Obituary - Dennis O'Connor Epes

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November 15, 2008
EPES, Dennis O'Connor
 
Dennis O'Connor Epes, 44, of East Hampton and formerly of Ledyard, died unexpectedly Thursday, (November 13, 2008) at his home. Born Sept. 11, 1964, in Roanoke, VA, he was a son of Gloria ``Chic'' (Stroup) Epes of Ledyard and the late Travis D. Epes, Sr. Dennis was a graduate of Ledyard High School and went on to earn his Associate's Degree from the former Thames Valley Community College in Norwich. Mr. Epes was a mechanical engineer for Pratt & Whitney Aircraft. In his spare time, he loved animals and the outdoors, especially hiking. In addition to his mother, he is survived by two daughters, Carinna and Krystle; a sister and brother-in-law, Cheryl and Dan Phillips of Newport News, VA; two brothers, John Epes of Vernon and Travis Epes, Jr. and his wife, Donna of Lisbon; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
 
In addition to his father, he was predeceased by a sister, Janet Lee Epes. Friends may call Monday, starting at 5 p.m. at the Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home, 167 Old Hartford Road, Colchester. A Chapel Service will follow at 7 p.m. Burial will be private in the Avery-Stoddard Cemetery, Ledyard. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Dennis Epes Memorial Fund (to benefit his children's education), c/o Dime Bank, P.O. Box 50, Ledyard 06339.