Joseph Steven Lepley Obituary
The world bids farewell to Joseph Steven Lepley of Berne, Indiana, departing on July 21, 2025 at the age of 80. Joseph Steven leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joseph Steven Lepley to show support.
As Joseph Steven departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Joseph Steven may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Joseph Steven leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Guy Lucien and Savannah Belle Lepley (Jones). He is survived by: his wife Nila Janice Rinker; his stepsons, Shane Mann (Stephanie) of Portland and Cory Mann of San Francisco; his sister Beverly Ann Henley of Columbia City, Three; and his stepgrandchildren, Austin Mann, Gabbie Mann and Griffin Mann. He is also survived by three nieces and one nephew.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 27th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Baird-Freeman Funeral Home (221 N S Meridian St, Portland, IN 47371). A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, July 27th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials can be made to Alzheimer's Association, Stillwater Hospice or choice of the donor.
