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1947
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2022
Robert SHEPHERD Obituary
Mr. Robert Lee
74 of Dayton, Ohio, peacefully passed away March 17, 2022, due to a long battle with
cancer. He was born in Greenville, Alabama, on July 16, 1947. He was born to Arthur and Irene Shepherd. He loved to do landscaping and handyman work. He is preceded in death by his mother Irene
Shepherd; father Arthur
Shepherd, Sr., and Willie James Shepherd. He resided in Dayton, OH, since the early 60s. He was a gentle spirited man who never complained. He was loved by everyone and never knew a stranger. He was always willing to help others when called upon. Robert will be deeply missed. He is survived by his lifelong companion Diane Cox; daughter Rochelle (Issa) Johnson-Kabore; grandchildren Kaisha Ballard, Tierra Johnson, Bobby Gulley; 8 great-grandchildren, siblings Georgeann Palmer,
Arthur (Brenda) Shepherd Jr, Ethel Mae La'mar, Willie James Shepherd; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friend and neighbor Jacqueline Cockrell. A celebration of Robert's life will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, April 2, 2022, at Sunlight Missionary Baptist Church, 805 Huron Ave., Pastor Ralph Guy, officiating. Visitation one hour prior to service.
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Memories and Condolences
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Joyce Oliver
March 25, 2022
My condolences to you and your family. So glad you made precious memories. May he rest in peace .
Ambra Thomas and children (Malachi and Malia)
March 24, 2022
We love you cousin Robert!
Terrie Aboagye
March 24, 2022
Our hearts are heavy! We have so many memories of you. You were such a kind man. You didn´t know a stranger. Cousin Robert we´ll never forget you. I can remember you walking me to kindergarten, babysitting my children, helping me plant our garden, and so much more! You will be deeply missed by not only my family, but all who knew you. You were a simple man that never complained. You will always hold a special place in our hearts! We love you beyond understanding!
Love you always,
The Aboagye Family
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