BORN

2009

DIED

2013

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Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home

1490 B Street

Merced, California

Jaylin Shepherd Obituary

Jaylin Rianna Shepherd
March 4, 2009 - March 15, 2013
Jaylin Rianna Shepherd, born 03/04/09 in Merced, CA, died 03/15/13 from drowning.
She is survived by her loving father and mother, Kelcey and Heather Shepherd; twin sister Kaylin Shepherd; her beloved blended family, including brothers Joseph Davis and Davonya Shepherd, and sisters Dasia Shepherd, Emaya Shepherd and Shania Shepherd; great grandmothers Mildred Riggs and Doris Hassett; grandparents Flip and Kathy Hassett; great aunts Doris Dulcich and Helen Campbell;  great uncle Joe and Rose Sabo;  aunts and uncles Frank Hassett, Judy and Gary Smith, Karen and Erwin Davey, Curtis and Gaye Riggs, Kraig and Robin Riggs, Steven Hassett, Chris Hassett and Dimitrios Christo, Kevin and Lisa Hassett, Jeff Hassett, Charlene Thompson, Vantory and Stella Miles, June Tommer, and Kristopher "Noodie" Shepherd.
Jaylin is preceeded in death by great grandfather Kenneth Riggs, great grandma Elsie Shepherd, grandmother Darlene Shepard, stepsister Jordan Shepherd, and cousin Vantory "Lil' Van" Miles
Although Jaylin's death is a tragedy, her four years of life were blessed.  She was a happy, vivacious, beautiful child who brought joy, laughter, and special memories for her great circle of family and friends.  She loved people - shouting your name and dashing into your arms.  She loved dancing, singing, swimming, attending Sunday school at Central Presbyterian Church, and preschool at Aileen Colburn, playing pretend games, sports, cards, using the iPad and other computer learning games.
Our hearts are broken......
Viewing and visitation will be held on Friday - March 22nd, 2013 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home (1490 B Street, Merced, CA).
A celebration of Jaylin's life will be held on Saturday, March 23rd at 12:30pm at the residence of Curtis and Gaye Riggs, 2870 Rambler Lane, Merced.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the "Swim for Jaylin Shepherd" Memorial Fund.  This community fund will support the City of Merced summer swim and safety programs with the help of the Merced Skimmers swimming team.  Checks may be made payable to United Way of Merced County - please indicate "Swim for Jaylin Shepherd" in the memo line.
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Published by Merced Sun Star from Mar. 20 to Mar. 22, 2013.
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I am Shania Shepherd Jaylin Shepherds older sister i want to thank everyone for the support of my little princess I love you family

Shania Shepherd

April 13, 2013

So sorry for your loss. May GOD be with you and your family in these hard times.

letty mendoza

April 6, 2013

Kelcey I am so sorry for your loss. Blessing for you and your family. I was Jordan's preschool teacher in Livingston and I am sad to hear about your loss again with Jaylin. You and your precious family are in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Cristina Robles

April 4, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. May the "God of all comfort" bring you peace.

J W

March 30, 2013

heather, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Im so sorry to even think something like this would ever happen. May the Lord be with you in this time of tragedy. Dina Benavides

Dina Benavides

March 28, 2013

My prayers an thoughts with you an your family

Maryann

March 25, 2013

My sincere condolences for the loss of your beautiful little girl. May God comfort and keep you in his loving arms.

Sherry Johnson

March 24, 2013

Our hearts go out to all of you for your loss. Just remember she is in the arms of Jesus who also loves her dearly. Prayers with you all.

Coleman and Peg Montgomery

March 24, 2013

My prayers go out to your family during this time of tragedy.

.Agape Love ,
Valerie Palafax

Valerie Palafax

March 23, 2013

And if I go, while you're still here...

Know that I still live on,
Vibrating to a different measure
behind a thin veil you cannot see through.

You will not see me,
so you must have faith.

I await the time when we can soar together again,
both aware of each other.

Until then, live your life to the fullest.
And when you need me,
just whisper my name in your heart,
.............I will be there.

Michelle Grantham

March 23, 2013

May God be with u during this difficult time.

March 22, 2013

It's hard dealing with loved ones leaving us hear but remember the family has a beautiful Angel looking over us always. May Jaylin Rest in Paradise for ever. Love you guys....

Chris Sanchez

March 22, 2013

Heather & Family,
Our hearts broke with yours and we continue to pray for strength and comfort to you all during this time. I wish you could feel the love and support from all of us at work. We are right there with you. Sweet Jaylin's smile will never be forgotten. Hugs my friend.

Jen Webster

March 22, 2013

Our Family prayers go out to your family. Keep the faith Family.

Leo Grant

March 22, 2013

Your sweet girl has been called to be with our lord...she is dancing with the angels watching over all of you. Your family is in my prayers, my Sincere Condolences...Laurie (Tucker)

March 22, 2013

There are no words to console you but I offer you my prayers. Dana Sass Subang

March 22, 2013

Although I never had the pleasure of meeting such a beautiful lil girl I'm sure she left an everlasting impression on all who knew and loved her. (Diggy) Heather my heart goes out to you and your family in your time of grief. May God bless your lil angel.

Stacy Medina

March 22, 2013

May you and your family find peace and comfort today and the days to come.

Kimberly Lomax

March 22, 2013

Your Sweet Jaylin has been called to be with our lord and now dances with so many angels watching over you all...and is now with precious family and friends that have gone before us all...please have peace in knowing gods arms are tightly wrapped around your baby girl!! Her sweet girl and your family are in my prayers. Laurie (Tucker)

March 22, 2013

HEATHER, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR FAMILIES LOSS.... YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS... GOD BLESS...

Tiffany Lelie

March 22, 2013

She will be greatly missed but never forgotten! May God wrap you in his arms during this difficult time.

Ms. Monica

March 22, 2013

Heather, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Mona Garcia

March 22, 2013

When I read about this story, it broke my heart. Although I don't know this family, I am compelled to pray for you all. May God comfort you and give you strength.

Lilly Haggerty

March 22, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Terri Cambridge

March 22, 2013

Deepest Sympathies and heartfelt prayers ... I cant imagine your pain , Heather... But she is now your Guardian Angel in Heaven ... May life bring you peace and understanding to come ... God Bless you and your family ...

Heather Britton

March 22, 2013

Heather, I am so sorry for your loss. Words cant explain how sorry I am. I will be praying for you and your family during this painful time.

Melissa Phillips

March 22, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Cassandra Ward

March 21, 2013

No word, God Bless you and your entire family. You all are in our prayers

Tony & Patti Dossetti

March 21, 2013

Heather, I am praying for you and your family during this difficult time. May you feel peace, love and hope. I love you

Marcia Carrillo

March 21, 2013

Heather, I'm praying for you and your family. I love you. May you feel peace, love and hope.

Marcia Burnett- Carrillo

March 21, 2013

Heather I did not know your daughter but i felt i did with all you shared with me our laughter of how funny she is . You are a wonderful mother may god bless you and comfort you ,I know she hula hooped all the way to heaven. love you Andrea co-worker

March 21, 2013

Heather, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Gabby Vega

March 21, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Kedra Markie

March 21, 2013

I'm sorry for your loss May God give you strength during this had time. Jaylin is missed in class, it will never be the same without her.

Ms. Maria

March 21, 2013

Heather and family, so sorry for your loss. May God and his love carry you through this difficult time. My heart goes out to all of you.

Deejah Mansur

March 21, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. We will forever miss seeing little Jaylin playing down the block and that ever present wave and smile. Lou & Sandy

Lou Price

March 21, 2013

For some questions, there are no answers. May the you find the strength to go forward.

Jim Cardoza

March 21, 2013

Heather, my thoughts & prayers are for you and your family. My tears(and there are many) are for you. My arms are for giving you the tightest hug so that you can put your head on my shoulders to carry your pain and sadness. I will miss Jaylin's little hand on her hip giving(Bug)the look while trying to get him to play ball:)I am sure KK can continue on where she & Jaylin left off. You have amazing kids & you have amazing strength. I am here, whenever,for whatever as always.We may not feel like laughing today my friend, but WE will share laughter again.

Roxie Lonctot

March 21, 2013

Our prayer and love are with Heather and family love George & Lupe Herrera

March 21, 2013

Our hearts are broken. We are here for you always. We are blessed to have known such a wonderful little soul and to have been able to make wonderful memories.

Kristina Steverson

March 21, 2013

Your family is in my prayers.

Jackie Knabe

March 21, 2013

Our hearts n prayers go out to you Kelsey and your family, I never got to meet Jaylin, but I did know her sister Jordon before she became an angel. They are together, watching over all of you guys, and they are in an awesome place now. May god heal your hearts and watch over each one of you.

melissa curtice

March 21, 2013

Heather and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your CCS/CFMG family has been heart broken since we heard.
May she rest in peace and her memory carry you through the tough times.
If you need anything, please let me know.

Kelly Swan

March 21, 2013

My heart goes out to u &ur family,in u & ur family is in my prayers.

Betty Harris-Gholson

March 21, 2013

My prayers go out to you and your family.

Marianna Moreno-Martinez

March 21, 2013

Heather and Family : sending all our love and prayers to all of you. She is a Beautiful lil angel.

Angie Berumen

March 20, 2013

Heather, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything just get in touch. Anything at all..

Craig & Tabitha Nash

March 20, 2013

Heather and family:
May you take confort in knowing and angel is watching over you and your family. My deepest sympathy for the loss of your little angel.

Enrique Altamirano

March 20, 2013

R.I.P. Sweet Little Angel Jaylin

Manny & Isabel Altamirano

March 20, 2013

HEATHER MY GOD BE WITH U IN YOUR FAMILY,AM LOST WITH WORDS I SAW U N THE KIDS AT MONEY MART N MERCED,JAYLIN WILL BE MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTIN AND JUST NO THAT WE WILL ALL MEET AGAIN GOD BLESS U AND THE REST OF YOUR FAMILY.IF U NEED ANYTHANG FILL FREE TO CALL ME ANYTIME R DAY

JAMESSE DOWELL

March 20, 2013

May our lord and the blessed mother help your family get through this. Our prayers will be with you.

Russ & Veronica Ochoa

March 20, 2013

when god takes an angel, a thousand more take her place.

RICHARD c

March 20, 2013

Having lost a child many years ago I know the pain you are feeling. There are no words to console you. I pray that you understand that she is in a place where she can play forever and be your guardian angel until you meet again. Bless your family. I will miss seeing her play in the Hassets front yard down the street from me.

Jonnie Lucas

March 20, 2013

My heart goes out to you and your family and i will pray for you...Andrea mom

March 20, 2013

janell skipworth

March 20, 2013

Heather and family,
Praying for you and your family at this time of heartache ,we do not always understand God's plan, but we can not change it. For whatever reason he needed Jaylin in heaven. I pray that God will continue to lift you up, wipe your weeping eyes and give you all strength to carry on. Cherish the memories you carry in your heart and mind. Know that you will see her again

Jeannine Phillips

March 20, 2013

Heather-you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. All our love, The Gibsons

March 20, 2013

Our prayers are with the Family, at this very sad time in everyone's lives. Flip, Kathy - Special prayers - we're thinking of you.

Dennis & Margie Anderson

March 20, 2013

My heart aches and breaks for you all. Praying that you find comfort.

Jeanne Evans

March 20, 2013

Our hearts and prayers go out to the Shepherd, the Hassett and the Riggs families. We hope the love of our wonderful Merced community helps to support you through this agonizing experience.

John and Mary Hofmann

March 20, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. May God give you strength in your time of need. I will always keep a piece of sweet Jaylin in my heart.

Ms. Lori Dusin

March 20, 2013

Frances Lunney

March 20, 2013

Sorry for your lost praying for you and your family

tanisha tate

March 20, 2013

Our thoughts and Prayers go out to you and your family Heather!

From Old Coworkers in Atwater..

March 20, 2013

Forever babygirl Jay!!

Amber

March 20, 2013

A precious angel will forever be watchn over her beautiful family...Godbless you all and may god hold you all in his hands through this trying time.

Amber Belt

March 20, 2013

Deepest sympathies to you and all your family! Prayers for you all.

Lynne Powers

March 20, 2013

I'm so deeply sorry for your loss , may God give you and your family the strength to continue.

Mo Jimenez

March 20, 2013

Prayers from an Aileen Colburn staff member I'm so sorry

Miss Erika

March 20, 2013

As a monther, I can only imagine the emotions going through your family. My heart aches because there are no words. I can only hope that you, with time, you can heal but never forget. Grieving is part of the healing process. May your little girl rest in peace and know that she'll ALWAYS be with you. She is beautiful.

Jessica R.

March 20, 2013

Heather, so saddened to hear of the loss of your precious baby girl. Words cannot express my sorrow. You and your family will be in my prayers for strength and comfort during this time of sorrow.
Cynthia Butrym (Former student)

March 20, 2013

So very sorry for your great loss - what a precious angel!!! May God bless you and keep you strong.

Judy Carr

March 20, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.kelcey i am so sorry for your loss.

kelli clark

March 20, 2013

Only had the pleasure of meeting this precious Jaylin once but in that one day her and her sister touched my heart. My prayers go out to the family. May God comfort you.

Heather Moore

March 20, 2013

Sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family at this difficult time.

Riki Ollis

March 20, 2013

May God Bless You All. My deepest sympathies. Nicole Montgomery

March 20, 2013

My sympathy is with you and my prayers goes out to you and your family

March 20, 2013

Dear Heather and family, sending lots of prayers and hugs your way during this difficult time. Heather please always know that I am here for you. God must of needed another angel! I love you all!

Lynn Arevalo

March 20, 2013

My sincerest condolences to the Shepard family! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Stephanie Medina

March 20, 2013

My heart aches for you! Sincere condolences for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
May God Bless you and your family in this time of great sorrow,

Rachel Hadley

March 20, 2013

Dear Heather and family Sending many prayers and hugs your way during this difficult time. Heather always know that I am here for you if you need me. God must of needed another angel! I love you guys!

Lynn Arevalo

March 20, 2013

I'm so sorry my heart goes out to your family..mother of twins...

March 20, 2013

You will be missed Jaylin and I will never forget the lives that you touched while you were here with us...
Love Always,
Uncle Bo

Joseph Zamora

March 20, 2013

My prayers go out to you and your family may you find comfort in knowing she is in good hands and smiling down at you from up above.

Bianca

March 20, 2013

You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Jaylin is and will be a blessing in so many ways. My heart goes out to all of you.

Michelle Xiong

March 20, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Condolences to everyone during this time of grief. She is a precious angel.

Kimberly Lomax

March 20, 2013

My heart aches for your loss. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Prayers are being said for all of you.

Shari Murphy

March 20, 2013

Sorry for your lose condolences.to the family

Mikayla Garcia

March 20, 2013

Have faith heather and kelsey your little lamb lost her way and is now in the arms of god he has a sweet little angel, your friend vivienne

vivienne friesen

March 20, 2013

she was in my daughter class and will be missed greatly my heart goes out to her and her family, my daughter will allways be her and her sister friend.god has a beautiful angel now.

adrian,annabelle cortinas

March 20, 2013

From my family to yours our thoughts and prayers go out to you. May God bless you and your family as he watches over this angel.

Tamika Hankston

March 20, 2013

Philippians 4:8
8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
Think of all the great memories and her beautiful smile. Then you will find the peace of GOD that trancends all understanding. Stay in prayer

Lawrence McGraw

March 20, 2013

Heather, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family....

Lydia Rodriguez

March 20, 2013

So very sorry for your loss. May God give you strength to survive this life altering tragedy. My prayers are with all of these families.

d berry

March 20, 2013

my heart goes out to you and your family...after losing a child myself....i understand...

candace rauch

March 20, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!!

Chiqui Tadeo

March 20, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lisa

March 20, 2013

Angel in heaven, you did your job here on earth.

Now, with God, shed His light on your family as they continue to do His work here.

Anne Wilson

March 20, 2013

Heather and family my thoughts and prayers are with you! Love you Heather.

Becky Dixon

March 20, 2013

I am so sad for all of you to lose such a beautiful child so young. May the love of God bring you strenght at this very sad time.

Jackie Partch-Parker

March 20, 2013

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