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Obituary For Mary Alice "Cookie" Epps Pack
Mary Alice “Cookie” Epps Pack, daughter of the late Bennie Epps, Sr. and Beulah Lee Tomlin Epps was born November 22, 1951 in Alcolu, South Carolina. She was preceded in death by a brother, Samuel McFadden.
“Miss Cookie”, as she was affectionately called, received her education at Manning Training School in Manning, South Carolina.
In her youth, she accepted Christ and became a lifelong member of Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church where she served on the Usher Board and a member of the choir.
She was a lifelong resident of Clarendon County and was employed at several places such as Jack Witherspoon Farms, TA Travel Center and Laurence Manning, Academy.
“Miss Cookie” was a very hardworking, loving, caring and kind person. She has touched many, loved her crossword puzzles, watching Wheel of Fortune and Steve Harvey.
On Monday, December 13, 2021 at approximately 4:30 pm, Mary Alice “Cookie” Epps Pack, departed this earthly life at Prisma Health Tuomey in Sumter, South Carolina.
She leaves to cherish her memories three children, Toni Epps and Catherlen Durant both of Manning, SC and Russell (Chykoa) Pack of Chesterton, IN; four sisters, Mary L. James, Sumter, SC, Geraldine Covington, Raleigh, NC, Beulah Mae Gills and Naomi Waters both of Manning, SC; three brothers, Moses McFadden, Norwalk, CT, Minister Bennie (Diane) Epps, Jr., Manning, SC, Leroy Epps, Killeen, TX; nine grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Public viewing was held from 4:00PM til 6:00 PM Saturday, December 18, 2021 at Hayes F. Samuels, Sr. Memorial Chapel, 114 N. Church Street, Manning, SC.
Funeral services were held 12:00 Noon, Sunday, December 19, 2021 at Hayes F. Samuels, Sr. Memorial Chapel, 114 North Church St., Manning, SC. Rev. Northern Miller, Officiated; Rev. Bennie McCants, Minister Sylvia Whitaker, Minister Bennie Epps, Jr. and Sis. Courtney Evans Holliday, assisted.
The family received friends from 4:00PM til 7 :00PM at the home of her daughter, Catherlen Pack Durant, 101 S. Boundary Street, Manning, SC.
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Add A CondolenceMy dearest Cookie. I'm so sorry for not being there for you all these years. I just found your obituary today (3-29-22). You were always in a part of my consciousness from the day you helped raise me. I'm sorry I missed your mothers passing as well though the memory of her has faded somewhat. But I do remember the one thing that I'll never forget about you. The honor you gave me in naming your son after me. I'm sorry for not being a better role model for him. I hope he is well. In closing, Cookie was unforgettable and I'm thankful that I had the opportunity to pass her in the halls of time. We should all be so Holy.
so sorry i didnt know she passed she was so kind and always smiling i so enjoyed seeing her and talking with her ! pinky justice
Huline & Lee Goodman, Sorry for the loss of your love one. Please accept our sincere sympathy and prayers.
You will be missed but you are forever in my heart. Sending my deepest condolences to Toni,Rusty,& Tina. May God give you comfort and peace. Love,Jennifer Bradley
I'm sorry for your lost and I will keep the family in prayer. Janice BosierScott
We knew Cookie for over 40 years. She was family. She was 1 of a kind. We loved you Cookie. Fly high with the Angels. Bill, Lynne, Chelle & Bill III
I have so many fond childhood memories of Miss Cookie. The greatest memory of all was her loving spirit. You will be greatly missed.
My deepest condolences to the family. "Cookie" you are truly going to be missed. I sympathy goes out to the family. May God comfort you all during this difficult time. Love Virginia Murray Ragins,
Cookie was a joy! Known her for many years through work. My condolences to Kay, Rusty and Tony. Delores
It's with Deepest sympathy to hear of the loss of a wonderful and sweet lady! Her big smile spoke volume of her. My prayers is that God will strengthen her children, grandchildren, and other family members during this most difficult time! Respectfully Submitted, Verner Hilton
Miss you Momma.
Miss you Momma.
On behalf of the Blackwell and Simon family we send our prayers and condolences to you'll .
Cookie was loved by so many!! She was like a momma to sister,brother and myself. My heart goes out to Tony,Rusty, Tina and her grandkids. You will always hold a special place in our hearts. We love you Cookie! May God be with you Tony,Rusty and Tina!! Love you all!! Nette & Charles
This lady will be missed not only by her children Tony, Rusty and Tina but also her white children. She raised so many of us and we love her so much. She will be missed greatly!! 🙏🏼❤️
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