James Epps Obituary

I was fortunate to have known James Vernon for several years in connection with our service on the Carolinas Association of Professional Insurance Agents. My deepest sympathy for his family.

James Vernon Epps. Anyone who heard his name knew him immediately and were blessed. I have known him for more than 30 years working for the independent agents association of which he served in many ways including president. During his year as president, he visited every member in North and South Carolina. He was so proud of the agency staff, knowing he could leave the office and they would take care of things for his customers. After he "retired" (and I use that term loosely), we talked on the phone and I could see the smile on his face and the twinkle in his eyes as he related a story or new idea he had. He loved Lake City. He loved and was very proud of his children, letting each find their own place in the world as he had done so. He truly loved Dot and let everyone know how special she was and how lucky he was to be her husband. As a young college graduate, I was fourtunate to meet him early in my career. Without meaning to, he taught me many things that have guided my life. Yes, he had many interests, many achievement and many accolades. I think that he would feel that having the opportunity to help others was what he cherished most of all. God Bless everyone who knew him and God bless you, James Vernon and thank you.

Mr. James Vernon was "The Best Band Dad" of them all. So much discipline yet so much humor in dealing with hyperactive teenage boys. He was very special, will be fondly remembered and greatly missed.

May God bless you all.

Miss Dot, John, Steve, and Leah,
My sympathies and prayers are with you at this sad time. I have so many fond memories of y'all and Lake City--Sunday School, church, youth group, and Bible School--
--band with John, riding in Steve's camaro, Baboo's place, and babysitting for Leah. Your dad was such a big part of LC Pres and of Lake City the town. He touched a lot of lives and will be missed.
Carolyn Jones Eason

Leah and "Miss" Dot,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Mr James Vernon was always very helpful to me over the years. You and your family are in my prayers.

Sincerely,

A great friend for many years. My deepest sympathy to Dot and his family.

Please accept my deepest sympathies. Mr Epps always had a welcoming voice and a very a big smile. He often shared with me the love that he had for the greater Lake City communtity. He was a teacher,friendly neighbor, and I will never forget him.

John and Family .... I am so sorry for the loss of Mr. James Vernon. My thoughts and prayers go with you all.

MRS EPPS & FAMILY, I WAS VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MR EPPS. HE WAS A VERY ACTIVE PERSON DURING HIS YEARS AND DID MANY NICE THINGS THAT HE WILL BE REMEMBERED FOR. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM. I WILL KEEP ALL OF YOU IN MY PRAYERS AND MAY GOD BE WITH YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

His great fellowship and friendship are part of our remembrances of the Presbyterian church and life in Lake City

Mrs. Epps ,from everyone at Prosser's rest. in Lake city we will miss Mr. Epps and you coming in all most every day to eat , we all ways tryed to make sure Mr.Epps had his pudding he loved so much. He will be missed,Please let us know if there's anything we can do for you and family.... Donna ,Kim. Divina and Lucille.{waitress at Prosser Rest,in Lake City

To the Family:
We never really met Mr. Epps but we spoke alot on the phone concerning old coins and he will be missed dearly. Our condolences on your loss and the loss of a great man that helped so much with our community and history. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

Dot & Family
With much respect and appreciation we always placed Mr James Vernon at the top of our special friend list. He taught us so much about Lake City, Cades, Frances Marion,Train Depots and the importance of keeping the past alive and preserved for future generations.

We realized early in our friendship he carried a deep love for his extended community and wanted in the worst way to leave a legacy of civic pride. We firmly believe that every life he touched has been made better because of his sincere drive and joy for life.

He was a "Peter Pan" at heart and a true friend we will always remember with a huge smile.

Hugs with Wings
Elaine & Rudy Frye

Dorothy, our sympathy and prayers will be with you and your family as you go through these days and weeks. Sincerely, Johnnie Lee and David Witt, Hilton Head

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Mr. James Vernon Epps will surely be missed. He was truely a wonderful person. To the family my prayers will be with you.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Mr. James Vernon was a "Cornerstone" in the community and will be missed greatly. Our prayers are with the family that God
will give you strength and peace.