of life for Mike will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions to: ACUE c/o Diocese of Covington
1125 Madison Ave. Covington, KY 41011. Online condolences to: www.linnemannfuneralhomes.com.
Michael F. Epplen
St. Mary Cemetery (Ft. Mitchell)
Address: 2201 Dixie Highway Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017Michael F. Epplen
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Sending prayers and condolences
I just learned of Mike’s passing and am so very sorry to hear. I knew him professionally and thought very highly of him as a colleague and truly decent person. My thoughts and prayers to his family – he spoke often of them with obvious pride and love.
Condolences from the Danahys
Some people make you smile when you think of them. Mike Epplen was such a fellow! Never flashy or loud, you still couldn’t help but notice how well he went about his business. He was a kind, big hearted man with an exceptionally dry wit, who loved his family and friends and wasn’t afraid to show it.
May perpetual light shine upon him!
Prayers for Mike and to your family
Dear Kelly and family,
I am sorry for your loss, my heartfelt prayers to your family. May the Holy Family, Jesus, Mary and Joseph console you and be with you to comfort, guide and protect you.
Vivette
(Mike’s coworker from Healthvision)
So sorry for your loss
You and your family are in my thoughts. I am so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing.
My sympathy to the Family
Kelly, Big Dave and I played many baseball games against each other years ago, so I knew Mike as a youngster. A good kid. A better man. A good family. Such a loss. My sympathy to all the family. George Deitmaring
Sending our love and prayers
Dear Kelly,
Jeff and I are deeply saddened for you and your family’s loss. My God bless you all through this most difficult time. We love you Kelly.
Jeff and Cyndie Overholser- Whittridge
Love is Eternal
These three remain….Faith, Hope, and Love. And the greatest of these is LOVE.
We are thinking of you during this intense time. Also sending LOVE, remembering the generosity you have shown to both Maria and Peter. It takes a wonderful man to lead such a fabulous family. His faith, hope and love remain all through you, most certainly in all your hearts. And also in ours.
May you have a truly blessed day.
Fondly,
The Rossi Family
Deepest sympathy
Prayers to your family. I met your husband November 11 2020. I was his nurse. I was so touched by his courage, kindness and positive attitude. I could see how much he loved his family. Lori Turner
Love and Light to Mike’s family
My deepest sympathy, love and light to all those who love and adore Mike. I worked with him at HUBLink and will forever be a better person for knowing him.
Michael Epplen
Dave and Donna, please accept my condolences . I am so sorry to hear of Michael’s passing. I hope your good memories of him will help ease the pain of his loss. Sincerely, Rosie Greis Kleier
Tuggs was the BEST!
Blessed to have enjoyed many a happy time in high school with “Tuggs” – great memories. He’ll be truly missed and was a blessing to know!
What a great guy – he will be missed
I am so sorry to hear this. He did a great job with all of those kids he coached with baseball and was an all around great guy!!! Prayers to all of the family.
Chas Hungler
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