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Anthony Shepherd Obituary

Anthony Lee (Tony) Shepherd, 33, of Shawsville, Va., died on Monday, June 22, 2009. Left to love and cherish his memory are his children, Haze and Ameris Shepherd, Micah, Salomae and Jacinda Hatcher; wife, Jennifer; parents, Michael and Barbara Shepherd and Vickie Price; brothers, Michael (Victoria), Bear (Mellissa), Kevin; sisters, Teresa (Jimmy), Tessa (Clayton) and Amber; numerous nieces and nephews; and aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends at the Horne Funeral Home on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, from 6 until 8 p.m. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 2, 2009, in the Shepherd Family Cemetery conducted by the Rev. Jerry Shepherd. The family is in the care of Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, Va. Online condolences may be sent to www.hornefuneralservice.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jul. 1, 2009.

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Angela Holloway

July 10, 2009

To all the family I am so sorry for your loss.I went to School with him and Tony was such a sweet person and will really be missed bye alot of friends and family and loved ones.And he always let you know that he loved you,He was really a special person,But if this is any help he is in a better place and he,s not in any pain no more.And just know this that you all are in my thoughts and prayers Love Angie Holloway.

Amanda Shepehrd

July 6, 2009

Tony, Jacob and I loved you so much. Everytime we were in Salem Jacob would say, "Let's go see uncle Tony!" and we did. I will never forget the times you would call to check on us or show up at our house and makes us laugh till we cried. We feel comfort in knowing that you are in a better place but we will miss you dearly. Love, Lil Mana and Jake Nuts.

Sherri Brumfield

July 2, 2009

To Vickie and Mike, I was so sorry and deeply saddened to hear of Tony's passing. I only met him once but I will always remember his beautiful smile and his warm handshake. Vickie, I know how proud you were of Tony and it showed because you talked about your son with so much love in your heart and Mike I know you loved Tony just as much because he was your brother. I just want both of you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope you can take comfort in knowing that Tony is in heaven with God and that one day you will be reunited with him again. Love and prayers...

July 1, 2009

TO THE ENTIRE SHEPERD FAMILY,OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYER ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME. WE HAVE VERY FOND MEMORIES OF TONY.
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
SHERRY,CHRISSY,TJ,& MARRY SHEETS

Beverly S Hylton

July 1, 2009

To Tony's Parents and to Mike, Tessa, Teresa, and Bear my heart hurts over the loss of Tony he will be dearly missed. I had the oppurtunity to spend alot of time with Tony when we were younger. He was my one and only first love and I will miss him. If you guys need anything I am here. Tony I will miss your beutiful smile and I hope that you are at peace now.

Love Bever-T

Brenda Naff

July 1, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Dee Dannewitz Wallace

July 1, 2009

Tony was a joy to know, and a friend supremely. I'm sorry for the time where we didn't stay in touch, but I know that anyone he connected with was better for it.

Love and prayers for all the family. Take Care...

william Tawney

June 30, 2009

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.

James Miller

June 30, 2009

My condolences.

William Tawney

June 30, 2009

Tony was a good guy its hard to belive he is gone He will be missed my prayers for the family

The Maxwells

June 29, 2009

We are very sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.

Misti Stallard-Stancil

June 29, 2009

I went to school with Tony and he was always smiling and such a great guy. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. He is with God and will look down on everyone smiling.

Wendy Gibson

June 29, 2009

My heart goes out to Tony's family. He was ALWAYS a sweetheart and always kept people laughin! He will be missed so dearly.

June 29, 2009

I loved you always and will love you always. Your struggle is over now that you are in the presence of the Lord. I know that a day will never pass that I don't think of you and long to hear your voice or see your smile. Thank you for your years of friendship Tonems!

Donnie Tawney

June 29, 2009

In the words of Tony's Lord and savior read in the King James Bible in the book of John 14; 1-6 "Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and recieve you unto myself, that where I am, there ye may be also. And whither I go ye know, and the way ye know. Thomas saith unto him, Lord, we know not whither thou goest; and how can we know the way? Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me".
Tony is with the Lord, much better off than the rest of us. I know, we're selfish, we want him with us, but Tony, just like Lazarus, and the Lord, want you to tell the rest of the world of how to be with them. There is only one way, and it is stated plainly.
Tony was my friend since early on. We experienced alot of things together, and he was the first person to take me to church right when God changed my life. I thank God for every second he gave me with Tony, lets all use the Godly influence the Lord gave to Tony to give to us to reach souls for Christ, just as Tony would want us to. Luv ya T-Bone I'll see ya

mickey akers

June 28, 2009

me and tony had fun in high school sorry about your loss he will be missed im praying for the family

Linda Shelburne

June 28, 2009

Mike, Barbara and Family: You-all are in my prayers and my heart. I am so sorry to hear about the death of Tony.
He was a super young man and will be missed. Please call me if there is anything I can do. Love: Linda Shelburne.

Daryl Robinson

June 28, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. May GOD be with you all.

Makayla Shepherd

June 28, 2009

Uncle Tony I miss you so much, I remember when you came to see us and you wanted to feed Miket baby food whe he was a baby and he got it all over you and started laughing,I will miss your bug bear hugs and you calling me your kaylabugs, Heaven is lucky to have you,but I wish you were still here, I love you uncle tony,Thank you the time you read me the book.
Love Your KaylaBugs, xoxoxoxox

June 27, 2009

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss. "Do not be afraid, for I am with you. Do not gaze about, for I am your God. I will fortify you. I will really help you. I will really keep fast hold of you with my right hand of righteousness." - Isaiah 41:10. Your family and friends are in my prayers.

Makayla Shepherd

June 27, 2009

Uncle Tony,
I'll never forget you reading me books before you left,you will always be in my heart, I will miss you soo much,I will miss your big bear hugs and your big kisses,i remember when you came to see us and feed mikey baby food for the first time and he got it all over you and you just laughed about it, that was funny, Uncle Tony you are a great uncle an I miss you so much,I know you are with me always in my heart, I will miss you reading and calling me you KaylaBugs!! You are a GREAT Uncle TonTon,heaven will be lucky to have you!! I love you and will never forget you!! Love Your, KaylaBug,xoxoxox

Victoria Shepherd

June 27, 2009

Tony you will be so missed, I loved you so much, you never left this house without hugging Mikey and Makayla and telling them you loved, I remember Mikey crawling on the couch with you before you left and you laid there and snuggled up to him. You always called to say I love and miss ya'll how I wish you would have stayed, it's hard to believe that you'll never be calling again just say I love you, life will never be the same for Mike you were his Ton Ton,two of a kind. I loved you like a brother Tony you will always be missed by everyone that knew you, Love Your Vickster

Storm Martin

June 27, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss, I remember when my great grandma died n i still miss her till this day!! I am sorry, Storm Martin

heather Martin

June 27, 2009

Victoria n Mike: Im so, so sorry for your loss!! I wish there was some way for me to make things better or to help you guys!! If there is anything I could do for either of you, you know where I am!! Love You Forever n Always your BFF Heather,Bubba,Storm,Damion,n Xavior

Brooke Caldwell

June 27, 2009

To the entire Shepherd family my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. If their is anything I can do please let me know.

Allen Basham

June 27, 2009

To Mike, Bear, and the entire Shepherd family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Tony and I had a lot of good times together and he will always be remembered.

gloria donathan

June 27, 2009

sorry for your loss.i meet tony when i went to victoria and mikes.He was a very sweet person, My GOD keep you in his arms,

Juanita Sutphin

June 27, 2009

To Tony's family, We had heard about Tony's death before it was in the paper. My son's grew up with Tony and they were all friends. We are so sorry for your loss. Hold fast to your memories and we pray that Jehovah will help get you through. God Bless you all!

Mrs. Juanita Sutphin
Christiansburg, VA.

susan dobbins

June 27, 2009

vicky,im so deeply saddened by tonys passing ,my sincere condolences are with you and the family ,i cant imagine the loss you feel .if i can do anything let me know .susan

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