Ryan Scott Epperly, age 33, of Bolt, West Virginia, passed away on November 29, 2024.

Born May 3, 1991, Ryan was known for his ever present smile. Ryan attended Lester Elementary and Liberty High School before furthering his career at Bridgemont Technical School. He dedicated his career at Osmosis Railroad where his commitment and hard work were deeply valued.

As a younger man, he attended Sovereign Grace Baptist Church.

Ryan loved the beach and was one of his favorite places to be.

He is survived by his parents, Robert and Erma Farley Epperly; wife, Jessika Snuffer Epperly; sister, Linda Davis; and nephews, Joseph and Owen Davis.

Ryan was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Albert Farley, Linda Basham Farley Carter and Billy Carter; paternal grandparents, Robert and Gladys Settle Epperly; and sister Tara Davis.

A Memorial Service to honor Ryan will be held at Melton Mortuary on Friday, December 6, 2024 at 12:00 PM. The Celebration of Life Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM and will go until the service starts. Pastor Jamie Newman will officiate and Pastor Thomas Newman will perform a song for the service.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Mental Health Association or Eat Cake Foundation:
https://www.nami.org/
https://theeatcakefoundation.org/

Melton Mortuary and Cremation Center has the honor of serving the family. Expressions of sympathy and condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.meltonmortuary.com.