James C. Kepler, 71

James C. Kepler, 71, passed away peacefully in his home Dec. 12, 2011. He is the son of Robert and Evelyn Kepler, deceased, of Big Timber, Mont., and the son-in-law of Thomas and Betty Sparks, deceased, of Post Falls.

He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Terrie (Sparks) Kepler, of Hayden Lake; and his two daughters, Dr. Kelsi Kepler, OD, of Hayden Lake, and Dr. Keli Kepler, DC, of Olympia, Wash. He is also survived by his four brothers, (twin) Jerry and wife Connie Kepler of Twin Falls; Robert and wife Susi Kepler of Caldwell, Morris and wife Jan Kepler of Eagle, and Ted and wife Susan Kepler of Spokane; and multiple nieces and nephews.

No funeral services will be held in accordance to Jim's wishes; however, a memorial service will be arranged for the summer, to be announced at a later date.

Please also look to his tribute page on Facebook, James Kepler, where details of the memorial will be placed, and where anyone can post condolences or add stories or photos of Jim if they wish.

Yates Funeral Home, Coeur d'Alene Chapel, is entrusted with the care of final arrangements. Memorial at www.yatesfuneralhomes.com.