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Ruby Shepherd Obituary
Ruby Frances McIntyre Shepherd, wife of Boyce Shepherd, was born August 4, 1923 and died August 30, 2021 at her home.
She is survived by her son, Ed Shepherd (Frances); daughters, Betty Thompson, (the late Bill Thompson) and Celia Stallings (Jerry) and deceased daughter, Aileen Ledanski (Nick), 6 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
The family would like to thank the caregivers, Penny Parker, Sherry Harris, Anna Windsor and Jan Brown for the wonderful care they provided to Mrs. Shepherd during her illness.
The family will receive friends Friday, September 3, 2021, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Brick Reformed Church. A graveside service will be held in the church cemetery immediately following the visitation. Officiating will be the Rev. Geoff LaLone.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Brick Reformed Church Memorial Fund, 3699 Brick Church Rd., Burlington, NC 27215.
The family requests that everyone in attendance wear a mask.
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Elvin and Kay Clapp
September 3, 2021
A very fine lady indeed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Debbie Shackelford
September 3, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Ruby was a wonderful lady!
My prayers are with each and every one of you!
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