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Curtis Epps Obituary

EVANS, Ga. - Mr. Curtis Austin Epps, Sr., 73, husband of Brenda C. Epps, went to be with the Lord surrounded by family and close friends on Tuesday, August 21, 2012. He was a lifelong resident of Augusta, Georgia, and was a graduate of Richmond Academy. Curtis was a US Navy Veteran and retired from Georgia Iron Works. He was known for his honesty, integrity, sincerity, willingness to lend a hand, and for being a gentleman. He was always ready to see a good NASCAR race. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sterling and Ruth Epps. Surviving family members include son, Curtis Austin Epps, Jr. (Angela) of Ormond Beach, Florida; son, Brian Keith Epps (Amy) of Augusta; daughter, Christi Adele Fleming (Joel) of Richmond Hill; he was Papa to Zachary, Leigh, Eliza, Jack, Megan and Trent; siblings, Barbara Epps, Wayne Epps (Merry); Cathy Kitchens (James); and Carol Pitts (Neal). He was brother-in-law to Nina Creech (Mollie) and Paula Lever (Marvin). Funeral services will be held at 11AM Saturday, August 25, 2012, Hillcrest Baptist Church with the Rev. Bryan Cockrell officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Tommy Story, Joel Fleming, Eric Lever, Matthew Lever, Nathan Lever and Greg Lever. After the interment, the family will receive friends at Hillcrest Baptist Church. We want to thank the personal caregivers God sent to us: Vicky, Rosa, Bonita, and Ronnie. For those wishing to make memorial contributions in lieu of flowers, they may be made to The ALS Association Development Department, 27001 Agoura Road, Suite 250, Calabasas Hills, CA 91301.

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Published by The Augusta Chronicle from Aug. 22 to Aug. 23, 2012.

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September 2, 2012

I am sorry for the loss of Curtis. I worked with him for 30 years at Georgia Ironworks. Pete Davidson

Shorty and Jessie Lee

August 25, 2012

we are so sorry to hear of Curtis' passing. please rest asure you and yours are in our prayers. if you need anything please feel free to call. we love and miss hearing from you.

Sharon Lever

August 25, 2012

May God grant you and your family the comfort and peace of his loving arms. Curtis has been an inspiration to our family and will continue to be. His gentle kindness and love of family was a remarkable trait that will be a legend of it's own. I know that the memories of him will always bring an over abundance of joy with every thought that crosses the minds of those who knew and loved him. He will be always remembered for his smile and for the good he always found in those around him. We love you and your family and will always treasure the memories that have stayed with us through the years we have had the priviledge of knowing him. We are forever grateful for the legacy he leaves us: Love, forgiveness, kindness, loyalty and the love of God that was shown in everything he did. Our lives are forever touched to have known such a wonderful man. George and Sharon Lever

August 25, 2012

Brenda and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. Curtis was indeed a fine gentlemen and I had the privilege of knowing him at GIW, where we both worked for many years. Thank you for sharing the family photos; that's how I remember Curtis - always smiling and so proud of his family. With sympathy, Mary S. Wells, Dearing, GA

Darlene & Gary Graves

August 25, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you
at this time of sorrow.

Ron & Janice Giehl

August 24, 2012

Brenda and family,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you during you time of sorrow. May you be wrapped in the peace of God's embrace.

God Bless,

Ron & Janice Giehl

Elliott Sons Funeral Home

August 24, 2012

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Mike McFarland

August 24, 2012

Brenda...sorry to hear about Curtis. Thinking of you and praying for you and your family.

Kathy Price

August 24, 2012

Brenda: So sorry to hear about Curtis's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. He will be surely missd. I always loved his smile and funny personality. He was such a great person and I know we will see him in Heaven.

Verna Fowler

August 24, 2012

Curtis was a fine man and a kind person. I will never forget the day he got my car out of the parking space at the Fresh Market when someone had parked so close on the driver's side, I could not get the door open wide enough for me to get in. I was so exasperated and I ran into you and Curtis in the store when I went back to see if they could page the owner. He very kindly went out and managed to squeeze in the car and backed it out for me. I have never forgotten this kindness from him. It showed me volumes about his character and spoke me to about his true Christianity. Our loss is Heaven's gain.

Lonnie Usry

August 23, 2012

Also a retiree of Georgia Iron Works we have known Curtis and Brenda for years. Our prayers go out to the family. Lonnie and Martha Usry

Preston "Bubba" Creech

August 23, 2012

Langford Jr. High, 7th Grade, Mrs. Barton: Curtis sat behind me in class. He was a gentle young man andas so often happens we lost touch over the years. I am sad to see an old friend leave this world, but I hope to see him in his heavenly home some day. Comforting thoughts to his family, May God bless you!

Grace Hollingsworth

August 23, 2012

I will never forget such a precious, loving person as Curtis. He went out of his way to check out my car, and offered to do things for me, with Brenda always by his side, when I needed help. He was a genuine "missionary" and will be sorely missed on this side of Glory.

Beth Davis

August 23, 2012

Christi, we are saddened by the loss of your father. We will continue to pray for God's peace and comfort for you and your family. Much love, Stacey, Beth, and Ally Davis

Brian and Tonya Cowart

August 23, 2012

We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Curtis passing, We are in constant prayer for the family, God Bless and keep you all during this difficult time.

John & Patricia Parsons

August 23, 2012

From a long ago neighbor , our hearts go out the family . We will allways remember the quite smile .

Bonita Graham

August 23, 2012

I Bonita Graham was caregiver for Mr. Epps for just a couple of months. I enjoyed Mr. Epps while the short time that I got to know him. He was a pleasant Gen.tleman. My prays are with his Wife Brenda and his children abd all of his family. I know they Loved and will miss him dearly

Louis/Faye Schlein

August 22, 2012

Brenda,
I was sadden to hear of Curtis' passing, what I remember about Curtis is his love for you and the family. Please accept Faye & I condolences, along w/ our prayers asking God to comfort you in the upcoming days.

Joann Brassell

August 22, 2012

Barbara and family, so sorry to hear about your dear brother. Your Red Hat friends are praying for you and your family. We know how it feels to lose a loved one. May God give you comfort and peace in this difficult time. Love, "Queen Mum"

Tony Maddox

August 22, 2012

I knew Curtis through school all the way until we graduated from ARC but lost contact as I moved away. I did have a few "words" with him via internet a couple of years ago but had no idea that he was suffering. God bless all his family as they move forward knowing that he is now at home and at rest.

Bill Sarver

August 22, 2012

Brenda and family - I got the news from Kathy and I was saddened to hear it. Curtis was a good friend. I fondly remember our times together and the countless hours of laughter. I am thankful that he is in Heaven this very moment. God bless you and comfort you at this time!

August 22, 2012

Brenda, & her Children, Family: Curtis is not struggling any longer. You and your Family are remarkable with how you took such great care of him during this horrible condition. He was admired by all who knew him. Love & Thoughts, Diane W. & Family

Frank and Van Fleming

August 22, 2012

We love you and loved Mr. Epps. Our Family is thinking of and praying for your family. He was a wonderful man, husband, Dad, and Grandad. Love, Frank, Van, Coleman, Annelise, Frank and Jackson Fleming

Pam Finch Jacobs

August 22, 2012

To the family of Curtis, I am so sorry for your loss. Growing up on Belair Rd. and still living on Belair Rd. I have lots of fond memories of Curtis and the other family members. Curtis would come to our house and set and talk to my Mother and Dad often. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Brenda(mcdaniel) Pellegrino

August 22, 2012

I am sorry to hear of Mr. Epps's loss. He was such a sweet man. My thoughts and prayers are with the family,
Love,
Brenda(McDaniel)Pellegrino

August 22, 2012

What a peace to know Mr. Curtis is with our Lord and Savior. The lives he touched and the legacy he leaves now goes on in eternity. We love you so much Brenda, and are praying peace over your children and grandchildren.
Kelly & Ben

carolyn dietrich

August 22, 2012

Brenda, you and Curtis have both served as a spiritual inspiration to me, your family and your friends. God IS love. I pray that you will find HIS peace in the coming days. Even in the photograph of Curtis, I see kindness in his eyes. Sorry that I will miss the funeral as we are still in Montana. Love and continued prayers, Cousin Carolyn

August 22, 2012

I am praying for all of you, that the Holy Spirit will comfort you at this sad time in your lives. Love Judy Wyatt

August 22, 2012

To the family....I am so sorry for your loss...Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time....

August 22, 2012

Brenda, my heart is heavy for you and the kids. Ole Friend, you have been such an inspiration to me since I met you almost 30 years ago. The Lord will lift you up in the coming days and give you strength that only He can provide. I Love You Friend... -Sandy

Jimmy & Beth Smith

August 22, 2012

You are all in our thoughts and prayers!

The Eric Lever Family

August 22, 2012

We love you all and are praying for the peace that passes understanding. Curtis is whole again.

August 22, 2012

Brenda & Family: Out heartfelt love and prayers go out to you. May God give you that special peace that only He can give. Our love, Ted & Levaughn

Sconyers employees

August 22, 2012

So sorry to hear about Mr Epps. He is finally free from that horrible disease. We will miss seeing him at Sconyers where he was one of our regular customers.

Renee Bush

August 22, 2012

Brenda, so sorry for your lose. Will keep you in prayer.

August 22, 2012

Aunt Paula, we are so sorry for your loss, and you all will be in our thoughts and prayers.

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