John E. Epting, Jr.

Colonie - John E. Epting, Jr., a longtime resident of Colonie and Charlton, NY and currently of  Carolina Shores, NC, passed away Friday, July 23 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY.

Born on February 2, 1949, he was the son of John E. and Veronica (Babrowicz) Epting.

John was a graduate of South Colonie High School.

He was employed as an engineer in accident investigations for the NYS Department  of Transportation.

Retiring to Carolina Shores, NC, he served on the board of directors for the POA at the Village of Calabash, NC.

He was a longtime member of the Midway Fire Department and was a lifetime member of the Elks. In earlier years, he was a wedding photographer and a defensive driving instructor.

John enjoyed the company of his faithful companions, Abby and Luna.

He leaves his wife Diane (Sharp) Epting of Carolina Shores, NC; a daughter Michelle (Jerry Morgan, Jr.) Collins of Springfield, TN and two sons: Paul (Rosita Green) Epting and Michael (Erin) Epting all of Colonie; grandchildren Carter and Gianna Epting.

Calling hours will be held Monday, July 26 from 2:00pm to 3:30pm with a memorial service to follow at 3:30pm at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Avenue, Colonie.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Crohn and Colitis Foundation at www.chrohnscolitisfoundation.org.