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Jack Epperson Obituary

EPPERSON JACK KING, SR., 79, April 5, 1924 - April 14, 2003. Born in Detroit, MI, a decorated veteran and faithful servant to our Lord Jesus Christ. He served as president and trustee for Miami Christian School, Miami Christian College and Miami Christian Businessmen's Association, co-founder of WMCU Christian Broadcasting in Miami, served on the Southern Baptist Conference Mission Board, and was actively involved in the Gideon's Society and Prison Ministries of Miami. He was a construction pioneer and founder/owner of Jack Epperson Crane Service in Miami, served as chairman SC&RA International Crane and Rigging Group, and trustee and chairman for Operating Engineers Local Union 487. He is predeceased by wife, Ebba; and son, Mark Dailey. Survived by wife, Bette Epperson; sons, Jack Epperson, Jr. and wife, Linda, Miami, FL, Rod Epperson and wife, Linda, Tampa, FL, Van Dailey, Bay Minette, AL; grandchildren, John III and wife, Lillian, Peter Epperson and wife, Traci, both of Miami, FL, Matthew and Tyler Epperson, Tampa, FL; and great grandchild, John Epperson IV, Miami, FL. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 19, 2003 at 1:30 p.m. at the Christ United Methodist Church of Venice, FL. Family will receive friends immediately after the service at the Epperson's home. His warm smile and contribution to society will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation to be made to the BLS Ministries, Christ United Methodist Church, Venice, FL, 1475 Center Road, Venice, FL 34292, 941-493-7504 in honor of his memory or charity of your choice. To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.herald.com/obituaries.

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Published by Charlotte Observer from Apr. 18 to Apr. 19, 2003.

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JACK & ROSE ROBERTS

April 30, 2003

BRO. JACK MEANT SO MUCH TO SO MANY PEOPLE---AND ESPECIALLY TO US. WE WERE SADDENED TO HEAR OF HIS PASSING.WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING HIM AGAIN IN HEAVEN. WE ARE SORRY WE WERE UNABLE TO BE THERE WITH YOU DURING THOSE DIFFICULT DAYS. REMEMBER THAT YOUR COMFORT IS KNOWING THE LORD WILL BE WITH YOU

AS YOU FACE LIFE WITHOUT JACK'S PRESENCE. GOD BLESS.

Barbara Dick

April 24, 2003

Our heartfelt sympathy to the family on your loss. We remember Jack from the construction business and always had the highest regard for him. May your hearts be lighter in time with prayers and love from family and friends.

Julia Wisnesky and daughter, Barbara Dick

dan rizzo

April 22, 2003

Jack, Karen and I were away when Warren informed me of your loss. We are very sorry and hope that things are as well as they can be for you and your family.

Best regards, dan and karen

Marc Reyes

April 19, 2003

Peter, one of my best friends in elementary school, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.



Marc Reyes

Terry Sparks

April 19, 2003

To: Jack,Jr. and family Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family.In my association with your father,I always found him to be a most honorable man and I know he will be missed by many.Terry Sparks, Financial Secretary LU 487 (retired)

Jim Yeager

April 19, 2003

Jack Jr. and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at

this time. Jim & Sally Yeager

Dean, Kathy and Abby Smith

April 19, 2003

Peter and Traci,



Your family is in our heart, thoughts and prayers. We extend our deepest sympathies to the family; Jack was truly a magnificent person. God Bless.

Frank Magnani

April 18, 2003

Nancy & I wish to convey or condolences to the Epperson family, and to let you all know that are Prayers are with you.Frank & Nancy Magnani UBC

Karen Vaccaro LaBrosse

April 18, 2003

Dear Jack Jr. and Linda,

Our love and prayers are with you and your family. On behalf of my family, Marty and Derek, and your

friends at The Church by the Sea, I

extend our deepest sympathy at the

passing of your Father.

C.S. Lewis is quoted as saying,

"At all events, we'll certainly meet again, here--or there. I shan't say goodbye. We'll meet again soon. Besides, Christians never say goodbye!" To that I add,

"Amen". Love, Karen

Ray Lopez

April 18, 2003

----------------------------------- -Our condolences to you Jack,Jr.,and all of your family from all of us at Temptrol A/C...our prayers and our thoughts will be with you all..GOD bless,...Ray

Gary and Joanna Clark

April 18, 2003

We extend our sympathy to your family on the loss of such a wonderful person. It was our privilege to work with Jack at Miami Christian School. I taught Peter in Third Grade, and am still teaching there! May God comfort your hearts as you wait to meet Jack again in Heaven.

Sam Reyes

April 18, 2003

He will be missed. My condolences to the entire family.



Sam Reyes

Miami Christian School

Class of 81

Sharon M. Mills

April 18, 2003

Dear Bette and family,I was saddened to learn of the passing of a fine Christian and a very nice former boss of mine, "Mr. E." When I worked for Mr. E. as his secretary and personal assistant while he cut back his active business to that of consultant, I not only learned about his crane business, I enjoyed helping him with some of his volunteer work for his church. I appreciate that he gave me my first opportunity to work on a computer, which years later would lead me to become a Word Processor III who excelled at Lotus and other financial programs. As a sister in Christ of Mr. E., assisting with church work was a plus. He was an active Christian who loved you all very much. Bette, you and the children, grandchildren, and I'm sure great-grandchild meant the world to him. Although we will all miss him from this world, he is waiting in Heaven for us.With deepest sympathy,

Bob kelley

April 18, 2003

Jack,



On behalf of the Kelley family, let me extend our deepest understanding of the loss your family is surely suffering.



Your Dad and mine are probably discussing how to reconstruct Heaven at this very moment.



Haven't crossed paths with you in a few years but, friends are always friends.

Lori Brown

April 18, 2003

My thoughts and prayers are with the Epperson Family.

Mike Bley

April 18, 2003

On behalf of DLS Prestressed, Inc. we offer our prayers and sympathy for the family of Jack Epperson, SR.

God Bless,

DLS Prestressed, Inc.

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