Rebecca Shepherd Obituary

Published by The Record from Apr. 11 to Apr. 12, 2016.

Rebecca J. Shepherd SCHENECTADY – Rebecca Jean (Kinch) Shepherd, 54 passed away April 8, 2016 at Ellis Hospital with family and friends at her side. Rebecca was born in Sidney, NY to Howard and Dorothy (Bacon) Kinch. She graduated from Schalmont HS and went on to Crane School of Music where she earned a BM degree in Music Education. She received her MS in Music Education from the College of St. Rose. Rebecca taught music for over 30 years and was due to retire in May of this year from theLansingburgh Central School District. A long standing member of the First Reformed Church of Scotia, Rebecca served asDirector of Music Ministry and Choir Director for the past ten years. Rebecca was predeceased by her father, Howard M. Kinch. Survivors include her husband, London Shepherd; mother, Dorothy B. Kinch of Glenville; stepdaughter Corinne Mitchelland granddaughters Mekhia and Makayla Mitchell of Albany; sisters Allison (Michael) Atchley of Scotia and Kathleen (James) Salisbury of West Sand Lake; niece Megan Atchley of Queens, NY and nephews Alex Atchley of Chicago, IL, EricZorko of Saratoga Springs and Gregory Zorko of Madison, WIas well as many dear friends and her beloved rescue dog, Henley. Rebecca will be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor and a hearty laugh that filled the room. She loved her home,enjoyed decorating, entertaining and sharing it with friends and family. Rebecca enjoyed time spent with her stepdaughter andgranddaughters. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, April 13, 2016, 10:00 a.m. at the First Reformed of Scotia, 224 N. Ballston Avenue with a visitation and luncheon in the church’s fellowship hall at the conclusion of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to First Reformed Church of Scotia; American Cancer Society or Peppertree Dog Rescue at peppertree.org.

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January 9, 2023

Friend

Shannon S

I miss you, there are days when I´m unsure about life and I look back to the times when I was in your class. You believed in me, I wish you were here now to tell me you still believe in me. It´s not fair the world lost you. I pray to see you again. Maybe we can sing along side the angels.

December 16, 2022

School

Dwayne Lovely

Sadly, we were searching for old classmate of SCCC music program and found Becky´s passing here. Our late condolences from two of her classmates of 1983 Dwayne and Cynthia Lovely

April 5, 2022

Ed DerGurahian

6 years! You still have a great impact on my life. Miss you lots!

April 8, 2021

Friend

Mark Kepner

I cannot believe it has been 5 years that you have been gone my friend! I think of you often and miss you still so very much! You were such a big influence on my life and I will never be able to thank you for everything you taught me and for your friendship! Continue to Rest In Peace and fly high!

November 28, 2019

Susan Mattice

London: Ruud and I JUST found out about Rebecca's passing, almost four years after the fact, and it was a very sad shock. We couldn't have asked for better neighbors than you and Rebecca. She was such a kind person, and so much fun to talk to whenever we saw her. I wish we had not lost touch after we all left Michigan Ave.! The online tributes to Rebecca are amazing...She must have been a wonderful teacher. Our deepest condolences to you, your daughter and grandchildren, and all of the Kinch family. Sincerely, Susan Mattice and Ruud Addink

September 15, 2019

Shannon Sousis

Mrs. Shepherd, today I got accepted into a Choir that I auditioned for. Now here I am crying wishing you were directing. I miss you a lot. You helped me mature and you're a part of the reason I am still so passionate about music. I will never forget you. I love you.

April 13, 2019

Student

Brittany Horton

It has been three years and I still cant believe you are gone. I still cant believe that there will never be another akward 12 year old to walk into that choir room unsure if they still enjoyed singing only for you to make them believe again. You really made us feel the music made us love the music. I will never forget that. You were my Idol and just knowing you for even a few years was a blessing. My hope is that my children will find a teacher that inspires them as much as you inspired me and hundreds of other kids who had the pleasure to sit in your choir room. You really did make the lives of many so much better.

April 5, 2019

Acquaintance

Anne Borrero

Rebecca made the world a better place by her influence in the lives of so many children. She gave of herself like most of us only wish we could. She lives on in the difference she made in the lives of so many. Rest in peace beautiful woman, you deserve it.

April 20, 2016

6th grade student of her

I will miss you

April 18, 2016

Tonya Hall

I still remember you from middle school (KMS Class of '92). You instilled in me a lifelong love of musical theatre! I always thought you were a great teacher, and to this day always remembered your loathing of all things watermelon! May you rest in peace knowing how many lives you touched. Thank you.

April 18, 2016

Barbara Burdick

I worked with Rebecca part time @ Montgomery Wards. She was a lot of fun & enjoyment to work with.

April 15, 2016

Zoe Miles

I love u Mrs shepherd ur the best!!! The fact that I heard u died made me and all of ur other students shock as well there to I love u so much as well u r the best teacher ever love and miss you shepherd love and miss you man...LOL UR THE BEST!??

April 15, 2016

Zoe Miles

She was so awesome and she will be dearly miss by all all my love is with you shepherd and I MEAN ALL OF IT

April 13, 2016

Cindy, John, Dan, Lindsey Ryan

I was shocked and saddened hearing the news of Rebecca's passing. Rebbeca had both our son Dan and daughter Lindsey in her choir group years ago. My children are both grown adults now but we remember attending all the music specials at the school years ago. My family loved attending the music concerts since they were the best!! She has made an impression on every Lansingburgh student who has ever had her as a teacher. She will continue doing her job in heaven singing with the angels.

April 13, 2016

Ray and Annette Wheat

Oh my God, I just saw that Rebecca has passed. I'm so very sorry. My prayers are with London and your family. We didn't know each other well, but she was a lovely neighbor and I will miss seeing her on walks around our neighborhood. Jesus is holding her in his loving arms now. Ray and Annette Wheat, Neighbors

April 13, 2016

Camron DeShaw

April 13, 2016

Jarita Ray

Forever in our hearts, sleep in peace.

April 13, 2016

Brittany Horton

RIP Mrs. Shepard you were by far the best choral director I have ever had the pleasure to be taught by. You have been my idol since I was in elementary school over a decade ago when I first saw your soundwaves perform. I always dreamed of being a Soundwave but I moved out of district freshman year. You were amazing and an inspiration to many.

April 13, 2016

Brenda Lewis

We first met Mrs. Shepherd when we moved to Lansingburgh in 2006 and our sons enrolled in school here. I thoroughly enjoyed watching the Soundwaves. I saw a teacher who was passionate about what she did and the respect that everyone had for her. I will always remember her explaining concert etiquette and how she would get everyone quiet for performances. She will be greatly missed, but it is only temporary. We will see her again in heaven. Heaven has a new choir director. RIP Mrs. Shepherd. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and all that knew her. She had an infectious smile, and I am thankful that I was able to have been acquainted with her through the Burgh schools.

April 12, 2016

Eliesha Rivera

R.I.P Mrs Shepard I'll never forget everything you taught me and the amazing opportunity I had to learn with you

April 12, 2016

THE ANDERSON FAMILY

Much gratitude to Mrs. Shepherd for the time she spent with the choir...she was a first class instructor and produced a beautiful chorus. You will be missed and definetely a tough act to follow!

The Anderson Family

April 12, 2016

Michele Rushford

Rip mrs shepard. From the schwartz family/ rosa/ pelcher/ baker. We all miss you dearly and your smiling face you impacted so many kids lives and othet people. Rip we can still hear you singing hunny. Love always michele schwartz/rushford

April 12, 2016

Michele Rushford

I want to say rip the best music teacher ever in lhs. Even thou i didnt have you. But my sister did and seeing all og your music and choirs and soundwaves u were excellent at what you do. You will will dearly be miss by the schwartz family/ baker/ rosa/pelcher... from michele schwartz/rushford

April 12, 2016

To London and the Kinch family,
My deepest sympathy in the passing of Rebecca. As I see her smiling face I am brought back to so many times I heard her laugh. She was so full of life. She will be missed.
Deb Wager

April 12, 2016

Gavin McIntyre

RIP Mrs. Shepherd. You been a beacon of light in my life and an inspiration to my sister and my daughters who you also shared the gift of music with. Thank you for seeing beyond what others couldn't when I was a teenage immigrant fresh off the plane from Jamaica. In a not so diverse Burgh at the time, you gave me a chance, motivation and courage to showcase my talents and prove myself to my new community and to the best ME that I could be. It is amazing to know you also share the same girt with my child and we will love you forever. My Prayers and Blessings go out to your family. Bless up and Nuff Respect!

April 12, 2016

Juanita Grimmick

The angels got a new choir teacher! God knows what he does and he wanted the best. May you rest in peace Mrs.Sheperd/Kinch. You have impacted so many young lives over the years. My ambitions for singing continue as I breathe a heavy sigh though it's not really good bye its see you later. Please keep a spot for all your choir kids! Til we meet again. R. I. P.

April 12, 2016

Mary Barscz

RIP Ms Shepherd. Lansingburgh choir will never be the same. You were the best choir teacher we have ever known. Although you appeared to be tough the kids all loved you. I enjoyed being in your company on those bus trips to New York. Prayers to your family.

The Barscz family

April 12, 2016

Mari Warner

Although I have been away from Lansingburgh for 6 years now, I still hear the singing from the choir room and see the smiling face of Rebecca. Prayers to her family and the entire Lansingburgh community. May you all remember her life lessons that went far beyond the walls of her room.

April 12, 2016

Kate Fetherston

RIP Rebecca ... (tho I knew you as Becky :)) I regretted that we lost touch after HS and thought of you often over the years since. I am greateful that your life's path brought you to such happiness and opportunity. God Speed ...
My sincerest condolences to your family and friends for their loss.

April 12, 2016

Denise Adams

Our deepest prayers and thoughts are with you

April 12, 2016

Micaela Barker

Rebecca changed my life by providing me with a love for music. Some of my favorite songs today are songs that I learned under her instruction. She believed music could positively change people, and she was completely right.

April 11, 2016

Lisa Devaren

Rebecca, I still remember the first time I met you, when you had just arrived at the Burgh. What a small world it was when we realized that I had gone to college with Kathy. We were both young and just starting out in our teaching careers. You had so much enthusiasm and you never lost that. You touched so many kids' lives, including my son's, and taught them to love and enjoy music. RIP Rebecca...I will miss you terribly.

April 11, 2016

adam g

RIP Mrs.Shepherd. You were a great choir teacher. Even though the lessons may be over I will continue to sing. You were one of the greatest teachers I ever had.

April 11, 2016

Matt Spain

I will always remember her in my thoughts and Prayers. She was an amazing Teacher,Friend and Colleague to all who knew her R.I.P Mrs.Sheperd

April 11, 2016

Matt Spain

I am so sorry for your loss.She was a wonderful lady who was surrounded by amazing people. You are all in my thoughts and Prayers.

April 11, 2016

Jennifer Adkison

You will be missed ,thank you for all your hard work and many years that you put into changing childrens lives you'll never be forgotten

April 11, 2016

Janis Clark

Rebecca, there is no one like you. I loved watching the Soundwaves perform and watching how the kids respected you. I loved the looks you would give the audience at performances, reminding all to be on our best behavior. It takes a special person to work day in and day out with children. Look at your outcome, what beautiful results. We will be missing you, but you will always be with us.

April 11, 2016

Tangie Jeffrey

You will be missed sweet sister in law. You have enriched the lives of the Shepherd family since you joined hands with our brother. I'm am sad you are gone but I'm also so happy that your life is Not done. You live in the hearts of each and every person you've made contact with. If they've never spoken with you there wasn't a need because your face.. your smile said it all. Rest dear sister until the FATHER makes HIS grand entrance and we will be caught up with HIM. Thank you for loving my brother, my nieces and this family. We had you for a tiny portion of your life but your family must be so extremely blessed for you shined with humility and grace the moment Heaven sent you to this place.

April 11, 2016

Jessica & Al Blumenthal

R.I.P Rebecca, I'll always remember your laugh and the great friendship you had with my mother. You'll be missed by many people.

April 11, 2016

Josh Baggett

Mr. Shepherd sorry for your lost. Think about you and your family.

April 11, 2016

Dakota O'Bomsawin

I'm deeply saddened by Mrs.Shepherds passing she was an amazing teacher and friend. We didn't work together for very long but I grew very close to Mrs.Shepherd in the last few months.Her retirement was a very sad day but nothing could compare to this.I'm going to miss her until we meet again. I now must say Goodbye to a great friend. R.I.P Mrs.SHepherd

April 11, 2016

Terry Viola

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you! The world has lost a beautiful soul, but heaven has gained the joy, the song and the wonder that was Rebecca! London, My heart is with you, please let me know anything you need.

April 11, 2016

Tara Sheldon

I am so very sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful woman who was surrounded by wonderful people. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

April 11, 2016

Kathleen Eaton

You will be forever missed. You impacted the lives of my 3 children, always commanding such respect. That is something that they will always remember. You were also a great friend and colleague. I am a better person just from knowing you. Sing with the angels now.

April 11, 2016

Emily Mehigan

London,
Tim and I are deeply sorry to hear about Rebecca's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do, please don't hesitate to ask.

April 11, 2016

Kathy Flaherty

She may be gone way too soon, but her beautiful spirit lives on.

April 11, 2016

Robin Evers

What an amazing person, teacher and mentor to many. Thank you for being part of my daughters life. You will live on through all the people you have touched. My thoughts and prayers to the family.

April 11, 2016

Becky, you will be missed by your family and friends. Your beautiful smile and kind spirit will live on in our hearts. Nancy Eldridge & Family

April 11, 2016

Barbara Sperling

My thoughts are with you. Such a terrible loss for your family and the entire Lansingburgh community. My favorite part of watching a Soundwaves performance was watching Rebecca and seeing how much she enjoyed it herself.

April 11, 2016

Mark Kepner

London, girls, and The Kinch family,
What I have to say here cannot be put into words. Rebecca was so much more than just a vocal teacher! Her legacy shows in every student that she taught! From the outpouring of love and support on Facebook and on here it is very apparent. London, if there is anything that you need I am always a phone call away! You and Rebecca were not friends to me but rather family. Prayers and deepest sympathies on the passing of Rebecca!

April 11, 2016

Elizabeth Pratico

Thank you Ms. Shepherd (Kinch) for the educator that you were. You instilled a love of music in your students that lives on to this day. Every time I go to see a musical in NYC, I remember the first musical you took us to. Ms. Kinch was able to teach us the lessons we needed in order to pursue our dreams in life. Ms. Shepherd will be sorely missed on this earth and my condolences to her loved ones at this time.

April 11, 2016

Anthony Steen

Mrs.Shepherd, you were a great teacher. I miss you so much. We've had so many great times together. You've inspired me to stick to my pation of music. Your teachings of music and life will always be in my heart. And the memorie of you will be in my heart forever and for always. Thank you for evrything. R.I.P Shep

April 11, 2016

Oryonnah Vaughan

Rest in peace Mrs.shep, you will be missed by everyone. You had a great impact on everyones lives and was an amazing choir director. I loved having you as my teacher. Prayers to your family

April 11, 2016

Corinne Shepherd Mitchell

My heart aches for my dad, & my children who she loved dearly. I will do everything in my power to keep her memory alive in them. she will be greatly missed.

April 11, 2016

Jasmine S

R.I.P Mrs. Shepherd Thank you for everything you have taught me this year you were a wonderful teacher and you taught me a lot and you will be missed very dearly.

April 11, 2016

Jasmine Salgado

R.I.P Mrs. Shepherd you were a wonderful and Amazing Music Teacher.Thank you for everything.

April 11, 2016

Abigail Garhartt

Rip. Thank you for teaching me so much over the years. You will be missed greatly Mrs Sheperd. We all love you!

April 11, 2016

Anne Borrero

The world I'm sure is a better place,
because you were so important in the life of a child. Prayers of peace to the family.

April 11, 2016

Andrew Higgs

RIP Mrs. Shepherd. You had such a tremendous impact on every life that you touched. Through music, kindness and patience you molded hundreds of lives. Thoughts and prayers to your family.

April 11, 2016

Dan & Theresa Broderick

All your friends in The Lansingburgh are Heartbroken !! Beautiful Person, with a Beautiful Heart, RIP !!

April 11, 2016

Amy Bailey

Love & Prayers to London & Family
Endless incredible memories; All filled with love, light and laughter. I have no doubt you're leading heaven with bursts of joy.

April 11, 2016

K Forbes

Thoughts and prayers go to this loving family. Mrs. Shephard was an amazing and inspiring women. She had a great talent to connect with her students through music. When singing in her class or voice lesson made me feel alive. RIP Mrs Shephard. Your forever in our hearts.

April 11, 2016

Kara Siddons

RIP Mrs. Shepherd you will be missed by all that you have touched. Thank you for being a amazing teacher to my son Christopher Siddons, fly high with the angels. I am sure you will be conducting many choirs in heaven

April 11, 2016

Colleen (Teller) Carkkner

Fond memories of Rebecca from our days at Schalmont. My thoughts and prayers to her family.

April 11, 2016

Danielle Ray

R.I.P. Rebecca was a wonderful music teacher. I remember when she 1st came to LHS. Thoughts & Prayers to her family & friends.

April 11, 2016

Elizabeth S.

Mrs. Shepherd,
I only spent one year in soundwaves but the memories are ones that I cherish to this day. Thank you for all the hard work you did for us, all the hours you devoted to music and students. You're gone too soon but the legacy you leave behind is beautiful one. Thank you for everything you did for your students.

April 11, 2016

Jean D

My fondest high school memories are of the weekend hours spent building and painting stage sets, listening to music, laughing and talking with Miss Kinch, Miss Valenti, and the other drama club students who were there to help out. She made us feel welcome, part of a special team, as if we were doing something bigger than ourselves. And we were. Those school plays brought in huge, appreciative crowds, and we were all proud to be part of something that made others so happy. Her passion and dedication, and her sense of humor, all existed in a spotlight to me, as if she stood alone on the stage, even while she did everything in her power to boost her students and set their own passion for music aflame. She cared deeply about the job getting done right, and that is something that has stuck with me ever since. I am grateful for those moments, and for these memories, that have shaped who I am. She was a star for so many, for so long, but not long enough. All my love and deepest sympathy to her family.

April 11, 2016

Doreen Davis

RIP Ms. Kinch I will forever remember you and always will remember everything you have taught us in Chorus. Thank you for sending me to "All County" Thank you for going over those "One One Two One One Two Three two one" Thank You for keeping "One Moment in time" by Whitney Houston stuck in my head Today as a 33 year old Woman with kids. Thank you for believing in all of you students. Thank You for always being a caring compassionate person! We all will miss you! Will always keep the ones you love in Prayer!

April 11, 2016

Tristan Finch

Gonna miss you...RIP

April 11, 2016

James Campbell

My challenging childhood were made easier by Rebecca. She was supportive,charismatic and caring. She then later became a positive influence on my son.
The world is a lesser place w/o her

April 11, 2016

Chris O'Brien

We are so sorry to hear of Mrs. Shepherd's passing. She was a wonderful teacher. She will be sadly missed. Our condolences to her family.

The O'Brien Family

April 11, 2016

Kassandra Gaunay/smith

Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends...you where a amazing teacher and I'll always remember how fun it was in your class...may you fly high with the angels and sing in the heavily choir.

April 11, 2016

Lee Bordick

Rebecca's legacy is that she ispired and lifted up her students and the community through her talent and grace. Because of her, we all have been changed for the good. God bless you, Rebecca.

April 11, 2016

Aaliyah A

Thank you for teaching me respect and the art of singing. You will be missed.

April 11, 2016

Ed DerGurahian

London and family,

I can honestly say that Rebecca was my favorite teacher at Lansingburgh. Her heart and passion for the music always shone through no matter if it was a choir rehearsal, concert, or in a musical that we did. She taught me to always think that I am the best at what I am doing, because if I did, I am always trying my hardest. I will never forget when she told us in choir rehearsal "I don't care if you make a mistake, just do it loudly, that way I know you are trying." I hope she realized the legacy that she left not only on me, but the students that came before and after. The teacher that most epitomized the Lansingburgh spirit of community and hard work, will forever be missed. If you are looking for a teacher who shares passion for what she teaches, your search begins and ends with Rebecca. The Lansingburgh community has a huge hole to fill and it won't be easy. Thank you, Mrs. Shepherd, for sharing your light with us, and having an impact that went far beyond my four years at LHS, you will forever be missed. :(


Ed DerGurahian
Lansingburgh High School
Class of 1999

April 11, 2016

Connie & Craig Wallace

Our thoughts and prayers are with you London, Henley and family.

Connie & Craig (the jeep neighbors)

April 11, 2016

Barbara Coleman

Rebecca will be conducting the voice of angels in heaven...lovely, warm person who has touched hundreds of children and adults at Lansingburgh Central School District...she was very special to all of us...

April 11, 2016

The Spaulding Family

Our hearts were saddened upon hearing the news about Rebecca's passing. Our most sincere condolences go out to you and your family.

April 11, 2016

Matt,Toni,Cameron,Tanner Kiser

Rebecca it won't be the same not seeing your beautiful smile next door. We didn't know each other long but in our short time you were truly one of the nicest people we ever knew. You will be missed. London our prayers are with you and please know we are here if you need anything.

April 11, 2016

Chrissy Burniche (Borden)

I will not forget the years spent with you as my choir teacher! Thoughts and prayers are with your family!!

April 11, 2016

Mariah Garay (cowin)

Rest in piece Mrs Shepard u will be missed

April 11, 2016

Lisa B.

Thank you for the beautiful gift of song and sharing your love of music with all of us at Lansingburgh High School. You will be greatly missed!

April 11, 2016

Doris Grimmick

You were a excellent choir teacher to so many kids in lansinburgh school district. I would love to go to the concerts to see you move to the music as you were conducting as well as hear the choir, You will be missed so dearly. RIP . Prayers to your family

April 11, 2016

Christopher Franklin

Miss Shepard I will always remember you for your kindness.You let me sing with the soundwaves at a breakfast at the age of 8 you made me feel specal. Thanks Chris Franklin

April 11, 2016

Shawn Cowin

You were the best quior teacher that i had. Im glad that you impacted my life and i got to know you.

April 11, 2016

Mary & Rebecca Sweeney

April 11, 2016

Alex Vega

I enjoyed having you as my choir teacher, you rocked. I will miss you dearly.Thank you for everything you taught me.. Sending prayers to your family!

April 11, 2016

Shynaja Rayford

I will miss u rip

April 11, 2016

Shauna B

April 11, 2016

Elaine Dodson

You were a light that lit the world

April 11, 2016

Kierra Leak Dylan Meyers

Thank you mrs. Shepherd for everything you have taught us. We are very lucky to have known such an amazing spirit and kind heart. We will miss as our choir teacher, but now it's time to be choir teacher to the Angels. We will never forget you.

April 11, 2016

Heather Mantello

Rebecca,
May you rest in peace, singing with the Angels.
London and family,
I am so sorry for your loss of such a beautiful person in your life. Try to find comfort knowing you have a special guardian angel now watching over all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

April 11, 2016

Virginia Gardner

May you rest in peace Mrs. Shepherd , your voice will forever to heard and your heart forever felt. As you fly high with your angels I have no doubt that you will be conducting your own concert. Forever in our hearts.

April 11, 2016

Rodney Branch

Ms.Shepard you will be truly missed.You touched so many hearts of so many young people in soundwaves,both the kids and their familys.Rest in peace.The Franklin family,Rodney Branch

April 10, 2016

Smith

April 10, 2016

Smith

RIP Mrs shepherd I thank you for everything you've done for our daughter Alyssa smith you will forever be in our hearts. My condolences and prayers go out to your family. May they find peace in their time of need. Soar high on your journey home and fly among the angles for you are truly a heavenly spirit.

April 10, 2016

Shannon Patrick

You made such an impact on my high school years, many great memories and fun times to look back on. I hope you are at peace and look down knowing all the lives you've touched so positively.

April 10, 2016

Pamela Morey

April 10, 2016

Audrey

I can't believe you're really gone. I wish I could have told you what an inspiration you were to me. You encouraged me to keep singing when I wanted to quit, you told me how beautiful my voice was and to sing loud and proud from my gut!!! I'll never forget you or the impact you had on my life. You were truly a person who made a difference and truly cared about all your student's. R.I.P Mrs. Shepard/kinch. You will never be forgotten. My condolences go out to this beautiful woman's family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

April 10, 2016

Rita Thompson

Thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Shepherd's husband, her mom, and family at this most difficult time. Many wonderful things will be expressed by many in this Guest Book. I would like to thank her for working with my 2 grandchildren, instilling in them the love of music. They were with her in choir, Soundwaves, and the many plays that she directed. Amanda and Zachary loved every minute of their time with her. They were at her last concert a couple of weeks ago, paying tribute to her AWESOMENESS. You will be greatly missed by many - God Bless and Rest in Peace. Rita Thompson

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