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Ross Epps Obituary
He is the son of Mrs. Ernestine E. Moore and the late Ross G. Epps, Sr. Preceding Ross in death are his uncles and aunts, Howard Tyler, Milton Tyler, Bernard Tyler, Shirley Brewer, Virginia Ball, and Linda Powell.
He is survived by two sisters, Faye Epps and Crystal Douglas (Lewis); one brother, Julius "Tony" Moore, Jr.; two nephews, Quinton Bullock, Jr. and JaQuon Moore; two nieces, Ahzhane Williams and Myia Moore; one great nephew, Rayquon Bullock; loving daughter, Rosetta James; godfather, Thaddeus Turner. Also left to cherish his memory his aunts and uncles, Lillian Manning, Gertrude Lawson (Larry), Carolyn Jones (Thomas), Russell Tyler and Perry Tyler; devoted friends, Johnathan Bethune and "Reebok", and a host of other relatives and friends.
Services for Mr. Ross G. Epps, Jr. will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 418 Halifax Street, Petersburg, Va., the Rev. Dr. Robert A. Diggs, Sr., Pastor, eulogist. Interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park.
The family will assemble 10 a.m. the day of the service and receive friends at 1620 Darby Drive, Petersburg, Va.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Epps at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ross Epps
Melinda Parham
March 25, 2025
It's been a long time but with Gods grace we will all see each other again.
shirl Garner
April 11, 2016
To Faye, with the deepest symphony I will miss ross with all my heart he was a good friend to me; also I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Earlene Green-Hayat
April 10, 2016
I was deeply sadden when I discovered the passing of Mike Jr., I am so sorry. There are no words to express my feelings. Ernestine,Faye,and Crystal, you all are my Purdy family. Mike Jr., in my heart you still lives. My prayers and love be with the family. I send hugs and hugs!
Alphonzo Stith Sr.
April 9, 2016
To Faye,Crystal and the entire family. My condolences go out to you. Though this is a difficult time right now, it's always the darkest before the dawn. Have comfort in knowing that Ross (aka. Rossi-Ross ) did it his way.May God Bless and be with you.
Flo
April 7, 2016
This is very hard right now. My prayers are with the Family and I will miss him. Rest in Peace Ross
April 7, 2016
This is tough and I will miss him. My deepest symphony and prayer goes out to the family.
Debra Hill Gibbs
April 6, 2016
To Faye and Crystal, we were shocked and saddened to hear of Ross Jr.'s passing. We will forever remember his beautiful smile and spirit. Deepest sympathy to the family. The Hills (Edward and Debra)
Johnell Robert
April 6, 2016
Many prayers to the family of my long time friend "Mike Jr" you will be missed by many.
Wanda Parham
April 6, 2016
My heart is filled with Pain because I had just talk to Ross a few days early at the store but we never no when is the last day or hour.Ross was a very happy person he was always there to give you a hand I will truly miss him so Faye its okay to cry cause I will to just no He's where we wanna GO....
Ella Massenburg
April 6, 2016
My prayers go out you and the family.
Bonnie Bates
April 6, 2016
Ross was a special person to me and we had so many laughs and good times together. He was always treated as family to my family. I love you today and always. You have taken your rest and sitting on the right hand of our God. Gone but never forgotten. R.I.P my friend. Keeping your family in my prayers
Derek Mason
April 6, 2016
Mike Junior, I learned so much from you growing up in Western Hills. I was much younger but I remember when you always fussed with our gang of friends that included your brother Buddha, Kirk, Fatcat and Ro-ski, but we knew your heart. As we all became adults, I realized that your mission was to bring a smile to everyone you encountered. I love you because you were my cousin and my friend. Go Cowboys! Hank
Revedia Bailey
April 5, 2016
My prayers to the family Ross was a ex coworker at Bellwood and professional maintenance he will be truly missed RIP
Alice Rives
April 5, 2016
My prayers are with the family. Ross was a kind and loving man, I will never forget you. RIP
felicia Diggs
April 5, 2016
My prayers goes out to the family of Ross. You will truly be missed.R.I.P, From the Diggs family.
BOBBY HENDERSON
April 5, 2016
Ross, will be missed, Mike Jr. and I grew up in Western Hills and have great memories together..I was shocked to hear of his passing..But I know the Lord will welcome him with open arms..May the family continue to be strong, God bless.
Patricia Harrison-Evans
April 5, 2016
Words can't describe the pain right now,! I pray that it will ease a little day by day! Ross is loved no questions asked! God told us to have faith! He will never leave us! Trust HIM! The mercy and GRACE HE will give us! Trust him!! HE didn't make a mistake!! Ross is alright! He laughed and lived!!Loved hard! Yes! We're going to miss his flesh but to KNOW he made it HOME!! Mmmm!Spread those Big Wings Ross! Smile! Tell your jokes! You're Free! No more chains holding you!!!! RIP MY DEAR FRIEND!! PHS1980 We Love You!
Deaconess Patricia Harper-Rowe
April 5, 2016
To Mrs. Moore & Family:
May the memory of Ross's gracious spirit and "smile" bring you comfort and peace in the coming days.
VSU 1986 PHS 1982
Janette Coles
April 5, 2016
To Earnestine and Faye & Family:
I would like to extend my condolences to you all. I am so sorry for the passing of your love one. Lord please heal the weeping of this family. Send them all the joy you can. In Jesus Name, Amen.
Mark Godwin
April 5, 2016
May God's grace and mercy shield and comfort you during this trying time. I had the pleasure of knowing Ross for a few years. I will never forget the image of his gentle face and warm spirit. May God give him eternal rest and all who knew him the strength to endure the pain.
Mr.& Mrs. Dennis Fitzgerald
April 5, 2016
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family..
Juanita Murphy Harley
April 5, 2016
To the Family of Ross G. Epps, Jr.
May the constant love of caring friends soften your sadness. May cherished memories bring you moments of comfort. May the lasting peace surround your grieving heart. Extending heartfelt condolences. PHS 1980
A.K.A La'Rat
April 5, 2016
Rest In Paradise In God's Loving Arms
Cynthia Bowles
April 5, 2016
Gone to soon but you are surely going to be missed RIP as I call u Big Ross.
Johnna Rives
April 5, 2016
I cant believe your gone Ross your smile and your BIG heart will definitely be missed......
Kevin Johnna JaKayla n Kj
April 4, 2016
We are so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Our prayers and condolences go out to the family. Fay, Felicia, Theresa, and our family.
April 4, 2016
I ross lil brother tony want to thank everyone who may been touch by my brother or touch my brother the love is what keep us going thank everyone for the real word about my brother may god be with all yall
Wanda Hoosier-Huff
April 4, 2016
I am deeply saddened by the news of Ross's passing. My heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the family.
Darlene Jackson-Bates
April 4, 2016
Faye and Crystal our prayers and thoughts our with your family. May God continue to bless you and keep you guy.
Debra harris
April 4, 2016
Remembering you with special thoughts and prayers during this time. We all are here for you.
Daphne Wiggins Gooden
April 4, 2016
So sorry for your loss. May God continue to comfort you. PHS 1980
CHARLIE [CHAMP] RAIGNES
April 3, 2016
The Master Called he has sent me to tell those who mourn that the time of the lord's favor has come. he will give beauty for ashes,joy instead of mourning,praise instead of despair. for the LORD has planted them like strong and graceful oaks for his own glory. We can endure life's storms if our faith is deeply rooted MISS YOU HOMIE WHOP CITY 4 LIFE TURNUP
Annette Jones-Reed
April 3, 2016
Rest in peace Ross you will be truly missed, may your family find comfort that to be absent from the body is to be with the Lord. PHS 1980
Jennie Howard-Eddy
April 3, 2016
My heart was sadden to hear the tragic loss of my classmate. Rest in Peace you are in good hands with the Lord.
Edwin Fields
April 3, 2016
Mrs. Ernestine Moore and Family, I'm truly sorry to hear about the passing of Ross. I have many fond childhood memories of Ross and the neighborhood. Please accept my sympathy.
April 3, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Tegra Branch
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Harris
April 3, 2016
We were Blessed by his presence every day here at J's Groceries. Ross is now a Chef to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Ross will be truly missed. Love and prayers go out to his family......
Robert & Shirl Golightly
April 3, 2016
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. We are praying for your peace during this difficult time.
johnny seymour
April 3, 2016
So sorry to hear about Ross.We went to school together.My love and prayers are with his family. He was a good person and a friend.love Seymour
Mary Kelly
April 3, 2016
Mrs. Ernestine Moore & Family,
"Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning." Sending heartfelt condolences to you and your family. As you celebrate a life well-lived, know that you now have an angel watching over you. Praying that God will comfort you, strengthen you, and give you peace during these difficult days ahead.
Robin Tatum
April 3, 2016
To the family of my man Ross, aka Mike, Jr. - Miss Ernestine, Faye (Big E), Crystal and Tony, may God give you all the strength to heal your hearts in hopes of moving forward. You all have my sincere condolences of the loss of your son and brother. He has always been my good friend and an overall good guy. Ross will be missed and thought of very fondly.
Thomas "Tom Wayne" Williams
April 3, 2016
We will miss you mate. Save a seat for me. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
Kermit Diggs
April 3, 2016
Ross, you left us to soon bro. GOD allow us to cherished the days he gives us because you never know when it will come to an end. The class of 1980 will forever keep us united together. REST IN PEACE CLASSMATE
Meinda Raines
April 3, 2016
As time passes the losses become closer, the names become familiar, the pain hurts deeper and the reasons become harder to find. This loss touches home once again, a loved family member gone from this life, one whose smile will be deeply missed, the sound of his voice telling those silly jokes gone forever, but the memories of times gone by will become the strength that carry us through, remember the good times, for they are many. May God's grace and mercies be with each of you.
Melinda Raines (Linda)
Howard and Glennis Marshall
April 3, 2016
Tine,
We were shocked to hear of the sudden death of Big Mike and the news took us to our knees. We will miss seeing Mike walking and smiling. We know that God has and will continue to see you and the rest of the family through this.
MARY MILES NELSON
April 2, 2016
MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU ALL IN HIS CARE PRAYING FOR YOUR STRENGTH
Ne Ne Harvell
April 2, 2016
It truly breaks my heart to have learned of "Mike" Jr's passing. After many years of not seeing him, I ran into him a few weeks ago and we talked for awhile. Always, always had a smile that would light the entire world. Mrs. Earnestine, Faye, and Crystal, please accept my sincerest condolences.
Samentha Miller
April 1, 2016
Although no words can really express the pain you are feeling now . God in the days to come will provide comfort and love.
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