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John Epps Obituary
He was born on Dec. 13, 1947, to the late Viola Bolden and Johnnie Epps.
He attended Sussex County Schools. He was employed at Seward Luggage and retired from Masonite (International Paper) after 37 years of service. He was also a member of the Free Mason Waverly Lodge #70.
John was a hard-worker and a loving friend to all he came in contact with.
He leaves to cherish his memories, his devoted wife, Hattie Epps; two sons, John Epps III (Kim), Derek Epps of Courtland; and daughter, Virginia Epps (Anthony); five grandchildren, Tamika Drew, Janda Harrison, VaTrese Myrick, Derrick Epps and Jada Epps; a brother, Lewis Bolden (Catherine), Waverly, Va.; two sisters, Barbara Hunter (Tom), Chesterfield, Va., and Elaine Morgan (Wayne), Petersburg, Va.; three brothers-in-law, Macneal Mason (Brenda), James Mason (Minnie) and Jimmy Joe Mason, all of Camden, N.J.; one sister-in-law, Joann Raymond of Hampton, Va.; and a host of other relatives and friends, among them three devoted friends, Clyde Vaughan, Donzell Chambliss and Raymond Parham, along with other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Union Hill United Church of Christ, Sedley, Va., with the Rev. Roy Stokes officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Relatives and friends will assemble at the residence at noon. The remains will lie in repose at the church on Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. until the hour of service. Online condolences may be registered at www.tuckerfuneralhome1969.com. Services under the direction of Tucker's Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg, Va. A.A. Tucker, funeral director.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Epps
Norman Ceppi
January 8, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Natasha Spratley
January 7, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Vernon & Karen Graves
January 5, 2010
Truly we are sadden by the passing of Sonnybuck. Our sincere prayers are with you all during your time of grief. Even though it might seem hard at this time GOD will lift your heavy burdens. He will not put more on you than you can bare. You are all stronger than you know, just keep trusting GOD because he will never leave you nor forsake you.
Valerie Taylor
January 5, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
January 5, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
CSH Security Department
January 5, 2010
To Virginia Epps and Family,
We send our deepest condolences to you and your family. We are sorry to hear of your loss.
Sherry Chambliss-Dennis
January 5, 2010
I am truly sadden by the passing of Mr. Epps. I know how it feels to lose a loved one and my heart goes out to your entire family. I will keep you'll in my thoughts and prayers. With faith and memories you'll make it through.
Melissa Bailey-Saunders
January 4, 2010
I would like to say to the family.I am sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.Hold on to God's unchanging hand.He will make it alright.
Charles & Eunice Bailey
January 4, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Ivory Gay
January 4, 2010
Hattie, you and your family are in my prayers. Know that God is still there for you just as always, John was his chosen one at ths time, continue to trust in the Lord and I Know that if he bring you to it, he will also bring you thur it. God Bless now and always
January 4, 2010
Hattie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and we will continue to pray for each of you. We know that things are a little hard for you to bear at this time, but always remember that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal, just keep leaning and depending on our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ because he will never leave you or forsaken you. Always, John & Ellen Boone(Waverly, Va.)
James & Brenda Lankford
January 4, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
January 4, 2010
John, Kim, and Family - So sorry to hear about your loss. May your father rest in peace. May God's love and care surround you at this time of loss. Sincerely, Matt and Betty Shultz
Darlene Graves-Winston
January 4, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss. Although absent in body, his ever present love and memories will always be with you.
Dave & Marion Davis
January 3, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Tracey Gilchrist
January 2, 2010
I was sad to hear of your loss. Please know that many prayers are going forth on your behalf. Remember that God is concerned about you and will comfort and sustain you. You are loved.
Gwen Bailey Lowell Rose
January 2, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Lowanda Stith and Family
January 2, 2010
Virginia our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrow. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cynthia Barnes Hill
January 2, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
CYNTHIA BARNES HILL
January 2, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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