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Funeral services for Mr. Melvin Epps will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 8, 2016 in the Chapel of Gallagher Funeral Home, Ball, Louisiana with Chaplain Jeff White officiating, under the direction of Gallagher Funeral Home, Ball, Louisiana.
Mr. Epps, age 64, of Pineville, Louisiana, entered eternal rest on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at Hilltop Nursing Home, Pineville, Louisiana.
Mr. Epps was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served two tours of duty in Vietnam. He was a teacher for the Rapides Parish School Board. He was a writer, grant writer and served as the editor of the Athens Banner-Herald. Melvin was a Special Projects Advisor to the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana. He will be missed by many.
He is preceded in death by his father, Grover Epps; mother Frances Nix.
He is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Mary Epps of Pineville; one son, Michael Epps (Rebekah) of Kentucky; one daughter, Renee Epps of Georgia; step-daughters, Kim Bordelon (Scott) of Dry Prong, Dawn Brumfield (Jason) of Pineville, Amber Serio (Philip) of Alexandria and Rebecca Ellison of Pineville; also survived by numerous grandchildren.
Friends may visit on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at Gallagher Funeral Home, Ball, Louisiana from 3:00 p.m. until time of service.
The family would like to give a special thanks to St. Joseph Hospice and his special caregiver, Jena Brazil.
In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be made to the National Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.
Friends may post online messages of condolence for the Epps family by visiting www.gallagherfh.com.
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Lee Campbell
November 10, 2021
Wow... I just found this out. My condolences to Mary and the kids. He was a good friend and decent person to all who knew him. I am a richer person for having him in my life and his wise counsel. God Bless pal. Until we meet again.
October 13, 2016
Sorry to hear about Mel. I worked in he newsroom with him and he was an interesting guy. I enjoyed interacting with him. I heard from once after he moved to La. and shocked to learn of his passing.
October 12, 2016
We were so very sorry to learn of Melvin's passing. We grew up together over on Nantahala Avenue area. We will keep you all in our prayers. Dennis and Lynn Flanagan
Rosemary Wood
October 12, 2016
Mel worked at the Banner-Herald/Daily News when I was there in the 1980s, and I remember him as an exceptional editor and a caring person. My sincere condolences.
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Mary Stephenson, Shadden
October 11, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Melvin's death. I grew up with him on Hiawassee Ave., Athens, Ga. And I worked with his Mom Frances at the Interstate Ins. Co. He will be greatly missed. May God Bless and take care of his family.
Tony Willoughby
October 11, 2016
So sorry for your loss Melvin was a great person new his family well. We grew up together on Hiawassee Ave in Athens Ga.
Hank Johnson
October 10, 2016
Mel and I worked together many years ago at the Athens Banner-Herald/Daily News. He was a dedicated newspaper man. I am shocked and saddened to learn of his death. Please take comfortin knowing that many people here in Athens cared for him.
MiMi DuBose Gudenrath
October 9, 2016
I am so sorry to read this news. I remember Melvin from high school. Such a nice guy. Prayers lifted up for his family.
Tedra Scott
October 8, 2016
I'm so sorry for your lost. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Susan Gremillion West
October 8, 2016
Amber, keeping you and the family in my prayers. Hugs, Susan
Joan Ward
October 8, 2016
Mary, I am sorry for your loss and my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
October 8, 2016
I am deeply sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to each of you. And "May the Lord of peace himself give you peace constantly in every way. May the Lord be with all of you." 2 Thess. 3:16
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