Santino Eppinger

Santino Eppinger, born April 14, 1975, passed away at the age of 42 on August 20, 2017. Tino is survived by his beloved daughter, Mikiyela Eppinger, son Liam, parents Bea and Dave Amari, brother Nicholas, sister Julie Lehman (Joel), Tio Ernie “Erns,” Tia Queta, Tia Helen, Tio Jon Mirto, cousin Maggie Mirto, cherished family friend Leo Chavez, beloved Granddan, along with both sides of an extended family of aunts, uncles, and cousins who all loved him dearly. Special mention to Flori Reyes, Mikiyela’s mother, who has been an integral part of our family.

Tino also leaves behind his Camelback Spartan family, the Class of ‘93, and, of course, who could ever forget that special, unforgettable varsity football team that would forever form a bond of friendship and continued family ties. Tino was also on the varsity basketball team where there, too, he formed another lifetime bond. He made friends easily and was loved by so many, and that love was without a doubt reciprocated. He was such a gentle soul. My beautiful son, Tino, you will forever remain in all the hearts of those you touched. Tino, my son, with his beautiful, award winning smile, my friend…

Visitation will be held on Monday, August 28, 2017, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1954 N. 24th St., Phoenix, AZ 85008, beginning at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Holy Mass at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be immediately after at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 2033 N. 48th St., Phoenix, AZ 85008, followed by a Reception/Celebration of Life at St. Agnes Church Hall. A very special thank you to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home.