Bessie Epperly Obituary
The family of Bessie Epperly (Blacksburg, Virginia) announces her passing on October 4, 2026. Bessie, born on February 24, 1930, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Bessie Epperly or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her granddaughter Nina; her great grandchild Ethan; and her sisters, Hazel and Lura. She is survived by: her children, Patricia Drosick (Irvine) and Larry A. Epperly; her sister Phala Shepheard; her half-siblings, Linda Linkous (Wayne), Pat Linkous, Tony Lovern Ward (Sandy) and Sonnie Lovern; her sister-in-law Marie Morris; Tootie. She is also survived by six grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and six great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 8th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the McCoy Funeral Home (150 Country Club Dr SW, Blacksburg, VA 24060). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the McCoy Funeral Home Chapel (150 Country Club Dr SW, Blacksburg, VA 24060). A burial will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 at 12:30 PM at the North Fork Baptist Church Cemetery (905 Lusters Gate Rd, Blacksburg, VA 24060).
