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David Lee Epps, 58, Vero Beach

David Lee Epps, 58, died May 28, 2012, at his home.

He was born in Tulsa, Okla., and lived in Vero Beach for 28 years, coming from his birthplace.

He earned an associate degree from Tulsa University.

He served two tours of duty in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and received the Purple Heart and a Bronze Star.

He was employed by Southern Eagle Distributing as head of security for 25 years before his retirement.

He also served as a special deputy with the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office.

Survivors include his mother, Louise Garrison, of Claremore, Okla.; brothers, Ed Epps, of Sand Springs, Okla., and Don Michael Epps, of Tulsa; and former wife, Christine Epps, of Vero Beach.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, 2500 Jupiter Park Drive, Jupiter, FL 33458.

A private memorial service will be at a later date.

Arrangements are by Strunk Funeral Home and Crematory in Vero Beach.

A guestbook is available at www.strunkfuneralhome.com.

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