Epling - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Grandchildren of Ernest E. Epling (b 1875) and Stella B of WV

mbaresq — 2009-01-21 00:48:41Z

Hello,

I am looking for any living grandchildren of Ernest E. Epling (Born 1875) and wife Stella B. Epling (Born 1882), both who were from the Flat Top/Shady Spring areas of Mercer and Raleigh County in WV. The names and birthdates of Ernest and Stella's seven children are:

Gladdys (1900), Neta (1902), Wayne (1905), Tennyson (1907), Mary (1909), Alma (1912), and Carl (1916).

All of the above children were born in Flat Top/Shady Spring WV. If any of you are children or grandchildren of the 7 Eplings listed above, please contact me.

The reason - I am searching to confirm indian ancestry in my Epling line, which supposedly occurred when Andrew Shelburn Epling (B 1850) married Mary Elizabeth Leftwich (B 1844) in Giles County VA in 1874. Legend has it that Mary Elizabeth's mother, Evaline, was full-blooded "Mahock", Manahoac or Monacan Indian. Her father was William Early Leftwich, and Mary was William and Evaline's only child. Andrew and Mary Elizabeth had only 2 children, William Shelburn Epling, and Ernest E. Epling. I come from William Shelburn Epling's line and have exhausted all sources information from that line. My hope is that grandchildren of Ernest will have similar stories or actual evidence of the Indian ancestry.

Thanks!
Michael Barber
Grandson of Andrew Dayton Epling

Re: Elizabeth F. Epling

meekernj — 2008-08-24 00:41:48Z

James H. was known as James H. Polley in the 1880 census, the 1870 census and court records. Contact me via e-mail for more details.

Sharon Meeker

sharonmeeker@bellsouth.net

Re: Elizabeth F. Epling

jdc4598 — 2008-08-23 23:16:43Z

Can You tell me if James H. took the Coleman name or not. Also his wife's name.

Many thanks

Re: Elizabeth F. Epling

meekernj — 2008-08-23 00:44:57Z

I may have the information you want on Elizabeth Epling's son James H. Tell me what you need.

Sharon Meeker

Nancy A. Epling; Brice M. Spade; Summers County, WV

ArleyMeadows — 2008-07-18 20:49:58Z

Looking to contact descendants of Nancy A. Epling (1858 - ??) and Brice M. Spade (c.1857 - ??). Particularly interested in the Willey ancestry of Nancy Epling.

Arley Meadows

OBIT: Christina June Epling Hatcher

erlicktracy — 2008-03-23 15:35:55Z

Please contact me if you would like information on this obituary, d. 4 March 2008
Dtr of Oran Doan Epling and Laura Brady Wyatt Epling, Matoaka, WV

Elizabeth F. Epling

jdc4598 — 2008-02-20 18:35:59Z

Need information about this woman. I know she was married several times, #1 Polley(Polly) #2Coleman,#3Looney.

I am particularly interest in a possible son of hers..James H.
Any and all information is welcomed.

Re: Mary Ann Epling

zachariah17 — 2007-03-04 19:46:19Z

SOrry, I made a mistake. Florence was married to my Uncle Rescomb, also known as "Al". Joseph was her brother-in-law.

And I live in South Carolina.

Re: Mary Ann Epling

zachariah17 — 2007-03-04 19:22:21Z

Thank you so much. IF what I have is correct, Mary Ann Epling was married to my great-uncle Joseph Borden. They lived in Oakland for awhile where Florence worked at the telephone company with my grandmother and another great-aunt.

If this is sounds like your Florence I would love to hear from you. My email address is: lennie512@yahoo.com

Thank you,
Linda

Re: Mary Ann Epling

meekernj — 2007-03-04 15:35:57Z

Mary Ann Epling was the daughter of Henley Harrison Epling and his 2nd wife Amanda Pauline Pickle. Mary Ann Epling and her husband Edwin Rood had 4 children: Alice, Harry, Florence and Cory. I have information on their descendants, and also on the ancestry of Henley Epling. If you can let me have your e-mail address and also tell me what area of the country you live in, I can probably help you with more information. Sharon Meeker, NJ

Mary Ann Epling

zachariah17 — 2007-03-03 20:34:21Z

I am looking for info on Mary Ann Epling Rood. She was born in Virginia c. 1860. I believe she married Edwin L. Rood in Oregon. They had two children, Florence and Corry. Florence is my great aunt. Mary Ann's mother's maiden name was Pickles. She moved to CA in the early 1900s and died in Alameda County in 1944.

Any info would be appreciated.

Rebecca E. Epling; Charles L. Vaught; VA / WV

ArleyMeadows — 2006-08-23 01:39:21Z

Looking for descendants of Charles Lewis Vaught (1852 - ) and Rebecca Ellen Epling (1855 - ). They were in the 1880, 1900, and 1910 census' in Giles County, VA. She was born in Monroe County, VA/WV, and was a granddaughter of Eber Willey and his first wife Rebecca Maddy. I am particularly interested in any pictures that may exist of her and any other information concerning her parents. Willing to share extensive information on Eber Willey.

Re: Eplings in WV

2006-05-17 15:40:49Z

My Grandfather Elijah Headen Eplin married my Grandmother laura Collins.

battan

mouraineb — 2006-01-06 05:40:53Z

If you mean Spencer, IA you mean Battin and I can fill in your gaps. If not, please tell me where the Battan comes in. Mouraine

Re: Eplings in WV

meekernj — 2004-12-22 16:35:40Z

Sue:

What time period? Do you know spouse, parents, children? Give me brief info.

Sharon

Re: Augustus James Epling of Giles Co., VA, born 1836

meekernj — 2004-12-22 16:35:40Z

Robert Massard and Deb Cyprych just published a 1000-page book on the descendants of John Paul Epling of Giles Co. VA. Your Augustus is his great-grandson. Augustus died 9 May 1913. I understand that there was an obit in the Sacramento Bee.

Mr. Massard is interested in corresponding with descendants of John Paul Epling. If you would like to e-mail me meekernj@bellatlantic.net I can provide more information.

Sharon Meeker

Raymond EPLING (1920-2004) (obit.)

PeggyBPerazzo — 2004-05-31 17:18:36Z

Raymond Epling

Raymond Epling died at his home May 21, 2004. He was 83 years old.

A longtime resident of Winters, he was born in Belcher, Ky., on Sept. 24, 1920, to Isaac Jacob and Dulcie Ann Epling. After graduating from Elkhorn City High School and attending Pikeville Junior College, he taught elementary school before joining the U.S. Army.

He served in the Army Air Corps from 1942 through 1947, which included service in the South Pacific during World War II. He continued his military service in the Air Force from 1947 to 1963. Upon retirement, he came to Winters and taught junior high school until his retirement in 1987.

After retiring from teaching, he engaged himself in genealogical research and compiled an account of his life's experiences. He 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 was preceded in death by his parents and 17 siblings. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Marie E. Epling; his sister, Loyale Holmes; four sons, Michael and his wife Julie, David and his wife Susan, Barry and his wife Christy and Gerald and his wife Valeria; and daughter, Joyce and Dimitri Cherikov.

He is also survived by his seven grandchildren: Nancy Epling, Daniel Epling, Brita Epling, Ilsa Epling, Jeremy Epling, Jennifer Elizabeth Epling and Leeza Cherikov.

A memorial service will begin at noon Sunday at Pioneer Presbyterian Church, 205 Russell St. in Winters. Friends and acquaintances are encouraged to attend.

(Obituary from the "The Davis Enterprise," Saturday, May 29, 2004, (Yolo County, California). Submitted with the permission of the "The Davis Enterprise," 315 G Street, Davis, CA 95616, <http://www.davisenterprise.com/>;. Please note: I am not related to the family listed above, and I do not have any further information on this family.)

Wm. T. EPLING- dau. Dola lineage

2004-04-16 04:59:27Z

Beth, Saw your old mess. about William T. EPLING and wife Mary and Jeff EPLING and confusion on dates and spelling of names. Maybe by now you have it straightened out because my dates are different and Mary's last name was NICHOLAS not NICHOLS, or so I was told at some point in time.

My grandmother was Dola EPLING, fifth child of ten children born to William T. EPLING b. Nov. 4, 1874 (no documentation on date)and Mary NICHOLAS b. Dec. 1877, dau. of Charles and Eliza CARPENTER. Yes, Ada EPLING, sixth child, married Walter Lee BATTAN and they had five children.

Sure, we are talking the same family, ours! Later, Another Cousin, Deborah METZ ANDREWS

Re: Epling's in Spencer

2004-04-13 01:56:31Z

Hi.....I was just reading some of the postings. I know they are old, but I hope you may still read this. I'm Dick Eplings daughter, Treodore was my uncle, and John and Jessie are my first cousins. I have lost all contack with the family, would love to hear from someone. Mac and Alice came to see us many years ago when we lived in Arizona. My name is Carol and I have a sister..Geneva. Once again, would love to hear from you. Carol Mrsc120@aol.com

Re: Carrie Epling

2004-04-13 00:12:39Z

I just read your post, I know its been there a long time.But thought I would take a chance to see if you are still there. Treodore Epling was my uncle on my Fathers side of family. My fathers name was Charles R. Epling. Would love to hear from anyone from our family. Have lost contact with everyone. Thank You......... Carol Epling Cogburn Mrsc120@aol.com

Re: Guy B. Epling

2002-09-06 19:34:03Z

who was your grandfather on your mothers side. email me sandyfeole@aol.com

Looking for grandpa, cont'

2002-08-16 02:49:02Z

Well i have found out that my grandfather was married to a Milford Marie Spence, they married on the 18 of november in 1987, and in 1999 Emil was living in Auburn Georgia. I have also found out that all of his friends called him "Mouse". if any one has anymore info, PLEASE E-Mail me at ButterFlykisses253@yahoo.com

Aimee
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Looking for grandpa

2002-08-13 03:23:35Z

I am looking for my grandfather, Emil A. Epling, he was married to Janice , they had five children together, J.R., Shirley, Donna, Bonnie, and Micheal, before they divorced. I have never met him, i am now 20 years old, and i have a child of my own. they lived in charleston wv. I was told he was remarried and possibly has other children in Geoirgia some where. If any one has any info, i would love to hear it. Please feel free to e-mail me at ButterFlykisses253@yahoo.com
Thanks- Aimee

Re: Epling's in Spencer

2002-08-10 18:19:08Z

Hello Irene Metz. you posted answer to my message, not Deborah's. But anyway we are related. My father was John, His sister is Jessie married to Ira. They live on Saxe rd. in Mogadore. I live in Springfield, and work in Cuyahoga Falls Monday thru Friday. I would love to meet you if you are willing. Need more info? My mother is Sue, Dad was raised by Madge and Ferrell Webb. Uncle Mac's wife Alice passed a few years ago. Dad also had half sister Rita, I met her for first time at dad's funeral. He was buried in Looneyville. I'm sure Pete saw me there. I am the 3rd of John's children. Playing peacemaker between mom and Dad's girlfriend at the funeral. Dad worked for roane county rescue squad. Please feel free to e-mail me anytime. I don't know many of our family, but would love to meet you.

Re: Epling's in Spencer

2002-08-08 15:21:14Z

Reply To: Deborah Metz Andrews in Chipley Florida
From : Edwin "Pete" Dale Metz -born 4/4/1930 in W. VA
1650 Second St. Cuy. Falls, OH 44221 (30) 920-1650
Mother - Dola Edpling Metz... Father- Cleo Metz
Edwin has two brothers Thomas Metz now residing in Cadiz Ohio and Kenneth Metz w wife Noris-3 sons Jeff, Noles, & Mark and one daughter Carrie, plus 6 grandchildren all residing in Belpre Ohio.

Yes Debbie, Your Dad has a cousin Jessie married to Ira Smith (her mother was Grace) and living in Brimfield Ohio ....cousin Mac. & an Uncle John. These children were niece and nephew to your grandmother Dola Epling Metz. Your Dad went to John's funeral and calling hours.
He had tried many time to visit with John when he was at his lodge
which is located at the Roan & Calhoon County Line. Look for the Metz mailbox on Rt.33 East outside of Spencer. In fact that is where your Dad is this week, that's why I am answering for him. Irene Metz

Re: Epling's in Spencer

2002-07-21 15:30:20Z

Yes I believe we are cousins. Grandma was named grace, she died when dad was very young. I don't know alot of info. My dad, John Landon Epling just passed in Dec. 2001. I accidentally found this website, and saw that my brother had also written to someone in here and got the idea to see if he was on to something. We grew up in Akron, but spent a lot of summers in Spencer. Dad was raised by Madge and Ferrell Webb, from otto star route in spencer. I haven't been to Epling cemetary in lots of years, til Dec. Any info on relatives you could give me would be greatly appreciated. I am going to e-mail Alen, my brother, and tell him about this. You can also e-mail me directly @ dheath2002@wmconnect.com...
Thank you so much. by the way who are your parents, and how old are you??? I am 38, brother is 44, sister Lori is 41, and baby sister Juanita (lives in Spencer with Mom Sue) is 33. Dad had a half sister Rita, and full sis Jesse, and brother Mac. Dad was born in 1936. the others I don't know .

Re: Epling's in Spencer

2002-07-20 06:40:49Z

Donna, I am 99% sure we are cousins. Too many similiarities not to be!
I do not know great Uncle T.R. (Theodore) EPLING's wife. From EPLING cemetary records, I have a Theodore R. born in 1900 and died in 1965. I believe he is the second eldest of 10 children born to William EPLING and Mary Nicholas. My grandmother Dola EPLING METZ was no. 5 in the family between sister's Eva EPLING NORMAN and Ada EPLING BATTEN. Grandma METZ died in Sept.19, 1999 in Ohio. She was just 5 days from being 90 yrs. young. We had been at a COUSINS reunion just prior to this in W. Va.

A Gracie B. EPLING is listed in the same records, bn. 1898 and died 1937. Could this possibly be T.R.'s wife?

Deborah- (Pete's daughter)

Re: Epling's in Spencer

2002-07-18 20:35:01Z

I am descendant of Theodore and Gace Epling, from looneyville. I just buried my father, Johnny Landon Epling in December. There are battens in our family

Re: Carrie Epling

2002-07-18 20:22:42Z

My father is from Spencer, WV.>Roane Cty>parents were Theodore and Grace Epling

Charles A. Ep(p)ling - Obit 1935

2002-04-19 21:30:57Z

19 Dec 1935 ( thur )
Pierson Progress Newspaper - page 1, column 3

Charles A. Eppling, brother-in-law of Edw. Hopp & Mrs. Fritz Florke, where held in the Moville Lutheran Church Saturday afternoon, December 7. Rev. S. J. Meyer was the officiating pastor. Burial was in the Kingsley cemetery.
Charles A. Eppling was born in Ottawa, Ohio October 24, 1878 died in his home near Moville December 4, 1935, at the age of 54 years and 11 days. He had been bedfast for several months.
He came to this part of Iowa in the Spring of 1898 and in 1919 he was united in marriage to Miss Anna Hopp. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Church and took an active part in all church activities until illness prevented it.
Besides his wife, Mr. Eppling, leaves to mourn ones sister, Mrs. Louise Scheiferstein of Klamath Falls, Oregon, a brother Julius of Remsen and seven half - brothers; Herman, Otto, Ernest, August, Leonard, Robert and Walter, all of Kingsley.

I also have a tombstone picture for him and Anna ( Hopp ) Ep(p)ling at
http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~mbbfamily/tombstone...

as well other Epplings buried in the Kingsley City cemetery, Kingsley, IA.

My husband is related through Ernest Eppling, whom married Lucy Mazetta ( Higginbotham ) Haggin...They had no children and Lucy and Ernest would be his gr gr Aunt & Uncle on his maternal side.

Re: Eplings in WV

2002-03-29 19:35:48Z

Sue:

I thought that might be the George W. Epling you wanted, since his wife's name was Huffman.

You are correct that he was the son of Isaac Epling. I urge you to contact Robert Massard. He has been working on Eplings for many years and has just produced a 1000-page book on them. He is descended from Isaac's brother Paul. Bob Massard is not online; you will have to contact him via snail mail, but I am sure it will be worth it. He is very interested in contact from Epling descendants -- especially those so closely related as you are. Be sure to let him know how you are related to George W. Epling.

Robert Massard
28 Standish Circle
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481

Good luck with your research. Sharon Meeker.

Message #5, Nov. 30, 1999, Lizzie Epling

william_e|M829719 — 2002-03-24 02:42:49Z

You might write to the Boone County West Virginia Genealogical Society, Box 10, Hewett, WV 25701. I think some one there could help you. There is several volumes called Kith Kin that I have seen in the library at Beckley, WV. I would think they would have a copy. There is a lot about the Epling's in Boone county in them. There should be a copy in the Boone County library in Madison, WV.

Judith Elizabeth Epling (1856 - aft.1900)

arley50 — 2003-08-09 22:21:28Z

The following were children of Judith Elizabeth Epling who married John Smitson/Smithson in Monroe County, WV: Elsie May (b.1889); Willie (female, b.1892); Arthur L. (b.1895); Juddie F. (b.1899). Looking for any descendants, to share information. Judith Epling was a daughter of Henry Epling and Rebecca Willey.

Re: Eplings in WV

mary_godfrey — 2002-06-10 02:00:27Z

Please email me I have tree for Eplings in va. I have an aunt hessie epling that married my uncle Ed Mullinix I have the mullinix line to john wilbur mullinix who married mittie stacy whose mother was a powell. Please email me.Thanks I am wanting to merge the two trees using the my family tree does anyone know how to do that?

Re: Albert Epling, 1955

GAnderson1942 — 2003-08-27 04:21:41Z

The Albert Epling you are referring to, would he by chance be from Mouth Card, Ky. If so would you e-mail me at AAnder7670@aol.com. I am looking for information on the Epling family since my Great grandfather was an Epling. I believe his name was Richard and his wife was Susan.
If you have any information on this Epling I would appreciate you letting me know what you have.
Thanks,
Gidget Anderson

Re: Augustus James Epling of Giles Co., VA, born 1836

kyransgma — 2002-06-09 22:20:38Z

Augustus is my great-grandfather. I do have a lot of information on this family. But the suggestion to contact Robert Massard is a good one.

Re: relatives of Joesph epling ic wayne county w.v.a

imc1 — 2002-05-09 04:31:50Z

Hi Buddy,

I am your cousin, Shirl Ross.

My father is Leland Ross, brother to Maude (Maudie) Ross.who married Joseph Epling. Isn't your dad Roscoe?

Re: Augustus James Epling of Giles Co., VA, born 1836

JeffryEpling55 — 2003-05-30 02:03:11Z

I have a copy of their wedding picture on my homepage:
www.familytreemaker.com/user/e/p/l/Jeffry-r-Epling

Jeff Epling

Re: Boone County Eplings

Geneva98 — 2002-04-19 19:16:59Z

Hi Sandra, I'm researching George Washington Epling who
married Mary C. Huffman in Giles Co. VA. I can't find
anything after their marriage Aug 8, 1878. Mary Huffman
had relatives in Roan Co. WV and they might have moved
there. Are they in your files. George is the son of Isaac
Epling. Thanks.
Sue
I

Re: Eplings in WV

Geneva98 — 2002-04-19 19:16:59Z

Sharon, need to get information on a George Washington
Epling from Giles Co. VA. Can you help?
Sue

Re: Eplings in WV

Geneva98 — 2002-04-19 19:16:59Z

Sharon,
All I know about Geo. Washington Epling was that he
married Mary C. Huffman in Giles Co. VA Aug. 25, 1878.
His parents were Isaac & _______Epling. I found some
Epling history on the web and it listed Geo Washington
Epling bn abt 1851 with parent as Isaac.
Sue

Re: Eplings in WV

Geneva98 — 2002-04-19 19:16:59Z

Sharon, thanks a lot! I will get in touch with Bob
Massard as soon as possible. Again, thanks.

Sue

Looking for Dave Epling, Jennifer and Carl Epling

marneyoung — 2003-06-16 22:32:55Z

I'm trying to find someone who knows how to contact a Dave Epling from the akron, ohio area. Also looking for his two children Jennifer (maiden name Epling possibly different now) and Carl Epling. All believed to be from the Akron, Oh. area.
Dave is approximately 60-65 yrs old. heart problems.
please email me if you know anything.

in search of

dszvaughn — 2003-08-10 12:16:51Z

Looking for anyone with any info on Deliah Epling Kirk from
Giles County

Re: Edward Epling and Alma Tobolt

tinkywinke — 2002-07-16 03:48:54Z

hi.
my name is tiffany tobolt and i think you should contact my dad mike tobolt at 630-377-2143

Re: Augustus James Epling of Giles Co., VA, born 1836

FloraAgnew — 2003-09-19 15:11:56Z

Jef, Would you contact me at <eplingagnew@msn.com> regarding your pictures. please. I couldn't access them. Thanks. Flora

Guy B. Epling

2002-03-30 00:41:12Z

Looking for any information, especially medical on Guy. B. Epling. Son of Orville and Virginia Epling with one sister, Mary L. I believe he was born in West Virginia or Virginia and lived in the District of Columbia for a number of years. He died on April 4,1960. Married Mary Rose Feole in April 1956, had one daughter and divorced in 1958. I am the daughter and have never spoken to any of his family. If there is anyone with any information I would love to hear from you.

Guy Buell Epling

2002-03-30 00:41:12Z

I can hardly believe it. I have goose bumps. I have always wanted information regarding my father. Once we can connect I will Email you photographs taken of he and my mother. I only have two but I would love for you to have them. Please email me when you have a chance as I would love to visit with you and anyone else in the family who is interested. I can give you the information I was given growing up; most of which I found out was not accurate but...
I am so thankful for your response. I look forward to talking to you very soon.
Affectionately,
Diana Beck

Epling family from boone co

EMVINCEEPLING — 2002-06-01 22:24:16Z

we would be interested to find other eplin's
from boone co

Re: Augustus James Epling of Giles Co., VA, born 1836

WilliamFEpling99 — 2004-02-22 21:34:25Z

There is information about Augustus James Epling of Giles Co., VA in the Epling/Eplin Book by Robert Massard and Debra Cyprich Vol. I (1787-2001). You can call New England Historic Genealogical Society.

Hardcover (ISBN 0-88082-133-7), 1080 pages, index. Price $75.. Please add $5.50 shipping and handling (book rate), plus $3 for each additional copy. (UPS is also available- Call for quote).

Call New England Historic Genealogical Society Book Store at 1-800-296-3447 or 508-877-5750. Item #B3=31020. Hope this will be of some help to you.

William F Epling