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James Epting Obituary

EPTING, James Entered into eternal rest on the afternoon of November 13, 2008, James Jay F. Epting, IV. Residence, Charleston, SC. The relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral services Saturday, November 15, 2008 at two o'clock, at the graveside in Summerville Cemetery, Summerville, SC. Jay was born April 3, 1957 in Conway, SC, the son of Tommie Smith Epting and Jannette Ilderton Epting. He was a graduate of Fort Johnson High School and attended The Citadel. He was an electrician with Martin Electric Company and a member of Epworth United Methodist Church. He is survived by his parents of Charleston, SC; one daughter: Marilyn Lanee Epting of Glenside, PA; two sisters: Donna E. Kellahan and her husband Richard of Yonges Island, SC and Paige E. Wilkins and her husband Stewart of James Island, SC; two nieces: Kathy Anderson and Kristi Wilkins; two nephews: Richie Kellahan and Jeff Wilkins. Memorials may be made to Hospice of Charleston Foundation, 3870 Leeds Avenue, Suite 101, North Charleston, SC 29405. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Nov. 15, 2008.

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Richard Skipper

May 30, 2024

I use to work with JAMES at a couple different electrical companies and was trying to find him and found this, Jay definitely tought me quite a bit about life and work.. I'm very sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to the family.
Richard Skipper

Patty Fann Walther

November 24, 2008

Mr. and Mrs Epting, Donna, and Paige,
I just learned about Jay's passing this past weekend. Since I am currently living in Louisiana, I don't get current happenings with my long time friends. I went to high school with Jay and had some of my most exciting, crazy and funny times with him. He still brings a smile to my face just thinking about him! He was somewhat of a "big brother" to me and I find some sort of peace knowing he is entertaining the angels! I want to extend my deepest sympathy to you.

molly mulvey

November 18, 2008

Dear The Entire Epting Family:
On behalf of the entire Mulvey Family just want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Eddie Lee

November 18, 2008

I have just learned of Jay's passing today and I am very sorry to hear it. I grew up with Jay and had the most wonderful time doing so. Jay's personality and humor always kept everyone in great spirits and he ALWAYS kept everybody entertained. I am so sorry for your loss and I hope that the knowledge that he is painfree and in the arms of our Lord will give you peace in the coming days. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Belinda Kowalski

November 17, 2008

Dear Epting Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jay's passing. Just the thoughtof him will all ways bring a smile to my face. Many years have passed but my memories of Jay will be forever. Your family are in my prayers. Lanniee your father was a wounderful man, full of life and all ways had a big smile. You are the love of his life.

Debbie (Hoover) Jones

November 17, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Epting and family,
I am so saddened to hear about Jay. We went to school together until we graduated from Ft. Johnson, and I am sorry to say I've not seen him since. My first thought when my mom told me, was that he was one of the very first people to be my friend when I moved to James Island in the fifth grade. His smile and friendly personality will always be with us. Thought and prayer be with you.

Kathy Kirby

November 17, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am deeply sorry for your loss.

Tracy Searson

November 17, 2008

Paige and family, I am very sorry for your loss.

David Tyler

November 16, 2008

We were very saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
David and Sally Tyler

Karen Clark Thompson

November 16, 2008

Dear Epting Family,

I went to school with Jay and he worked for my ex husband's electrical contracting company for years. I was so sorry to hear he had passed. My deepest sympathy goes out to you all.

Mary and Brian Falcone

November 16, 2008

Jannette, Tommie, Donna, Paige and families,
Oh how sad we are to hear about Jay. We are thinking of your whole family. May God bring peace into your hearts.

Richard "Frog" Rodgers

November 16, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. As you know me and Jay were in high school together. I have nothing but good memories of him. We had a great senior trip, wild times. I hope all will be smooth for you guys. Love you .

thomas fassuliotis

November 16, 2008

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Epting
It has been some time since I have communicated with any James Island friends.Tim Corley called me and informed me of Jay's plight. I have so many memories of your son from high school days and our rooming together as fresman Citadel cadets. He was a great friend over the years and I am guilty for not always keeping up with him. I will write in the near future to further express to you my condolences and fond memories I have of your son. I think of you and your kindness you have afforded me and as always my sympathies are endless.
Sincerely,
Thomas Fassuliotis
Gainesville, GA

Gene and Dianne Woodall

November 15, 2008

Tommy and Jeanette, We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks.
Gene and Dianne

Jeff and Tracey Davis

November 15, 2008

You are in our hearts and prayers a this difficult time.

Michael and Robin Brown

November 15, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. Epting,
We are so very sorry to hear that Jay has passed. We will never forget what a character he was and we want you to know that his friendship meant so much to Mike (all way back to elementary school). We will always cherish his unique personality, way with words, roaring good times and all the fun we had in our "younger days". He will be missed by many and we are sorry we could not be there due to the distance. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike and Robin Brown

Linda Grant

November 15, 2008

With deepest sympathy,
Linda Grant (11p.m. - 7p.m. Nurse with RESCARE.)

Chris Seabolt

November 15, 2008

The James Island PSD Fire Department was saddened to learn about of James' passing. Tommy was the former Fire Chief and served James Island for many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Marilyn Trevino

November 15, 2008

Mr. and Mrs. Epting and Donna: I am so sorry to hear of Jay's death. My best to you in your time of grief. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.

Jim Ratledge

November 15, 2008

Dear Janette and Tommie, I am so sorry to hear that your son has made the transition from the human body to the eternal one. We are supposed to rejoice in that but we are so human that it is very difficult to do as we should. I can truly identify as I lost my "baby" son at age 37. My love, thought and prayers are with you. This is a very difficult time and you never really get over it. Time does help ease the pain. One who knows. Jim Ratledge

November 15, 2008

We love you.

Ray and Beverly

Shirley Rush

November 15, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Ron and Kay Hanna

November 15, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you all are in our prayers.

Rick Bennett

November 15, 2008

Epting Family,
I was saddened to hear of Jay's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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