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John Sheppard Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Pat Sheppard
April 27, 2010
Cris and family,
I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. I remember you all as a kind and caring family. And I do remember his sense of humor. May God keep you in his care.
Ted Sheppard
April 21, 2010
My father was an excellent teacher. He taught me how to read. He taught me how to solder. He taught me how to build something so nothing could destroy it. He taught me how to learn. How to respect others. How to fit in. How to stand out. How to be stupid, and how to be smart. The futility of estrangement. And, the power of the acknowledgement of our shortcomings. I will never meet another person exactly like him. -ted
Jane Crawley
April 20, 2010
I will aways remember John and his helpfulness and humor. He was always there for anyone who needed help in any way. He will be greatly missed. We will keep the family in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult of times. God Bless each of you.
Shelly Farley
April 20, 2010
John was always willing to help and I always enjoyed his sense of humor. May God help you through this difficult time and may you cherish the memories.
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Shelby Goins
April 20, 2010
Cris and Family,
I just wanted to let you know that I was thinking of you and praying for God's comfort and strength for you now and in the days ahead. May memories become sweeter and bring you joy at each rememberance.
God Bless,
Shelby Goins
Tom and Mary Kruse
April 20, 2010
Cris, Mark and Sarah,
Our condolences to you on your loss. Hold on to all the memories.
April 19, 2010
John was a caring, intelligent, funny individual that was dedicated to helping others. He will be missed -words can't express how much. Happy Trails John...
Judy Wallace
Steve and Bobbie Sunday
April 19, 2010
This is very sad news. Our hearts go out to all of you. John will be missed by us all. It doesn't seem that long ago that we would see John at the pool working to make the swim meets better. You are all in our prayers.
Eric Quigley
April 19, 2010
My sympathy and prayers are with your family. I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I can remember coming over to your house and playing with Mark in our younger years. Mr. Sheppard was always a very handy man helping us with our juvenile projects and assuring our safety. He had the best hopes in mind for both Sarah and Mark as well as all the neighborhood children. He will be truly missed on Colton Drive and my heart goes out to you.
Teresa O'Connor
April 19, 2010
Cris & family,
Prayers for peace for each of you. I hope that you find comfort in many happy memories.
Dolores Massie
April 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the Sheppard family. I had the pleasure of working with John on several projects for Buckingham Correctional Center. He was a true Southern Gentleman. May you find comfort in the many fond memories you share.
Dolores Massie
Business Manager
Buckingham Correctional Center
Dillwyn, Virginia 23926
April 19, 2010
To Mrs. Christine & Family
My prayers goes out to you, just remember John is not suffering or in pain. God needed another Angel, so he decided it was John. John is still with you and he will continue to watch over you, but he is doing it from above.
I don't know how we got on the subject of death, but he told me that he was not worry about drying, because when he close his eyes, he won't know. I pray this is how it was doing his last days.
He was a co-worker that I will truly missed.
Mrs. Sheppard remember God has you and your children in his hand, keep on praying and he will see you though.
DPS Employee
Valerie Deloach
April 19, 2010
My prayers are with the family of John. John had such a warm and sincere spirit. Everyone that came in his presence here at work , really admired his friendliness and willing to help others become better at their job. I know that I will truly miss such a great person.
Terry & Betty Desmond
April 17, 2010
Dear Donna and Family,
Our sympathy and prayers are with you as you honor your father. May this special time recall many precious memories of your Dad.
Love,
Terry and Betty Desmond
Matt Manion
April 17, 2010
I'll miss John's ready laugh and his critique of the latest movies. I always admired his hair.
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