Coach Jon M. Jepsen

Jon Mark Jepsen, 89, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Coach Jepsen was born on June 30, 1936, to Edward and Gaynell (Knight) Jepsen in Hammond, Indiana.

Coach Jepsen dedicated 24 years to Munster High School and built one of the most successful swimming programs in Indiana history. During his remarkable coaching career, Munster captured seven boys state championships, produced 24 individual state champions, earned 22 sectional titles, and achieved 14 undefeated seasons. His teams finished among the top five in the state 18 times, and the Seahorses set a state record with 104 consecutive dual meet victories.

A respected leader both on the pool deck and throughout the coaching profession, Coach Jepsen earned numerous honors, including Indiana High School Swimming Coach of the Year four times and Sectional Coach of the Year 16 times. His influence extended far beyond wins and championships, impacting generations of student-athletes through his commitment to excellence, discipline, and character. In recognition of his extraordinary contributions to Munster athletics, the Munster Aquatic Center pool was dedicated in his honor in 2011 and proudly bears the name Jon Jepsen Pool.

Jon is preceded in death by his wife Carol, son Tim, and his older brother Jack. He is survived by sons Ted (wife Socorro), and Jon II (wife Kim), grandsons Cole and Trey, and his identical twin brother Don (wife Jane) and many nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Hendersonville Funeral Home from 1pm-3pm. A graveside service will begin at 3pm at Hendersonville Memory Gardens.

His legacy will continue to inspire generations of Mustangs.