Cindy Epley, 68, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Hertford County, NC on May 18, 1957, she was the daughter of Marvin and Sarah Lovins.
Cindy grew up in Lenoir, NC and graduated from Patterson High School in 1975. She then graduated from pharmacy school at UNC Chapel Hill in 1980, and she married her husband, Randy, on June 6, 1981. Her career as a pharmacist consisted of working at Broughton Hospital and Jones Drug, but her main focus was being a mother to her daughters, Katie and Paige. Cindy was an active member of Mt. Home Baptist Church. She loved playing the piano at church and had a special love for the youth girls she taught in Sunday school. Cindy enjoyed attending Carolina Hurricanes hockey games, spending time with friends and family at Sunset Beach, NC and she loved spending time with her granddaughters, June and Abigail.
In addition to her parents (Marvin and Sarah Lovins), those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 44 years, Randy Epley; daughters, Katie Trexler (Josh) and Paige Epley (fiancé, Jake Blackman); granddaughters, June and Abigail Trexler; brother, Greg Lovins (Claudine); sister-in-law, Debbie Epley (Eddie Shelton) and grandson, Ethan Shelton; nieces, Caroline Morgan (Landry) and Mary Coleman (Garrett); and numerous cousins and extended family.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3:30 p.m., Sunday, March 1, 2026 at Mt. Home Baptist Church. The funeral will be held at 3:30 p.m. in the church with Rev. Ethan Cromer officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Home Baptist Church, 2272 Mt. Home Church Road, Morganton, NC 28655.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Randy and family, so sorry to hear this sad news . Cindy was very sweet, kind, thoughtful, and a true servant for our Lord. God bless you all during this time of grief and sorrow, even yet we know joy comes in the morning. Psalms30:5 Plu
Randy, and all of Cindy’s Family, You are in our prayers. May the LORD comfort you all, encourage, and give you wisdom, and His perfect peace as you mourn and miss her. Cindy was such a joyful, shining light for Jesus and now she is safe in His arms.
I am so very sorry to hear of Cindy’s passing. I am praying for God’s comfort and peace over her family, husband, daughters and Uncle Marv, Aunt Sarah, cousin Greg, my heart is with you. I know beautiful Cindy is fully healed now and resting in Heaven. Love Joye
Randy, Katie, Paige, The Lovins and families, Our hearts were so broken to hear of the passing of Cindy. She was such a precious soul and wonderful neighbor/friend. She will be so missed but not forgotton. Our prayer is, is that God will put his arms around you all at this difficult time and give you peace, comfort & strength that only he can give now and in the days ahead. Life will never be the same without Cindy but we have the joy in knowing she's been healed and we will see her again someday. Cindy, this isn't goodbye it's see you later. We loved her and we love you all.
We will miss your sweet smile & gentle demeanor. Love to you & your family. Joyful rest beautiful Lady & Cuz. - Jeff, Marilyn, Ben & Val
Thinking of you Paige and your family during this difficult time. Purple Hall sends hugs and prayers❤️
Wishing you courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart forever. My deepest sympathy goes out to Katie and the entire Epley family at this difficult time.
Randy and Family, We are stunned and so sorry for your loss. We had no idea that Cindy was ill and only learned of it when we saw the obituary. She was always so kind and helpful whenever we saw her and always had a smile for everyone. We are praying for you and asking God to give you comfort, peace, and strength now and in the days to come. Bruce and Rama Jean Franklin