Carie Rachel Epison

Carie Rachel Epison, 68, of Owensboro, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at Jewish Hospital in Louisville. She was born in Kankakee, Illinois to Gerald and Anita Coppock Owen.

Mrs. Carie began her college education at Olivet Nazarene University and completed it at Brescia University in Owensboro. She worked as a lab technician in the tri-state area from 1987 until 2007 when her vision prevented her from doing that work. For several years she also owned and operated JC&B Just for Me, a company that personalized books for many children in the area.

Carie was a longtime member of Kankakee First Church of the Nazarene and worshiped at local churches in recent years. She was very gifted musically, especially with playing the piano and singing. In- spite of her blindness, she continued to crochet until very recently, having made and gifted countless blankets, chair covers, hats, scarves, etc. over the years. Most of all, Carie dearly loved Jesus and her family. She and her warm spirit will be deeply missed by many.

She was preceded in death by her father, Gerald Owen.

Mrs. Epison is survived by her husband of 40 years, Jerry Epison, Sr.; children, Brandon Epison (Angel), Anthony McHenry (Litonia), Jonitia Epison, Jerry Epison, Jr. (Laura), Michelle Harris and Christopher Epison; her mother, Anita Owen; a sister, Dena Reddick (Don); 26 grandchildren, Desla, Dara, Hettie, Tessa, Jharett, Aban, Jazmin, Jhayla, Christopher, Jr., Aaron, Amir, Christine, Latoya, A.J., Malcom, Michael, Miquelle, Jacoby, Isaac, Eli, Rayvon, Christian, Richard, Zion, Israel and Abrielle; 10 great-grandchildren; a niece, Britney Heald; and a nephew, Blake Reddick.

Arrangements are pending. Care by Glenn Funeral Home and Crematory.

Memorial contributions may be made to “2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s- Owensboro, KY”, Mail to: Alzheimer's Association, 101 Bullitt Lane, Suite 208, Louisville , KY 40222

Messages and condolences for the family may be shared at www.glenncares.com.