Kevin Christopher Epps

KEVIN CHRISTOPHER EPPS (Kev) son of the late Henry Lee Epps Jr. afld Mattie G. (Epps) Richards was born on January 4, 1969 and entered into eternal rest on June 11,2015. He was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland and attended Baltimore City Public Schools. As a young boy he loved to sing and dance. He was always making up his own songs. He was always breaking up something to understand how it worked and put it back together again. When he took ill in2004, Kevin gave his Iife to Christ and looked to the Lord for guidance. Kevin was really a big kid at heart. He loved amusement parks, nature shows and had a passion for good food. He was an avid sports fan. Kevin was a die-hard fan of the Dallas Cowboys and the San Antonio Spurs. We're not sure why since he wasn't from Texas but he was very loyal to his teams no matter their performance. Kevin loved watching his soaps, especially the Bold & the Beautiful and the Young and the Restless; when his soaps were on, you could not talk to him. Kevin was one of the most talented barbers in Baltimore City.He was skilled with hair designs and making his customers male and female look the very best. He was a very fun loving person, full of life and spirit.Kevin will be remembered for his contagious laugh, his need to give affectionate hugs, dedication to and love for his Mother, family and close friends. He was not afraid to show his emotions and told you how he felt about you; he loved life to the fullest. He was a free spirit beating to the sound of his own drum. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will direct your paths.' Proverbs 3:5-6 Kevin leaves to cherish his memory; a loving and devoted mother Mattie Rich- ards (Malcolm), proceeded him in death father Henry Epps Jr. (Shandara), his beautiful daughter Jalin A. Epps, Grandmother the late Corine Ruffin Tisdale (Harris),hewas adored byhistwoAunts:BarbaraRoss (Chris)and Norma Tisdale, Two Sisters: Gwendolyn Epps- Glover and Khanya Epps-Johnson, Four Broth- ers:Keith GriffinSr.,Marcus Epps,Avian Epps, Kai Epps-Johnson, Five Beloved Cousins: RandyRuffin,f\ble Ty.er(EOC),IJorni"'CBaker(Kiana),..bdenBaker-Brown (Eric), London Brown, Three nephews Keith Griffin Jr., Justin Glover, Ryan Glover, and a big Uncle toAniya,Alana, William, Layla, Parker and Malik.Avery special family friend Brenda Jews (Randolph). Also a hostofother special aunts, uncles, cousins and special mends. , Kevin had a loving relationship wnh his longtime companion Rhonda Bethel to- gether they shared her son Deyondre Floyd who will cherish his memory of love and laughter.

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Kevin Christopher Epps

January 4, 1969 - June 11, 2015