of Conway, AR
August 9, 1948 - March 20, 2019
Dennis ''Denny'' Epperson, 70, of Conway, passed away March 20, 2019. He was born August 9, 1948 in Morrilton, Arkansas to the Late Mitchell and Earlene Epperson. Denny served in the Army during Vietnam. He was very compassionate and helped Veterans receive benefits. Denny served as a police officer in McComb, Mississippi, Morrilton, and retired after many years with the Conway Police Department. He had a soft heart and loved his family and dog. Denny was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his loving wife of 17 years, Judy Epperson, son, Denny (Shandal) Epperson Jr., step-sons, Whit (Shannon) Chance and Steve (Elke) Chance, step-daughters, Stacy (B.J.) Baker and Ashley Pitts, grandchildren, Mitch, Kenzie and many more, one great grandchild, sister, Donna (Ernie) Chastain, brother, Bobby (Roxanna) Epperson and many more family and friends.
Visitation will be Saturday, March 23, 2019 at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway at Noon. Funeral Service will begin at 1:00PM Saturday, March 23, 2019 at Roller McNutt with Bro. Freddie Mark Wilcox officiating. Burial will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park in Conway.
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24 Condolence(s)
Robert "Bob" RAINBOLT
Tuesday, March 26, 2019
Denny, Thank you for your service from a fellow soldier. I have known not only Denny, but the whole Epperson family. I just loved his Mom and Dad. To Bobby and Donna, I am thinking of you. Denny will be greatly missed for the loved ones left behind but you will see him one day. That is the amazing thing. I was stationed at Pine Bluff Arsenal back in early 70's and Denny showed up at the orderly room one day in uniform and I believe he was seeking information of reassignment at the time. We had a good conversation. I saw him one more time in Morrilton after that. The Lord be with the family and thank you Lord for Denny Epperson. He was a good man and friend.
Bob Rainbolt
CWO3 (Ret) U S Army
THE SOLDIERS GRAVE
BY PEARL RIVERS
Tread lightly, 'tis a soldiers grave,
A lonely, mossy mound;
And yet to hearts like mine and thine
It should be holy ground.
Speak softly, let no careless laugh,
No idle, thoughtless jest,
Escape your lips where sweetly sleeps
The hero in his rest.
For him no reveille will beat
When morning beams shall come;
For him, at night, no tattoo rolls
Its thunders from the drum.
Tread lightly! for a man bequeathed,
Ere laid beneath this sod,
His ashes to his native land,
His gallant soul to God
Bob Barham
Monday, March 25, 2019
Judy and family,
My heart is saddened by the loss of Denny. He was my good friend for several years and former fellow officer at Conway PD. The last time I saw him and visited with him was last year at a restaurant. He always greeted you with a smile and a firm hand shake. While he will be sorely missed, I am certain that he is with our Father in Heaven, and has a new body. RIP my dear friend. I will miss you buddy.
Bob Barham
Conway PD-Retired
Mike Holmes
Sunday, March 24, 2019
Judy I am so sorry for you and your families loss. You are all in my prayers.
M. Louise
Saturday, March 23, 2019
I am sorry for your loss: Our Heavenly Father can help you endure your loss now -2 Corinthians 1:3-4 and provides hope for the future; we’re told at John 5:28, 29 ‘… the hour is coming in which ALL those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out. . .’. Until then Denny rests peacefully
Sandy
Saturday, March 23, 2019
I worked with Denny about 35 years ago. From the day I started he made me feel welcomed and a part of the group. He had a great sense of humor and lighted up many days. My sympathy to his wife and family. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael Bartlett
Saturday, March 23, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family. Denny was a good man and friend. Rest In Peace.
M. Tamburo
Friday, March 22, 2019
Denny, you were one of a kind. Prayers for you and your family. Love you and God bless. USA
kathi clevenger
Friday, March 22, 2019
Ive known denny and judy many years he was the love of her life a kind, gentle and loving man god has gained a special angel
Larry and Margie Teal
Friday, March 22, 2019
Denny will be truly missed. We were friends for 40 years, and talked almost every night he will be truly missed. Rest In Peace and love my friend.
Stephanie Teal Pearson
Friday, March 22, 2019
So sorry and prayers for the family. Rest In Peace Denny
Alice Faye Harrison
Friday, March 22, 2019
Sweet Judy, my life long friend. I am so sorry you have lost your Denny. My prayers for you and your family. Alice
Linda Phillips Finch
Friday, March 22, 2019
Judy and family,
I am so sorry to learn of Denny’s passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bobbie Riffle
Friday, March 22, 2019
So very sorry to hear of Denny's passing. I am lifting you up in prayer that our Lord will comfort and provide during this difficult time.
Renee Mahon Strange
Friday, March 22, 2019
My Mom, Dorothy Maxwell Willoughby and Uncle Narvin Maxwell were first cousins to Denny. She passed away in November last year, and her husband Earl Willoughby and myself would like to express our deepest condolences. Denny was so jovial and he will be missed.
Melinda Reynolds
Thursday, March 21, 2019
Judy and family I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in our prayers.
Glenn Stacks
Thursday, March 21, 2019
As I write this message my thoughts and emotions are flowing everywhere throughout my mind. Denny and I walked many paths together and will again in the here after. We were not just cousins, we were best friends for life. We had our ups and downs, but our love for each other never wavered. My prayers go out to Judy and her family, Denny II and his family and his sister and brother Donna and Bobby. Rest in Peace my dear cousin!
Rochelle
Thursday, March 21, 2019
Denny was a great person, always joking around & always keeping busy. He is the grandfather to my cousin so I was around quite a bit as a child & he was always smiling & loved his family. RIP
Brenda (Holloway) Victory
Thursday, March 21, 2019
Words aren't adequate to express how sorry I am for your loss. Please know I'm lifting you all in prayer. May the many happy memories that Denny left for you fill your hearts enough to shadow the sad.
Penny & Will Oswalt & Mable Huss
Thursday, March 21, 2019
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Denny.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers go out to his family!!
Mike Gibbs
Thursday, March 21, 2019
RIP , friend
Rusty Gadberry
Thursday, March 21, 2019
Denny was the best. Always cheerful and he gave you a lift just talking to him. I went to Denny to get guidance on filling out my VA benefit claim, as he helped so many other Vietnam vets. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Epperson family.
Michael Hopper
Thursday, March 21, 2019
His last breath on earth was his first breath with Jesus. I know he’s busy reuniting with those who went before him. He’s walking side by side with Jesus on two good legs. We never say goodbye to a brother in Christ. So with that in mind I’ll simply say...see you after while my friend. Mike Hopper Conway PD-retired.
Bill Brents
Thursday, March 21, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Denny was a good friend since we were kids. Prayers for the family during this difficult time.
Lori Stacks
Thursday, March 21, 2019
I loved Denny, he always had a big smile on his face and a cheerful laugh!!! Every time I saw him, I felt happy!! My thoughts and prayers are with the Epperson family.....love you all.