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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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John Cunningham
January 6, 2009
Professor Shepherd was a generous mentor and a close friend. I am privileged to have studied under him, laughed with him, traded Orioles anecdotes with him, and observed as he masterfully used his profession (and well-earned professional stature) as a springboard to make the world better for children and the underprivileged. My deepest sympathies to his wife, children, and extended family.
Debora Embrey
December 18, 2008
I have practiced law for 23 years, and I have called Bob Shepherd for advice many times, and he always took the time to help me. He will be greatly missed by attorneys across the state. Many people "practice" law. Bob Shepherd PERFECTED law.
dorothy wood
December 15, 2008
My husband and I were so looking forward to seeing Bob at our 50th reunion in May in Lexington.
Our deepest sympathy
Dorothy and Jim Wood virginia beach
Lisa Glancy
December 14, 2008
Dearest Nancy, Kara, Courtney & Family,
I'm so very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. If there ever was a more poignant example of a gentleman in the brief time I met him, Bob was certainly that. I am thinking of you all with much fondness and sympathy today.
May God bless you all and the entire Shepherd family at this time.
With love,
Lisa & Barry Glancy
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Arnold Stolberg
December 13, 2008
I am so very sorry to hear of Bob's death on Thursday. He was a remarkable man who did so much to leave the world a better place. He has been an inspiration to me. I will greatly miss his perspectives, his energy, his unwavering commitment to children, and his hope that the Orioles will come back in another season. I am so sorry for your family's loss.
Lora Bickley
December 12, 2008
Nancy: I was sorry to hear that Bob passed away yesterday. You and his family are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
With love,
Michelle White-Savage
December 12, 2008
Anyone blessed enough to have known Professor Shepherd surely is a better person because of it. His kindness was an example to us all. My thoughts are with his family and friends.
Susan Godman Rager
December 12, 2008
This world is far richer for having had Professor Bob Shepherd among us, and now it is far poorer for losing his daily presence. There are few who have made such a difference to so many. Sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Lee Peebles Bereavement Counselor
December 12, 2008
On behalf of all the staff at Bon Secours Hospice and Palliative Care we wish to extend to the friends and family our deepest sympathy and ongoing support. We hope and pray you will find peace with time. Please feel free to contact me anytime if I can be of help.
William Polk
December 12, 2008
Remember
Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.
Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you plann'd:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.
Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.
By Christina Rossetti
The Poetry Foundation
Esther Windmueller
December 12, 2008
I am terribly saddened by the passing of Professor Shepherd. He was my dear friend and role model, and I will miss him terribly. My condolences to his family.
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