While I didn't know Roy personally having never met him, I enjoyed reading his article in the October Bulletin where he described his initiation into the AIS in 1959. I am quite sure by the tone of his writing and the thoughtful expression in his picture that he must have been a kind gentlemen with a big heart along with a big love for iris.

As a fairly recent member of the AIS, let me express my deepest sympathy to those of you who have lost a friend and mentor.

I've had the rare opportunity to meet heroes and mentors in various regards, I would bet Mr. Epperson has touched many lives with knowledge and love.

I'm saddened to hear of your loss.

~Wes