Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Tombstone Tuesday: Joseph Oscar Epperson and Mary Katherine Bolen

Joseph Oscar and Mary Kate are my great-grandparents. Joseph (1879-1918) died during the 'flu pandemic. His wife, known as "Mrs. Oscar" (1881-1964), outlived her husband by many decades. She managed after his death by renting out a room to the minister and by maintaining her share in the general store Joseph had owned. The store was renamed the Bolen Brother's Store and apparently they made amazing sausage.

Joseph Oscar Epperson
Mary Kate Epperson

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