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Lisa Joyce Thornton Kepper

A celebration of life will be held for Lisa Joyce Thornton Kepper, at 11 a.m., Friday, March 7, at Riverwood Family, with burial in Riverwood Memorial Park. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m., Thursday, March 6, at Riverwood and will resume from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Friday.

Mrs. Kepper, 60, of Hattiesburg, MS, died March 4, 2025, at Asbury Hospice House. She was born in McComb, MS, September 28, 1964, to Jimmie Rogers Thornton and Barbara Mercier Thornton. She worked for many years as a Dental Hygienist.

Lisa loved spending time with her family and friends, and in particular, her new grandbaby, Luke. She was a member of Temple Baptist Church and an active member of “The Orchard” Bible Fellowship class. She was an avid gardener, and she loved cheering on her Mississippi State Bulldogs and her Atlanta Braves. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her granddaughter, Landry Ryan Kepper.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 36 years, Andy Kepper; children, Drew Kepper, Brady Kepper (Cassidy), and Payton Kepper; brother, Mike Thornton (Dana); one grandchild, Luke Kepper, and a host of other loving family members and friends.

The family expresses appreciation to the staff of Forrest General Hospital floor 3E and the staff of Asbury Hospice House.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Smile Train, 633 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10017 or to Ochsner Hospital for Children, 1514 Jefferson Highway #1E617, New Orleans, LA 70121.

9 comments

  • Comment Link Paul Hossain Friday, 07 March 2025 09:08 posted by Paul Hossain

    Dear Andy – Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Lisa. Please know my family and I are thinking and praying for you and your family during this sad time.

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  • Comment Link Monica James Friday, 07 March 2025 07:45 posted by Monica James

    I have never known a person with a sweeter spirit or more generous heart. My heart is just broken for Andy, the boys, and the rest of the extended family. When I was struggling to find the words to honor my precious friend, I just kept thinking that our loss was Heaven’s gain. Please know that we will be lifting all of you up in prayer during this difficult time.

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  • Comment Link Sandra Cohrs Thursday, 06 March 2025 19:40 posted by Sandra Cohrs

    Greg and I knew Lisa and Andy when we all lived in Winnfield, La. They lived on the street behind us. We all went to church together. We both thought so much of Lisa! She was always smiling, and friendly to everyone. She was one of the most genuine people we’ve ever met. We are so very sorry to learn she has passed from this life. We rejoice that she is healed in Heaven and one day, we’ll met her again. Our love and prayers are with you, Andy and family. Love, Greg and Sandra Cohrs

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  • Comment Link The Collins Family Thursday, 06 March 2025 14:26 posted by The Collins Family

    So very sorry for your loss! Praying for peace and strength during this time. She will be missed by many! She was such a special lady and was so sweet and comforting to us when we first moved to Winnfield!

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  • Comment Link Paula Jones Thursday, 06 March 2025 14:18 posted by Paula Jones

    With deepest sympathy and prayers in the loss of your loved one. I remember her well from her days in Winnfield!

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  • Comment Link Judy Hall ( Thornton by marriage to Clyde) Thursday, 06 March 2025 12:38 posted by Judy Hall ( Thornton by marriage to Clyde)

    What a precious and beautiful lady. She is now pain free in heaven with her loved ones. I was blessed to call her my niece, and still feel that way. When Jimmy got sick , I was able to help he and Barbara out with Lisa and Mike and loved them like my own. She had such a sweet and caring heart, even when she was young. Prayers for the family with my love.

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  • Comment Link Mark Perry Thursday, 06 March 2025 10:07 posted by Mark Perry

    I am so sorry for your loss. I know Lisa will be deeply missed. We don't always know why things happen the way they do. May God comfort you with his love in these difficult times.

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  • Comment Link David Thompson Thursday, 06 March 2025 09:54 posted by David Thompson

    Expressing my deepest & most sincere condolences. Love and prayers

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  • Comment Link Tami Harrel Thursday, 06 March 2025 07:07 posted by Tami Harrel

    My deepest condolences to the Kepper family. Lifting them up in prayers and blessings during this very difficult time of their lives. Asking God to bring them peace and comfort in their many precious and priceless memories of their beloved Lisa. ??✝️♥️?

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