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Barry Dean Shepard Obituary

Shepard, Barry Dean
The world is an emptier place without Barry Shepard. He was a man of great dignity; compassionate, kind, loving and honest. Our lives will never be the same without him.
Barry was a devoted husband to Alexandra for 22 years, and an amazing father to two beautiful children, Morgan and Cole.
Both a talented artist and a gifted athlete, Barry was ranked the number one high jumper in the world, and in 1970 earned a place on the U.S. track-and-field team.
For over 40 years, his creativity and vision led SHR Branding to what it is today, one of the premier branding agencies in the country.
Barry was passionate about photography, capturing some of the most beautiful images of creatures large and small. Through his photographs and the values he instilled in his children, Barry will live on forever.
Heaven gained a beautiful angel on November 12, 2012, but left a huge hole in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
A private celebration of life has been held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Phoenix Zoo or the American Cancer Society.

Published by The Arizona Republic on Nov. 18, 2012.
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OMG Barry, I´m so saded to hear of your passing. You were such a good friend in Art School. We took almost all our art classes together and had we some good times. I remember the time I was an Art director for a bank and you came to visit me and to my surprise, you asked me to come work with in at your Tempe studio. So many times as the years went by, I wish I had. I´m so proud of all the good you have accomplished. My deepest sympathy to your wife and girls and I wish them well. God Bless you all and may you rest in peace.

Tim Gonzalez / Manos

School

January 28, 2024

My thoughts,prayers ,and sympathy extend to Barry´s family, even though I just learned of his passing.I was also a high jumper and competed against Barry in high school, but I was just the best in my school while Barry was a county and state champ and already destined for greatness.We briefly were teammates in an AAU track club and rode up and down the road for one summer and although his skills were far superior to mine, he was always gracious during practice and usually began jumping at heights way above where I finished but never any hint of an attitude. One of his us teammates told me " someday he´ll jump 7 feet .and he did. He introduced me to his girlfriend and women just seemed to cluster around him . In my high school league several state champs emerged along with a future Heisman runner up, NFL star and Super Bowl competitor. I was lucky to rub shoulders at 17 with future stars like Barry.I remember him with fondness and my heart is filled with grief. A class act and one of the good guys one meets along the way.I hope he didn´t suffer and he´s in a better place.God Bless

Kirk Kissack

School

March 28, 2022

I met Barry thru my membership in Sigma Nu fraternity at ASu in the early 70's. He was a great athelete, great fraternal leader and a 'brother' who always had time to listen if you were having problems. His loss will be felt by many.
Tom Cusack (AKA 'tec')

December 3, 2012

I met Barry when I was a Sigma Nu Pledge in 1969. He was a truly unique person that I admired for his athletic ability, his creativity, and most of all his genuiness. I know he will be missed by his family, co-workers and friends.

I'll look forward to meeting him in the Chapter Eternal.

Ron Mays

December 3, 2012

Barry, I can't wrap my mind around it: that your vibrancy, genius and zest for life were snuffed out in such an unthinkable and sudden way. I have been blessed to work with a few very exceptional people. You are a member of that rare league. My heart and prayers go out to your family, Will and all the people at SHR.

Lee Ann Fordyce

November 25, 2012

I miss you Barry! You were a kind and caring man. Wish I would have had the chance to say goodbye?

Margo Kelly

November 25, 2012

Barry, you were a special part of a very special time in our lives. We are very proud to have a piece of your artwork in our collection. You will be missed.

Jerry and Denise Jobski

November 21, 2012

Barry, the hole in our hearts is enormous. Thank you for being the amazing mentor you were to so many of us, not to mention the wonderful husband and father you were. You will be sorely missed, and I'm sure all the other angels in Heaven had to put on their sunglasses with the blinding light of its newest addition. Our hearts and prayers go out to Alex, Morgan and Cole. Rest in peace, dear friend.

Niki

November 20, 2012

I only met Barry a few weeks ago, having become a client of his firm. Barry was so warm and easy to be with that we quickly formed a bond. I will miss the opportunity to know him better, and my thoughts go out to his family.

Alan Lobock

November 19, 2012

Barry thank you so much for your friendship and the many hours you spent coaching me. I learned so much from you. I will miss for forever. Kevin

Kevin McGinnis

November 19, 2012

A great talent, an authentic heart and a wonderful man. Your commitment to excellence and achieving world class results was only outmatched by your love of your family and friends. I know you are at peace and at rest. We will meet again my friend. With love & respect, Dave, Vera, Logan & Kyle McLurg

November 19, 2012

We are saddened beyond words with the loss of such a wonderful friend and loving husband and father. Our hearts go out to his family. With love, Cindy, John, Lindsey, & Christina Anderson

November 18, 2012

Our lives have been enriched by our time spent with Barry and his family . We miss you Barry ! We will continue strive for excellence in your honor as you were our "coach" and you inspired us each day !

Greg , Julie , Gregory , Johnny , Jacquie Vogel

November 18, 2012

We are saddened by the loss of an amazing friend,father,husband, and one who will be missed so dearly. We hope and pray for his amazing family. Barry is truely a soul that we our proud to say will be a part of our family forever. Love, Lauren, Ricky , Sloane and Isaac Jolcover

November 18, 2012

To the Shepard family:
We will all miss Barry's keen wit and sharp sense of humor. It was such a pleasure and honor to work with Barry. I truly looked forward to conferences with Barry and Will.
Rest in peace, my friend.

Jim Kasper

November 18, 2012

I miss you Barry! Your friendship is and will always be a part of me. The memories are priceless.
Love you, juj

Julie Kyle

November 17, 2012

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