He was born on December 22, 1929 and was the son of the late Floyd W. Eppard, Sr. and Lula Mae McDaniel Eppard.
Mr. Eppard was a Dairy and Beef farmer for most of his life. He was a member of St. Peters Lutheran Church in Shenandoah. He enjoyed woodworking and building furniture for his children and grandchildren. He served in the US Army from 1953-1955 and was honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant.
On March 19, 1955, he married the former, Sylvia F. Dadisman, who survives. Also surviving are a son, Marc Eppard of Huntsville, AL; a daughter, Amanda Davis and husband, Jeff, of Woodstock; four grandchildren, Matthew and Jonathan Eppard, Jacob and Morgan Davis; a sister, Nancy Vick and husband, Lemuel, of Richmond.
He was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Karen Eppard.
Honoring his wishes, he will be cremated and a graveside service will be held 11 am, Saturday, June 19, 2021 at Coverstone Cemetery in Shenandoah, with Pastor Tarja Stevenson officiating. There will not be a formal viewing or visitation at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Peters Lutheran Church, 199 N 4th St., Shenandoah, VA 22849.
Lindsey-Kyger Funeral Home in Shenandoah is handling arrangements. Condolences and memories can be shared with the family by visiting www.lindseykygerfuneralhome.com.
