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Tyler Dalton Hepworth

Oct. 30, 1975 - May 23, 2022

Date of Service: Jun. 3, 2022

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RUPERT – Tyler Dalton Hepworth, a 46-year-old resident of the Jackson District in Rupert, passed away Monday, May 23, 2022.

Tyler was born Oct. 30, 1975, in Burley, Idaho, the son of Steven Frost Hepworth and Frances Ardith Dalton. He received his education in Burley and graduated valedictorian of Burley High School in 1994. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Massachusetts Boston Mission (English speaking). Ironically, Tyler was desirous in teaching the Gospel in Spanish and, at the challenge of his mission president, Tyler taught himself the Spanish language and was fluent thereafter.

He was a graduate of the University of Utah where he received a bachelor’s degree in business information systems. He worked at the University and attended the Police Academy and was employed at the jail. He returned to Idaho and farmed with his father in the Pella area for 12 years. He then worked in drafting and design and, at the time of his death, he was employed at Ida Mech where he worked closely with the owner, Jeff Shaw.

Tyler married Jenny Marchant on July 1, 1997, in the Jordan River Utah Temple. They were blessed with six children, Spencer (Esther) Hepworth, and Austin, Hailey, Ethan, Brigham, and Max Hepworth. Tyler and Jenny later divorced.

On April 19, 2019, Tyler married Rachelle Jolley. This union brought him five additional amazing children, Gracie, Maggie, Dawson, Austin, and Kyle Christensen. Tyler and Rachelle were sealed for time and all eternity in the Twin Falls Idaho Temple on March 10, 2022.

Tyler was a gentle soul who was loved by all who knew him. He saw the good in others and lived his life with a drive for perfection. Tyler loved learning and helping others. He had a huge heart.

He enjoyed traveling with Rachelle and trying out different authentic dishes and then recreating those at home. Tyler had an incredible mind and was able to fix almost anything. He built an incredible chicken barn for his kids and enjoyed thinking of new ideas to improve things on their little farm.

Tyler struggled with self-esteem and depression. We, as his family, plead that anyone dealing with mental illness seek help to prevent suicide.

Tyler is survived by his wife, Rachelle; his children; his father, Steven and Jodi Hepworth; his mother, Ardith Dalton and Marge Barnes, M.D.; siblings, Mieka (Jeff) Lords, Shawn (Lindsey) Hepworth, Trevor (Sydney) Pitruzzello, Tyler Pitruzzello, Jemma (Dakota) Collins, and Josi (Grant) Farnsworth; his parents-in-law, Tim and Andrea Jolley; and his sisters and brother-in-law, Stephanie (Jerod) Johnson, Patrick (Necia) Jolley, and Sarah (Doug) Huggard.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Micah Hepworth; maternal grandparents, Edward and Virginia Dalton; and paternal grandparents, Ron and Lolita Hepworth.

The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, June 3, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Rupert Stake Center, located at 324 E. 18th St., in Rupert. Burial will follow at Rupert Cemetery.

Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Thursday, June 2, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley, and from 10 until 10:45 a.m. Friday, preceding the funeral, at the church.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/n_3W-_WFa7M.

The family expresses their heartfelt appreciation to the hundreds of people who helped search for Tyler. We want to thank both Minidoka and Cassia county sheriff departments as well as the businesses and private doorbells who provided video footage to assist in locating Tyler.

Condolences for Tyler Dalton Hepworth

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From Harry Podschwit :

Such a loss, my condolences to all .

From Eric Seat & Family:

I am so sorry to hear about Tyler. He was always so welcoming and kind. Your family will be in our prayers.

From Dan and Mary Walton:

Being aunt and uncle of Steve Hepworth, Mary and I wish to express our sympathy at Tyler's passing. We regret not knowing Tyler better, but we were impressed by his honesty and integrity. Take comfort in the knowledge that Tyler is in a good place.

From Sue W Johnson:

Rachelle, I can't even imagine your sorrow. You have been on my mind and in my heart since I learned of Tylers passing. Remember, there are a lot of people that care about you and your family.

From Klair Wolfe:

I've known Tyler sense 6th grade. He was always so kind and had always a smile. Hard to say good-bye to those that we meet on our journey of life. He will be missed by all those that he came in contact with. So sorry he has left this world so soon.

From Starla Hale:

I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs

From Brian & Debra Barlow:

We are so sorry for this tragic loss of your son, husband and father!! This so difficult for each of you and we want you to know that our love, heartss as and prayers are with you. We will be in Utah for our grandson’s graduation and will have to miss the viewing and funeral and are deeply sorry. We will watch the funeral at a different time. You are all loved and prayed for.

From Gay Dawn and Lonnie Downs:

We have known Tyler for many years as he went to BHS with our sons. This tragic loss is felt by all who know the Hepworth family. Grateful we know we have a loving Heavenly Father, our dear Savior Jesus Christ and the comfort of the Holy Ghost to bear witness to us of the gospel plan at times like this. We are deeply saddened for all of you and pray you will know how much you are thought of and prayed for in this most difficult time.

From Terri Jensen:

Steve, Jody, and Hepworth Family,.
How deeply saddened I am to learn of Tyler's passing to Heaven. May you each be blessed and comforted and strengthened at this very tender time, and in all of the days ahead. I am remembering you with great sympathy and much caring. May you feel encircled in the arms of all of those who love you, both on Earth and in Heaven. With a hug, Terri Jensen

From Natalie barnes:

Tyler was a great cousin! We have a large family on his father’s side. He made such an effort to see and connect with his relatives. I admire and love him for that. He is a wonderful person and will be missed. Till we see you again Tyler
Natalie Hepworth Barnes

From Anne R. Martin:

Prayers of comfort, peace and love to you and yours Jenny. Keep the faith

From Celia Broadhead:

I'm very sorry for your loss. It's never easy to loose someone to depression.

From Wes & Evelyne Schow:

Sometimes our trials seem unbearable. In His own time the Lord will give you the answers & the peace you need to go on. Thankfully we have the promise that we’ll be with our loved ones again. My prayers go out to you and your family.

From Brijesh Garabadu:

I am deeply saddened by this incident. It’s a loss for all of us.

I have known Tyler since 2001 when we first met at the University of Utah. I was an international student from India and was lucky to be teamed up with Tyler as a part of the orientation program at the U. Since then, I have visited Tyler and his family many many times. Tyler was one of the most helpful person I have ever met. He was super smart, intelligent and extremely kind. I still remember the first time I went to Yellowstone NP with Tyler & Jenny and stayed at his mom’s cabin. He even hosted my parents who were visiting from India. They loved him very much.

He last visited us a few years back during New Year’s Eve and I have so many wonderful memories with him and his family (Jenny and kids).

Tyler will always remain in our hearts as a great friend and a kind and helping person. Our prayers are with his family.

From Susi McCall :

Rochelle, my heart breaks for you and your family. My prayers are with you

From Sandra McBiles:

My deepest condolences to the family .

From Christine Osterhout :

Steve and Jody, I am sorry for the sudden loss of your son.

From Krista DeGraff:

I was next-door neighbors with Tyler and Jenny from 1999 till 2002 in the University of Utah married student housing. Tyler was always warm and friendly to us and a good neighbor. So sorry for his passing. There is a lot of mental illness in this world and it’s so sad when it takes one of our loved ones from us.

From Starla Hale:

I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs

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