Jesse Wood Sheppard

Jesse Sheppard Obituary

Jesse Wood Sheppard, 18, of Stuart, Va., died Saturday, June 13, 2009. Funeral Wednesday, June 17, 2009, 2 p.m., at the Patrick County High School Auditorium. Arrangements by Moody Funeral Home, Stuart, Va.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jun. 16, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Jesse Sheppard

9 Entries

Anna Hayes

July 6, 2009

I never had the privilage of knowing Jesse personally, but I have heard so many great stories about him. He was very big in 4-H. I just came home from 4-H camp and Thursday night at closing campfire we had a special memorial for him his parents and grandparents and other members of his family were there and it was a really special moment for everyone. There were many people that cried me and my friends were some of those people, but we new that Jesse would not have wanted us to do that he would have wanted us to be smiling and remembering him for all the happy moments. Anybody that new Jesse would understand this....."I break for fried chicken".

Alena Colborn

June 26, 2009

So Jesse and I first met when I was in 8th grade. We were at Praise and Worship practice and all he did with me was joke around. He picked on me like I was his little sister. After then we got really close. He knew exactly what to tell me when I came to him for help. I remember exactly what we did after graduation when he was packing to leave for the beach. We ate and he packed. We went to his room and he showed me his new laptop and then I just grabbed him and gave him the biggest hug. I told him how proud I was of him and i just hugged him. I kissed him on the cheek and told him that i loved him. He was such an awesome person. When I thought I couldn't do something, Jesse was there to tell me i could. He always made me laugh. And even though he could absolutely drive me crazy, I wouldn't have had it any other way. There isn't a day I don't think about him. Jesse will always hold a place in my heart and I can't wait to see him again.

Elena Yanez

June 17, 2009

Jesse Wood Sheppard he was a great person. he always knew how to make anyone smile. I will miss him dearly. I have just graduated from North stokes. I found out about jesse while beginning my own beach trip. this was hard for me to take in expecally when NSHS just lost a student this year in a wreck Sonia Luster. To be honest my emotions were mixed with sad,denial, and madness when i found out, i didn't want to believe it. Its hard to see a person the same age of you and knowing that they will never get to go to college, marrage.etc. in a casket,and i get to do all of it. God has a plan for all of us and we have to accept and live one day at a time and say "Im proud of you","I love you" every second you get to everyone you love cause you never know when we are leaving this world. but my prayers goes out to all the ones who are suffering. Just turn it to God and he will handle it. we have to accept it and move on, or else we'll be lost in the memories, enjoy the memories, but live through them....Rest easy Jesse. Think about the good times, it will be painful for all of us cause in some way Jesse touched our lives, but just remember we will see him again. I will always love you and never forget about you. hope your singing up there!this is not good bye its see you soon! <3

Tommy & Wendy Lewis

June 17, 2009

I never had the privilege of knowing Jesse. From what I've read about him online the last few days he seemed like a wonderful young man.

My wife and I lost our daughter Kellie in "97 at the age of 14 and our son Daniel in '06 at the age of 16 so I know how much pain the family, friends, etc. are feeling now.

Nothing I or anyone do can take that pain away but I just want to say that God can and will get you through each second of every day if you let him. Sometimes the pain will be so bad you'll feel you can't go on but take strength in the fact that Jesse knew Jesus as his savior and he is there now. He will live on your memories and you will see him again if you've trusted in Jesus. That is his promise to us.

May God hold you in his arms and we will keep you in our prayers.

Sandra Anglin

June 17, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

Chasity Wood

June 16, 2009

Jesse was in the PCHS band with my sister Faith Martin. They were on the drum line together. He was such a precious guy. I heard many stories about him, but the one thing that stands out the most is how compassionate he was to others and how much he loved the Lord. My prayers go out to this family, and I praise God for his legancy that he has left for all. May God Bless you all, and give you the peace and comfort that you deserve.

Jennifer Williams

June 16, 2009

I am so sorry for you loss. Jesse will always live on through all of the lives that he had touched during his short time on this Earth. Jesse always kept a smile on his face no matter what life handed him. I'll always remember how polite he was. He was such a sweet kid and will be sorely missed by so many people.

Cristen Hamm

June 16, 2009

I met Jesse at 4-H camp. And he made my first 4-H camp really great! He is my bff because he was funny, thoughtful, and caring! And I will miss him soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo much!

Meghan Brown

June 16, 2009

I first met Jesse at Patrick County High School with my boyfriend John. The first thing he said to me was... your beautiful. Ever since then i've loved to be around him. He was a great kid and made me laugh a lot. Im going to miss him, along with MANY other people.

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