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Shirley Epperly Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Shirley Epperly of Salem, Virginia, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Shirley Epperly to show support.

She was predeceased by: her husband Theodore "Teddy" Epperly; and her parents, Sherman Ralph Sisson and Georgia Mae James Sisson. She is survived by: her children, Gayle Ferguson (Bill) and Terry Epperly (Rowena); her siblings, Dick Sisson (Colleen), Pat Williford and Sharon West (John); her grandchildren, Jennifer Alleven (Derrick), Zachary Trolier, Justin Epperly (Diana) and Natalie Trolier; and her great grandchildren, Lucy Alleven, Georgia Alleven and Harper Jones.

Visitation was held on Thursday, April 23rd 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the John M. Oakey & Son Chapel (305 Roanoke Blvd, Salem, VA 24153). A funeral service was held on Friday, April 24th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Friday, April 24th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the East Hill Cemetery (730 E Main St, Salem, VA 24153).

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to the Salem Church of Christ Thailand Mission.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
John M. Oakey & Son Funeral Home and Crematory



Thu

Apr 23

Visitation

John M. Oakey & Son Chapel
305 Roanoke Blvd, Salem, VA 24153

Fri

Apr 24

Funeral service

John M. Oakey & Son Chapel
305 Roanoke Blvd, Salem, VA 24153

Fri

Apr 24

Burial

East Hill Cemetery
730 E Main St, Salem, VA 24153

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