Yolo County CA Obituary Project Obituaries.....EPLING , Raymond  May 21 2004
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"Winters Express," Thursday, May 27, 2004
Raymond Epling

Raymond Epling, age 83, passed away in his home Friday, May 21, 2004.  A long
time resident of Winters, California, Raymond was born in Belcher, Kentucky on
September 24, 1920, to Isaac Jacob and Dulcie Ann Epling.  After graduating from
Elkhorn City High School and attending Pikeville Junior College, Raymond taught
school at the elementary level until joining the Army and served in the Air
Corps from 1942 through 1947 which included service in the South Pacific during
World War II.  Raymond continued his military service in the Air Force from 1947
to 1963.  Upon retirement Mr. Epling came to Winters and taught school at the
junior high level until retiring in 1987.  After retiring from his teaching
position Raymond engaged himself in genealogical research and compiled a most
interesting account of his life's experiences.  Mr. Epling was active in team
athletics in High School, College, and the Military.  His hobbies and interests
included the study of history, the study of the Bible, and genealogical research.

He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Marie E. Epling, his sister
Loyale Holmes, and four sons:  Michael and July Epling, David and Susan Epling,
Barry and Christy Epling, Gerald and Valeria Epling, and daughter, Joyce and
Dimitri Cherikov.  Also seven grandchildren:  Nancy Epling, Daniel Epling, Brita
Epling, Ilsa Epling, Jeremy Epling, Jennifer Elizabeth Epling, and Leeza Cherikov.

Raymond was preceded in death by his parents and 17 siblings.

A memorial service for Raymond will commence at noon at Pioneer Presbyterian
Church, 205 Russell Street, Winters, California, Sunday, May 30, 104.  All
friends and acquaintances are encouraged to attend.


Additional Comments:
Submitted with the permission of the "Winters Express," 312 Railroad Ave.,
Winters, CA 95694.  

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