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James Albert Eppes

1919 - 2018

James Albert Eppes obituary, 1919-2018, Greenville, SC

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James Albert Eppes

Greenville - James Albert Eppes, age 98, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2018 at home with family.

Born March 7, 1919 in Greenville County, he was the son of the late James Frank and Vena Adams Eppes. Mr. Eppes was a World War II Veteran serving four years and six months as a Technical Sergeant and toured seven countries. After the war, he and his brother, Bob, ran Eppes Eating Place for 31 years. He then worked for S&H Greenstamp Store. Until the age of 89, Mr. Eppes hand-caned chairs and "fooled with a few antiques" from his shop in the back of his house. He was a member of Greenville Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church where he served as a Deacon.

Mr. Eppes was predeceased by his wife of 65 years, Marion Elizabeth Jenkins Eppes (Jenks). He is survived by a son, Cary Eppes; two daughters, Kitty Bost and husband Johnny, and Susie Eppes and husband Ronnie Miller; a sister, Mary Ann McCullough; and three grandchildren, Jill Bost, Jennifer McCarter Thompson, and Courtney Miller.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 19, 2018 at 2:00 PM in the Woodlawn Funeral Home Chapel with burial to following Woodlawn Memorial Park with Military Honors. The family will receive friends on Friday from 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM at Woodlawn Funeral Home prior to the service.

Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.woodlawn-fh.com.

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Published by The Greenville News on Jan. 17, 2018.
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I have fond memories of Jim. We worked together at S & H Green Stamps for several years. Jim was so kind to everyone and a joy to work with! He refinished several tables for me and recaned rocking chairs. Such a smart man. He told us many stories of all of you! Our prayers are with you all. God Bless! Gwen Pierce

Gwen Pierce

January 19, 2018

I'm so sorry for your loss. You did a great job taking care of your daddy.

Almeter Butler

January 19, 2018

Dear family, you have my deepest Sympathy. Jim was a great man. I know your hearts are heavy. He was well taken care of by you two daughters. He lived a long life. May God be with you at this time. Love, Jeater Forrest

Jeater Forrest

January 18, 2018

Oh my dear Susie and family, I just saw where your father had passed away and wanted to extend my heartfelt condolences to all of you. Although, I haven't seen you guys in some time, I do fondly remember times at the Eppes' home during my lifeguarding days with Susie! My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sally Warwick

January 18, 2018

My thoughts and prayers for each member of the Eppes Family. Kitty and Susie are to be commended for the exceptional long-term care they lovingly gave their Father.

Nancy Dickard Morgan

January 17, 2018

Sweet Jesus, please provide comfort and strength for his family and friends. His family and my father were friends for many years, a very long time ago.

earle westbrook

January 17, 2018

Susie,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have been there and know how you feel. Hope to talk with you on Friday.

Pam Robertson and family

Pamela Robertson

January 17, 2018

Dear Eppes,
The Eppes and the Shains go back a long way. My father, Leon Shain grew up around Jim, Frank and Bob. I remember eating at Eppes Eating Place. I brought many chairs for Jim to recane It was always a pleasure visiting with him. I really appreciated his talent and fairness.
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish you healing and peace.
Sincerely,
Michael Shain

Mike Shain

January 17, 2018

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Woodlawn Funeral Home

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1 Pine Knoll Drive, Greenville, SC

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