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Obituary For Ednearl (Ms. Sally) Epps
Ednearl (Ms. Sally) Epps of Moss Point, MS, was born on September 1, 1936, to the late Wilson and Celestine Fagan. She passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at Second Missionary Baptist Church, 3913 Macphelah Road, Moss Point, Mississippi 39563. Pastor John Williams, Jr. Officiating. The viewing is from 10:00 until 10:45 am. The interment will be at First Baptist Cemetery in Escatawpa, MS.
Ms. Sally is preceded in death by her husband, Willie W. Epps, Jr., and her children, Clarence Anthony, Pamela Marie, and Norris Waddell. Her parents, Wilson and Celestine Fagan, and brothers Wilson, Jr., James Herman, Robert Lee, and Dennis Leon Fagan. Two sisters, Lottie Mae Chestang and Brunetta Gildersleeve.
She leaves to cherish two children, Lisa Rivers and Willie Epps, III. Two sisters, Annette Mitchell and Maggie Bardwell. Ten grandchildren, a host of great-grandchildren, dedicated nephews and niece, and her last surviving uncle, Ernest Watson.
Ms. Sally was married to Willie Epps for over 50 years. She was a cherished member of her community, known for her warm heart, kind spirit, and unwavering generosity. Her life was marked by a series of remarkable achievements and heartfelt connections.
She was a faithful member of First Missionary Baptist Church, Moss Point, MS, an active member of the Pastor’s Aide, Star of the Gulf, Chapter No. 141, and a proud member of the Class of 1954 from Magnolia High School, where she loved to talk about being one of the best on her basketball team.
Ms. Sally broke barriers as one of the first Black women to work for Ingalls Shipbuilding in the Labor Department, a testament to her courage and dedication.
She is remembered fondly by all who knew her, especially for her laughter, jokes, and her stories of what used to be. Her legacy of love, compassion, and kindness will forever remain in the hearts of those who were fortunate to know her.
To Ms. Sally’s numerous special friends, we give thanks for the Saturday rides, the many gifts, and the acts of love that were shown during her lifetime.
I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course; I have kept the faith. II Timothy 4:7
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My greatest condolences to Maggie and the Epps' family. Let the love of Jesus keep, comfort and guide you. WITH LOVE, Annette Jackson and Family ❤️❤️❤️
Ms Sally was a joy to be around, she made you laugh when you were down, smile when you saw her coming your way. I am happy to have crossed paths with her. She will be missed. Praying for her family.
Sending hugs and prayers to the family of Ms. Sally, especially my God-son CJ and his family. She will be missed
My deepest condolences to the family on the passing of Miss Sally. Lots of happy memories.
My deepest condolences to my friend Mrs Sally rest in peace you got your wing fly high
Sending heartfelt condolences to Maggie and family. Ms Sally was truly a joy to be around and will truly be missed.Hazel Molden and family
Joyner/Myers family Sending our deepest sympathy to Maggie and Ms Sally family. Sorry for your loss. Praying for God to give you strength during this time. Praying 🙏 pete/myers family.
Ms. Sally was ONE OF A KIND, WON'T BE ANOTHER LIKE HER! God grant you comfort, peace and joy.
We are praying for you, Maggie, and family in the transitioning of dearest Mrs. Sally, who was always full of life and laughter. I met her many years ago at Ingalls and we shared lots of laughs making our way through the parking lot and gates in the wee morning hours. Middie
My condolences to the family.
I have known Mrs. Sally for most of my life. I've always known her to be joyful and upbeat. Her memory will always be in my heart. I pray for blessings and peace for the family
To be absent from the body is to be present with the LORD, Amen. There are a lifetime of memories of Ms Sally. I remember when I would come to her house & the wonderful pleasant talks we shared & I would get teary-eyed & then regain my composure. Laughter, Love, Hugs and prayers always to the family with Gentle Affects. Ms Sally legacy will live on, memories & her beautiful smile. We love you Ms Sally and family. Rest on in the LORD'S arms you so deserve. The LORD has another bless Angel to enjoy. Love Gloria, Yvonne, Reggie, Mary & Pinkie 💔😢🙏🏾
We are praying strength and comfort for the family, Ms Sally loved Rev. Young and we loved her as well, remember earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️❤️
As our devoted friendship led us in so many directions in life while we fellowshipped and worked together we loved ourselves some Mrs. Sally jokes while she slipped on her lipstick. We won't forget you.
I will miss seeing you when I come home. You were my mother best friend. I'm gonna miss you
Sally, We had years of enjoyfully times together I will never forget you . My prayers are with the family . Love you all.
She had definitely fought a good fight... Our love, thoughts and prayers go to the family, friends and neighbors.
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