Harry Eugene Shepard Jr.

For some reason, I thought about Harry and came across this. I met Harry at the gym I managed in Sparta, NJ and he took up fitness with the same passion as his flying. We became good friends and he took me up in his plane and did so many stunts, I loved it. He attended my wedding in 1981. I moved to Pa but kept in touch. In 1985 I competed in the bodybuilding nationals in Miami and while I was in my room, the phone rang. It was my brother in the bar letting me know Harry was there. It would...

Dear Marlene, Sorry to hear of your loss...Harry was the most inovative pilot in the Airshow world. From the days of the Harry and Larry (Kinegry) show and Harry's Super Pinto jet act through the Red Hawk days, he stood as one of the greatest Stick and Rudder pilots in the business. The civilian canopy to canopy routine he perfected has been imitated but never equaled. I was proud to know Harry back in those days and prouder still when Harry and Carl (Pascarell) were part of the honor guard...

My deepest sympathy in the loss of this special son. I worked as Harry Sr.'s secretary for a few years, and worked adjacent to him for many more. He, as well as Loma, was so very proud of both Gene and Carolyn and their accomplishments in life, and rightfully so. "Mr. Shepard" as I knew him was a man of much integrity and high standards, and I still miss him. We traveled to FSU together, back in the early 70's, taking some business courses (business law and accounting). He was a real...

My parents tell me that Gene carried my infant body from the car into the house following my birth. Some of his love for aviation must have rubbed off on me, since from about age two all I wanted to do was fly airplanes.

Gene took me for a flight in his SF260 when I was 15, and taught me the basics of aerobatics. I will never forget performing a barrel roll with Gene and being proud of the result. Gene remarked: “that was excellent, John, and I expect no less of you.” ...

Dear Marilyn & Family
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your heart breaking loss. Gene will be greatly missed.

Dear Carolyn, was so sorry to hear about Gene. I haven't seen him in a long time, but always thought he was such a smart boy. I know you will miss him. He was always interested in anything to do with flight, I remember his room filled with all kinds of things he had made. Our deepest sympathy to you & the family. Gail & Doug

Marlene and Carolyn, My deepest feelings for you and all your familys. Carolyn If you remember me:

Our heart felt feelings go out to Carolyn and members of the family.