Christopher Tyler Epling

Christopher Tyler Epling, age 32 of Maryville, TN passed on June 18, 2023 at his home in Maryville. He was born on May 30, 1991 at UT Hospital in Knoxville. Tyler was a beloved father, brother, and son. Along with many other accomplishments, including a Masters- Degree in accounting, he was most proud of his three girls! Tyler was a true family man until his body gave out; ready to help anyone out at a moment’s notice. He will be remembered by many and missed by all! He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Billy and Minnie Ratliff; uncles, Johnny Ratliff and Billy Michael Ratliff. He is survived in death by his parents, Chris and Pam Epling; his 3 girls, Karli, Khloe and Kenzie Epling; 1 brother, Kyle Epling; 3 sisters, Janessa and Cheyanne Epling, Brittani Williams, brother-in-law, Joseph Williams; niece, Lydia Grace Boring; nephews, Elijah Lucas Boring and Jacob Tyler Boring; his grandmother, Judy Epling; his aunt, Teresa Eagle; uncle, Jessie Larry Steffey; aunt, Penny Steffey and several cousins. In lieu of flowers, please send any donations in Tyler’s name to Everett Hills Baptist Church, 401 South Everett Hills Road, Maryville, TN 37804. Family will receive friends from 1:45 until 2:45 PM Saturday, June 24, 2023 at Smith Trinity Chapel. Graveside Service and Interment will follow at 3:00 PM with Rev. Doug Hayes officiating at Grandview Cemetery. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com