KC Caplinger

February 1, 1998 - March 6, 2017

Kevin Lee “KC” Caplinger II, 19, of Greenwood, gained his wings at 1:52 p.m. on Monday, March 6, 2017, at Community Hospital South in Indianapolis after a week long battle from his heart suddenly stopping while at home surrounded by his family on March 1, 2017. He was born in Martinsville, Indiana, on February 1, 1998. A forgiving, selfless and humble young man, KC was always smiling and known as the “gentle giant.” With a smile, he never failed to get the last word in. He held the largest heart and truly cared about people. KC was currently working as a field technician for his family’s business, Caplinger Company. In addition to cars and trucks, his hobbies included vaping, gaming on the Xbox, hanging out with friends, and shooting. KC embraced life; living just like he drove, fast and full. Survivors include his parents, Kevin and Tonya (Brown) Caplinger of Greenwood; siblings, Alexis Chandler (fiancé, Riley Wood), Nick and Carson Caplinger all of Greenwood; nieces, Baleigh, Briannah and Stella; nephew, Hudson; paternal grandmother, Martha Willis of Indianapolis; maternal grandfather, Leroy Brown (wife, Naomi) of Martinsville; maternal grandmother, Janet Brown of Martinsville and his beloved dog, Captain. Friends and family are invited to visit from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, March 10, 2017, at the Monrovia Christian Church, 710 Gordon Road. The funeral service will be held at the church on Saturday, March 11, 2017, at 4:00p.m., with additional calling beginning at 2:00 p.m. Cremation will follow services and KC will be laid to rest in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Hall following a private ceremony with immediate family. Funeral arrangements were jointly entrusted to Neal & Summers Funeral and Cremation Center in Martinsville and Light Memorial & Funeral Chapel in Monrovia. To send an online condolence, light a memory candle, share a favorite story, or picture with the Caplinger family please visit www.nealandsummers.com and www.lightmemorial.com.