Don Robert Epperson

Don Robert Epperson, 93, of Cleveland and Decatur, TN passed away on May 26, 2023 with

family by his side. He was a resident of this area for most of his life.

As was fitting, he passed close to Memorial Day. He always held Memorial Day in

reverence, as a veteran of the Korean War, and as someone who served with those for

which the day memorializes. As his grandchildren said, It’s a sobering thought to live

earth-side without grandparents but to know the hope of Christ and the end of the story

brings comfort after his passing and their Mamaw’s passing earlier this year. The entire

family grew up camping and playing on the banks of the Tennessee River below their

house and their children and grandchildren are following that same legacy today. The

river and its memories will forever serve as a lasting reminder of their love for each

other and the water.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life and wife of 69 years, Doris Epperson, who

recently passed on the first day of spring, March 20, 2023. Don always adored Doris’ passion

for flowers and zest for life. We believe they are rejoicing above as they are reunited again.

Don was also preceded in death by one daughter, Denise Kosemund, parents, Clinton

Layfayette Epperson and Effie Beard Epperson, several brothers and sisters: Weyman Epperson,

Wilma Gary, Elwanda Epperson, Irnelda Wattenbarger, Voleta Chapman, Jack Epperson, Kyrene

Epperson, Betty Davis, Sue Falasco, Oleta Kibble, and Julian Epperson.

He leaves behind one sister, Norma Stephenson (Eli Stephenson) also his sons and daughters:

Darlene Williamson (Bill), David Epperson, Daniel Epperson, and Dennis Epperson (Rhee) along

with grandchildren: John Williamson (Christy), Mike Williamson (Bentley), Rachel Kidwell

(Jedidiah), Jackie Epperson, Matthew Epperson, Levi Epperson, Shana Pattarozzi (Brian), Clint

Epperson (Suzanna), Brooke Allison (Blake), Jenny Lawson (Dustin), and Jonathan Kosemund.

He is also survived by many great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 11 th at Philippi Baptist

Church on Harrison Pike. A Celebration of Life service will begin at 4:30 with Pastor Jeff Baggett

officiating followed by burial at Beaty Cemetery.

You are invited to share a personal memory of Don Epperson or your condolences with his

family at his online memorial located at www. companionfunerals.com. In lieu of flowers,

please donate to Hospice or your charity of choice in his honor.