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1940
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2020
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Carl Shepherd Obituary
Carl proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1957 until 1977. During his career in the military he served on the USS Snowden, USS Yosemite, USS Shangrila, USS Fulton, USS John W. Weeks, USS Gearing, USS Howard W Gilmore, and the USS Sunbird. He also served as a Coxswain of an admiral's barge and a captain's boat. Upon retiring from the Navy, he worked as a tugboat captain, landscaping and maintenance and crane operator.
He is survived by his wife Carol Ann (Britton) Shepherd; daughter Tammy Lee (Shepherd) Skau (Vernon) of Old Saybrook; and son Carl Lee Shepherd (LuAnn) of Noank; grandsons, Jesse Shepherd, David Skau (Jillian), Daniel Skau (Jennah); and three great-granddaughters.
He is survived by two brothers, Ron Shepherd (Monica) of Illinois, Don Shepherd (Dianne) of Tennessee; and sister Bonnie March of Illinois. Carl was preceded in death by sisters, Carol Peacock and Patty Ballard both of Illinois.
A private interment will be held at Middletown Veterans Memorial Cemetery at a future date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to www.donate.overseaers.org or mailed to Community Baptist Church, 950 Gold Star Highway, Groton, CT 06340 and made payable to: OverSEAers (a military ministry).
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Ashley E Roberts
June 11, 2020
He was so kind and loved by many. I really wish I had gotten to spend more time with him but the times I did get to spend with him I will forever cherish . He was one of my granny Patty's brothers.
Bob Clapp
June 9, 2020
Carl, Luann, and family:
Sorry to hear of the loss to your family. It seems Mr. Sheperd lived a full and satisfying life and served his country as well. My thoughts and condolences.
Amanda Brink
June 8, 2020
Dear Carol and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss to your family. I am keeping you in my prayers. Carol sending lots of hugs. So many fond memories of our Awana days. Mandy
Tim Hawks
June 6, 2020
Im so sorry for your loss. It saddens the Navy Family anytime we hear of the loss of a fellow Shipmate. Fair Winds and Following Seas, Rest your oats Shipmate We Have the watch.
Tim Hawks
USN Ret
USS Fulton AS11 72-77
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Joan Malchiodi
June 6, 2020
Carl and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Mark & Joan Malchiodi
Lea and Robert Schultz
June 5, 2020
My condolences to Carl's family. I served as a corpsman on the USS Fulton during the 1960's. Hope Carl has been able to attend the Fulton Breakfast Bunch held quarterly at Mohegan Sun. Past Capt. Richard Hartman has been great at keeping it going. Robert Schultz in Pomfret, Ct.
Tiffany Fogg
June 4, 2020
What a great person to had in my life. Growing up in the same neighborhood, to the daily waves in your bright red truck. Remembering your beautiful yard as a child onto my adult years. I never forget our conversations. To Carl's family he will always be with you, my heart goes out to you all.
Bob Chester
June 4, 2020
To Carl and Family,
So sad to hear of the passing of your father. My prayers and thoughts to you in this difficult time.
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