Thomas Edward Eppinette age 82, of Frederick, Oklahoma passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at his home. There will be a private ceremony on his son's land where his ashes will be placed in the family plot near his grandson.

He was born to Thomas Howard and Lois L. (Dulany) Eppinette in Baskin, Louisiana on May 6, 1940. His family moved to Borger, TX. when he was a child.

Tommy never met a stranger and was loved by everyone. He loved fishing, hunting, college football, the Texas Rangers, and his friends and family. He joined the Borger Elks Lodge 1581 in 1972. He was a lifetime member and performed many roles during his 5 decades of service.

For his career, Tommy worked at Lake Meredith Marina for many years in the '70s, was part owner of a bait shop in Sanford, TX., and part owner of a construction business until retirement.

The last 10 years of his life were spent living in Davidson, Oklahoma on the property that his son owns where he was able to enjoy lots of time with his family.

Receiving him in Heaven are his father, mother, brother Sidney "Ray" Eppinette, sister Ruby Jean Adams and his grandson, Jason Thomas Eppinette. We know he is enjoying his reunion with those who have gone before us.

Still left on this earth to celebrate his life and all the wonderful memories we have with him are his son Tommy Dell Eppinette and his wife Pattie. Grandchildren BrieAnna Leigh Eppinette, Thomas Vernon Eppinette, and his wife Sasha. Great grandchildren Jaelynne Christine Eppinette, Joeseph Wayne Jones, Thomas Lee Eppinette, Jason Samuel Eppinette, and Beau Dell Eppinette. His sister Joann Hamilton. And many other family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a contribution to the Elks Lodge, a Non-profit organization, and Family, that focuses on helping Veterans, Special needs kids, and the community as a whole. Borger Elks Lodge #1581 P.O. Box 1577 Borger TX 79008 in his name.

I've finished life's chores assigned to me,
So put me on a boat headed out to sea.
Please send along my fishing pole
For I've been invited to the fishin' hole.

Where every day is a day to fish,
To fill your heart with every wish.
Don't worry, or feel sad for me,
I'm fishin' with the Master of the sea.

We will miss each other for a while,
But you will come and bring your smile.
That won't be long you will see,
Till we're together you and me.

To all of those that think of me,
Be happy as I go out to sea.
If others wonder why I'm missin'
Just tell 'em I've gone fishin'