ARTHUR HENRY EPPERSON, JR. was born on September 19, 1943 in Rawlings, VA. He was the second oldest of nine children born to the late Arthur Henry Epperson, Sr. and Nina Lee Epperson. Arthur accepted Christ at a young age and attended the Lovely Zion Baptist Church in Rawlings, VA. He graduated from James Solomon Russell High School in Brunswick County, VA where he was an excellent athlete particularly excelling in football and his passion — baseball!
While in Rawlings, VA, Arthur met and married the love of his life, Dorothy Tucker (“Dottie”). In 1966. Arthur joined the United States Army obtaining the rank of Sergeant E-5 and was stationed in El Paso, Texas. After an honorable discharge from the Army, Arthur moved back to Arlington, VA, and eventually settled in Falls Church, VA.
Arthur was employed at Giant Foods grocery store as a Frozen Foods Manager. He retired from Giant Foods after 30 years. Arthur was also known as an excellent cook! He never failed to call his brothers and tell them his latest concoctions.
Arthur was affectionately known as Jr., Uncle Jr., Uncle Pop Pop, Pop Pop and Epp. Arthur had a joyful spirit, beautiful smile and a wonderful laugh lighting up any room he entered! Arthur also doted on his grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Because of his generous spirit, Arthur never let an opportunity pass to take in those who needed a place to stay, give funds to those he never expected to receive back and make friends with any and every one he met.
On February 28, 2020 at Future Care Rehabilitation Center, an angel of the Lord was dispatched to bring Arthur home. Arthur leaves to cherish his memory a loving wife of 53 years, Dorothy Epperson (“Dottie”), two sons, Anthony (Serita) and Cliffton (Nancy); 6 grandchildren, Kylee, Jaylon, Cliffton Jr. (CJ), Cameron, Tyler and Aniya, who were all near and dear to his heart. Surviving siblings are William “Sonny” (Ilona), James “Jimmy,” Willie Norris, Leroy, Ida Mae, Dwight (Valerie), and Kenneth (Gale). Preceded in death by Father Arthur Sr., Mother Nina Lee, brother George (Mae) and Larry. Brothers and sisters-in-laws, Jerry Perkins (Bobby), Earline Pitchford (Carl), Warner Tucker (Urcel), Wilbert Tucker(Sheila) and preceded in death by Clarence (Anne). He also left a host of nieces, nephews, cousins that will cherish his memories forever and a large group of friends who think of him as family.
Offer Condolence for the family of Arthur Henry Epperson Jr.
03/06/2020
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My condolences to the Epperson family on the lost of Arthur. Kenny informed of his passing yesterday, which I was so sorry to hear. Often times people speak of a Homegoing as a tragedy. Just know because Arthur was saved, there is no tragedy in going home to be with the Lord.
Wow!
This is the wonderful man along with Eugene who introduced me to my future wife, Kate.
I was so sorry to hear of his passing.
To Dottie and family, please accept my sincerest condolences.
Deepest condolences to the entire Epperson family during this time of loss of your loved one. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Our Prayers and Condolences to the Family as this a hard time but GOD will get you thru it all.
Dora, Cliff and Tony I cannot tell you how saddened I was to hear of Arthurs passing. He was a great friend and I could not have asked for a better neighbor all these years. God Bless y’all.
Bob Mac
Fallschurch VA
To the Epperson family:
“But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint”. ISAIAH 40:31 (KJV)
To the family, I extend my deepest sympathy in your loss. My prayer is that God gives you strength and understanding to endure in this hour. Remember that he is gone but resting in Jesus and you will meet again. Blessings to you.
Caleen Greene
Mt. Vernon Baptist Church
Sharing your sadness as you remember your love one. May the God who gives peace be with you all. Truly sorry for your loss.
To my sweet cousin Dot and family…I feel your pain, but one day all those tears will turn into sweet memories, and you will smile again. Cherish the memories knowing you lived the best life that you knew how, with plenty of love. Love you always, Callie& Henry
The Wise family holds you in our hearts, Eppersons. Uncle Jr was a gentle giant whose passing leaves a hole in the fabric of the Universe.
Tony,
Words alone seem inadequate to express the sorrow we feel about your father’s passing on to Glory. We (Harvey Family) are sending prayers of comfort, love, hugs, support and our condolences to you and the rest of the Epperson Family. Honored we are for having the chance to meet the Man that molded you into the Man you are today. Memories of your Father lives on in you and in everyone’s hearts he came in contact with from the Beginning to the End of this earthly Life. His Spirit is gone Home. May he Rest in Eternal Everlasting Peace. We Love You! .
I’m very sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers and thoughts.
Dear Epperson Family,
My thoughts and sympathy for your loving family.
Love to you all
To my family.my .Our prayers are with you. I will miss that smile an always happy. I will always remember those days in the back yard cooking an having lots of fun. You will be missed.
Will always have you in my ❤️ Uncle.Untill we meet again.
It’s hard to be apart from someone you love but God loved him more, we just wanted you to know you all are in our prayers
I can’t grasp the fact that I won’t see him always smiling. This man (my Uncle) has already spent a lifetime as a living angel. This Man defined that word MAN to the utmost. I will forever miss you, we will all remember, love cherish and admire you. I will always look to Aunt Dot, Tony and Cliff for your wisdom now. If any of you need me just let me know.
Great Job Great MAN
My heartfelt condolences and prayers are extended to the entire Epperson family and especially Mr. Epperson’s beautiful wife and his sons during this difficult time. I’m deeply sorry for your loss.
My Condolences to the Epperson Family
May God be with y’all In this time of need
Mr. Epperson was a wonderful person and I glad I got to know him.
He will be missed!!!