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Donald W. Shepardson FAIRPORT -Donald W. Shepardson, age 93, formerly of Canandaigua, passed away December 23, 2013. He was predeceased by his wife, Isabell (Gordon) Shepardson in 2010. He is survived by four children, Bruce Shepardson (Merrilee Olmstead), Alan (Martha) Shepardson, Jed Shepardson and Elaine Lanni; three grandchildren, Corey and Brenton Shepardson and Adrienne Isabell Lanni; sister-in-law, Barbara Hilty; and many nieces and nephews. Don earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Purdue University. He was a US Navy veteran of World War II. Don worked at Taylor Instruments for 10 years, before being hired by the Haloid Company in 1955, which later became Xerox. He was promoted to chief design engineer at Haloid, for the 914 copier project and continued working for the Xerox Corporation until his retirement in 1975. Don was a devoted Xerox employee. At one time, he was active in the Christian Science church. He enjoyed engineering technology, diesel cars, religion, traveling, writing "letters to the editor" and spending summers on Keuka Lake. Most of all, Don enjoyed spending time with his family. Friends may call Saturday, January 11, from 2-4 p.m. at Johnson-Kennedy Funeral Home, Inc., 47 N. Main St., Canandaigua. His memorial service will immediately follow the calling hours at the funeral home. Inurnment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Canandaigua. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wood Library, 134 N. Main St., Canandaigua, NY 14424. Condolences may be offered at www.johnsonkennedy.com

Published by Daily Messenger on Dec. 29, 2013.
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While I had only brief interactions with Don at Xerox, I recognized him as a fair and supportive manager. I missed him on his departure from Xerox. My condolences to his family on the passing of a fine man.

David Bliek

January 9, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Don's family. Don and Bernie had such wonderful times together these last few years. It was a real privilege to have shared in some of those, especially my own wedding. He was a wonderful man and will be missed.

Terry Gilbert

January 2, 2014

I knew Don & Isabell at the Christian Science church in Canandaigua. They were the first people I met there in 1995. I was a guest in their home several times. They were very gracious hosts and I always enjoyed socializing with them.

Wendy Lamoy

December 31, 2013

Don was one of the really good guys at Xerox!!

John Adamek

December 29, 2013

Worked for Don and Horace Becker on the 914 and many other programs at Xerox. He was a kind and supporting manager. Used to see him in Canandaigua on occasion prior to moving to Florida. A well respected man who lived a good life.

Dave Stokes

December 29, 2013

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