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John Shepley Obituary

Brockton John F. Shepley, 78 years, of Brockton, died unexpectedly, July 14, 2008, at Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital. He was the husband of Christine M. (DeAndrade) Shepley. He was born and raised in Boston, son of the late Thomas and Mary (Gammons) Shepley. He was a graduate of Hyde Park High School, and following high school, was employed by Domino Sugar Company of South Boston. He had been a Brockton resident since 1968. He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving with the U.S. Air Force and had been employed as a jet mechanic for the Air Force for over 20 years. He was also employed by the city of Boston for over 20 years, retiring in 1995. Following his retirement, he enjoyed working around his home. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Kevin J. Shepley of Brockton; a daughter, Audrey L. Tellen of East Bridgewater; four grandchildren, Nathaniel and Ben Tellen, Matthew and Graham Shepley; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral service in Conley Funeral Home, 138 Belmont St. (Rte. 123), Brockton, Thursday at 11 a.m. Burial in Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Visiting hours Wednesday 5-8 p.m. For condolences and directions, www.conleyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Enterprise from Jul. 15 to Jul. 16, 2008.

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Rosemary Shepley Gilbert

July 17, 2008

I missed a lot of knowing and seeing you when I was a child. In the past 18 years I grew closer to you. I looked up to you as a father figure. I will miss your smile and jokingly ways. I will miss you. Love you
Uncle Jackie.

Mike Casey

July 16, 2008

Mr. Shepley,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USAF during the Korean War. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

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