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John A. Epling

1931 - 2006

John A. Epling, age 76, of Cincinnati, and formerly of Gallipolis, died Wednesday evening at is residence. Born September 9, 1931 in Gallipolis, he was the son of the late Moses and Hortense Epling. In addition to his parents, he was preceded by his first wife Christine Fraley Epling, by a son, Matthew Epling, and by a brother Miles Epling.

John graduated from Gallia Academy High School, Syracuse University, and the Ohio state University Law School. He practiced law in Gallipolis and in Cincinnati. His greatest interest was in the facilitation of joint ventures between American and Russian businesses. He was the first American lawyer admitted to the Russian Bar Association. John also taught construction law at Texas A&M University and facilitated conferences in construction management in Thailand, The Sudan, Jordan, and Indonesia. He was a member of the Church of the Advent Episcopal Church in Cincinnati. He has been a member of the propeller Club, full Gospel Men’s Fellowship, The International Bar Association, Rotary International, and the Navy League. He was a United States Air Force Veteran, and attended the Naval Academy.

John is survived by :

Wife: Martha Epling of Cincinnati

Daughters: Mari (Peter) Chamberlain of Big Lake, AK.

Zayne (Tom) Counce of Scranton, PA.

Kathleen (David) Madden of Freehold, NJ.

Sabrina (Dan) Wilson of Cincinnati

Daughter in law: Kay Epling of Vienna, Austria

Son: Sean (Remy) Korich of Bagou, Philippines

Brother: Richard (Floretta) Epling of Morristown, TN.

Sister in law: Barbara Epling of Gallipolis

22 Grandchildlren

Many Nieces and Nephews

Graveside Services will be 2:00 PM. Friday April 7, 2006 In Mound Hill Cemetery in Gallipolis, with Rev. Angelo Puopolo officiating. Military Funeral Honors will be presented at the graveside by the Gallia County Veterans Funeral Detail.

A Memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM. Saturday April 8, 2006 at the Church of the Advent 2366 Kemper Lane, in Cincinnati.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in his name to, the Crossroads Hospice Foundation, 9912 Carver Road Suite 101, Cincinnati, OH. 45242 or to the Church of the Advent 2366 Kemper Road, Cincinnati, OH. 45206.

Waugh-Halley-Wood funeral Home 810 2nd. Ave. Gallipolis in charge of arrangements.

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There are currently 15 condolences.

Brian Miller sloganman@msn.com Sunday August 20, 2006 at 12:17 AM
Still miss you deeply John. Truly sorry we didn't spend more time together while you were with us. Perhaps we'll make it up someday in the great beyond. No one can have such a presence without leaving a void. Your energy and charisma, your poetry and song, your love for your fellow man filled every space in which you were present. As much as we miss you John, I'm sure all of God's angels are thrilled to have you. God bless you John Epling! - Brian

Brian Miller sloganman@msn.com Thursday May 4, 2006 at 11:49 PM
Hello Martha, Just learned of John's passing this week. Ironically, from Gary Kindell, whose father Norris joined John in Heaven just this past Sunday. I loved your husband John dearly, and am deeply saddened that I hadn't taken time out to see him this past year. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you in this time of loss. I will forever cherish the memories of my time with John, and pray to reunite with the man at some point in the promised eternity that awaits all believers. All my best to you Martha.

Cynthia Drake cydrake@nc.rr.com Wednesday April 19, 2006 at 5:05 AM
Dear Martha Ann, Phil Snow forwarded the news about your husband, John. I am so very sorry you have lost your mate. So many years have passed since you and I have seen each other. Still, my heart is sad to know you have this big heartache to experience. I do hope your family members live close to you and will give you comfort and love. With affection, Cynthia

Janet (Blundell) Sasso jsfwb@prodigy.net Monday April 10, 2006 at 2:03 PM
Dear Martha Ann, I'm so very sorry for your loss. These are times when we need friends and family; I hope you have both helping you through your sorrow. Even though we haven't kept in touch, you have often been in my thoughts and now I've also had you in my prayers. Take care, Janet

Jack Rash jrash@spe.org Monday April 10, 2006 at 10:20 AM
Martha Ann, I am truly sorry for your loss. I pray that you wil be given everything you need to get through this difficult time and that God's love and mercy will be with you always. jack

Jan Lammert dlammert@fuse.net Saturday April 8, 2006 at 5:08 PM
This is just a note to say sorry for your loss, and if you need anything, I will be there for you. Jan

Diana Struve rstruve@cinci.rr.com Friday April 7, 2006 at 7:40 PM
To Martha and the Girls...you have my sincerest sympathy. Wish I had known; I would have been there with you. Mom just told me today when the Gallipolis Daily Tribune came out... John was a great guy and he's having a great reunion...I can't wish him back given his condition. I have many fond memories of John and the Epling family during my college years at Rio and since. Again, my deepest sympathy! Love, Diana

Cheryl Thomas Enyart trayne1837iinc@yahoo.com Friday April 7, 2006 at 6:53 PM
We have lost a great friend in Jesus. May you all take comfort in knowing that he is conversing with the angels.. and those friends who are with him... I will always remember him from the times our paths met and we walked together through those parts of our lives.

Judy Hersey Riley rileyfarm@alltel.net Friday April 7, 2006 at 3:26 PM
Martha Ann, So sorry to learn of John's death. I know it has been difficult for you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have many,many fond memories of you! You were always a good friend and a very kind person. Please take care of yourself. Judy Hersey Riley

Tamsy Sandford HOGFAN70@HOTMAIL.COM Friday April 7, 2006 at 2:47 PM
Dearest Martha Ann, I was sorry to hear about John. He must have been a great man in every way. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I'll be writing you a much more personal letter later when I get your home address. My love, Tamsy

Phyllis Johnson jhnsnlaw@msn.com Friday April 7, 2006 at 12:49 PM
Martha Ann, I was sad to learn of John's death. I am so glad to have had the opportunity to meet and visit with him; I know your strength helped him throughout his illness, and now that inner strength is called on again. My thoughts are with you. If you do ever get "back home," do get in touch. Fondly, Phyllis

Linda Lafferty Ladd Linda_Lafferty@rush.edu Friday April 7, 2006 at 10:46 AM
Martha, Wanted you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Linda

The Smith Families estate5points@juno.com Friday April 7, 2006 at 9:03 AM
Dearest Zayne and Kathleen, The Kentucky Smith families send prayers and love to you during this time. I know that our Mother, Aunt Christine, Uncle John and Grandmothers are all rejoicing at being reunited. We love you both so much.

Dan Wells danwells474@msn.com Friday April 7, 2006 at 8:15 AM
Martha, you may not remember me but I worked at Beech Acres a few years ago and my name is Dan Wells I worked in Finance. I am so sorry to hear about John's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.When my daughter Chantelle worked at F&W Publications, she met with John many times for some work project and spoke how amazing of a person is was. Keep your head up.

Phillip Snow pesnow@aol.com Friday April 7, 2006 at 7:24 AM
Martha, So sorry to hear about John. Know that your friends from FHS Class of 65 have you and your family in our prayers. God bless. Phillip

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