MISSOULA - Sally Ann Hepler Gawronski, 53, of Missoula, passed away of natural causes Friday, Oct. 17, 2008, at her sister Sherry's house surrounded by family.

Sally was born Jan. 3, 1955, in Rexford to John W. "Bill" Hepler and Jean L. Brown Hepler.

She graduated from Sentinel High School.

Sally was a gifted artist. She enjoyed glass etching, quilting and gardening. She deeply loved and cared for animals. She always had a smile and a hug for everyone.

Sally was preceded in death by her son, Joshua Jon Gawronski, 28, on Aug. 22, 2008.

She is survived by parents, Bill and Jean Hepler; sisters, Sue (Mike) Wehmeyer, Sandy (Shel) Codman and Sherry (Frank) Chappel; nieces, Renee, Carmen, Angela, Christy and Nicole; nephew, Jon; aunt, Hilda Hepler; and companion, Jim Wolf.

Private family services are planned.

The family suggests memorials to Hospice of Hamilton or Partners Hospice in Missoula, Palmer St.

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