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.
Carey Bluel
I am so sorry for loss. I am thinking and praying for you all. Love you guys
Yvonne Sevilla-Perez
My heart and prayers are with all my beautiful cousins during this very difficult time. Tino will be missed by many.
Hollow Delgado- Lopez
Tino, you are definitely unforgettable. It has been many years, but I can still hear your distinctive voice hear you joking around and feel the laughter we all shared. You were an unfoegetable athlete, with an unforgettable stylish hair do back in the day. Happy to know you in high school and after. I will always remember you my friend. May God grant you peace. My sincere condolences to your family. You are, and will be truly missed.
Brigette Palma
That is the smile I remember ! My Condolences . Praying for you and your family. #classof93
Yolie David-Gutierrez
Words cannot express how sorry I am. Tino was a beautiful soul with a smile that was contagious! He wil forever have a place in my heart!
Nina Bea, Dave, Ernie, Helen and all of the family….we love and have you in our hearts and prayers! God Bless You all and May He RIP!
Love Always!
Anthony Valdez
R.I.P GOOD BUDDY!! IT WAS A BLESSING KNOWING YOU. YOU WERE A GREAT ATHLETE AND AN INSPIRING PERSON.
Annette Perry
My deepest condolences to the friends and family of Tino. I knew him from Camelback and always had his smile always in my memory of him. May he walk along the side of our everlasting almighty God in His beautiful kingdom. God bless.
Buck Buchanan
Santino!!! Bro I have not seen you since we played together at Phoenix College 95-97. You and I were so close in age. I hope to see you on the other side of the veil when it’s my time. My condolences to your kids and family.
Vivian Nelson Melle
So much love to loved ones hurting. Tino always had a beautiful smile which I will hold even more dearly in my memory.
Melanie Wittrig (Capers)
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I will always remember your smile your crazy laugh and just you being you. Please give my Dad a hug for me I know he will be there waiting on you to call you a knuckle head just one more time. Sleep in Peace my friend.
Kris Lee
My condolences. Tino was a good person, he welcomed me with open arms my freshman year at PC. He was an awesome teammate and always made me laugh. He will be missed.
Shad
Rip Tino… camelbavk Spartans
Sammy Jr., Megan Cuesta and family
Our deepest condolences to your family. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Corinne Williams
Darryl and his family offer our condolences during this difficult time. Tino was an important part of his life and will be missed.
Roy Almansa Romo
On behalf of my family please accept our heartfelt condolences .
Stixx
You will be truly miss my brother. You were a very good guy and im glad i got a chance to know you.. PC Bears 4lyfe..
Cynthia Pereda
Such a naturally talented young man with a beautiful spirit. So caring and protective of his loved ones. Rest In Peace, Tino. Your joyful laughter & smile will stay in our hearts forever.
Irene Avila
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to his children and family. Our prayers are with you. God bless you all.
Joy Yee
May the memories of the good times with your son lift the heaviness in your hearts. My prayers and thoughts are with you always.
Tino will forever be in everyone’s heart. He will be playing for a bigger fans. His star will brightly shine up in the sky.
Always – Joy
Albert A Garcia Sr
Very sorry to hear about cousin Tino, very saddened by the tragic news. RIP
John Pettypool
Bea, Dave, Mikiyela, Liam & the rest of the family….all my love & thoughts stay with you guys right now. Mikiyela & Liam, I pray, with time, you can find comfort in knowing that your Dad was one of a kind. Tino was loved by SO many people and he brought COUNTLESS laughter & smiles to MANY MANY faces over the years.
Santino….my dude. You spent more time on my handlebars as kids than anyone else in our neighborhood. I can’t remember if it was because you didnt have a bike or if it was me demanding that we cruise the neighborhood together…haha. The countless hours we spent as kids trying to figure out our place in a crazy world will never be forgotten. I love & miss you bro.
Aaron Frazier
Tino was a good friend of mine. I pray you made it! Gililand Jr high competing in bball in high school and phoenix college teammates. You were always a good dude to me. One Love no judgment may you rest in peace!
Lisa Jackson
My sincerest condolences to the family. In high school, Tino had the best hair and most infectious laugh. His smile will be missed. May he rest in peace.