Dodge City - Joseph D. Gepner, 52, passed away on June 25, 2024 at his home in Ford County.  He was born on June 10, 1972 at Dodge City, the son of George Gepner and Theresa Wordelman.

Joseph grew up in Dodge City and was a graduate of Dodge City High School. A lifelong resident of Dodge City he worked at Dodge City Sand, Maupin's Truck Center and Moss Metal all of Dodge City. He loved to fish and spent many hours fishing with his mom. Joe also loved his pitbulls.

He is survived by his aunt, Nina Sanchez of Wichita, and three uncles, Leonard Wordelman of Larned, Freddie Wordelman of Salina, and Raymond Wordelman of Wichita; and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Jimmy Joe.

Graveside service will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery on Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:00AM. There will be no public visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorials are suggested to the Joe Gepner Memorial Fund in care of the funeral home. Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.