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Philip Shepard Obituary

Philip M. Shepard Passed away peacefully February 26, 2014 surrounded by those he loved. A school teacher and administrator of 47 years who was held dear in the heart's of his students. Phil worked more recently as a systems change advocate for the Marin Center for Independent Living effecting positive change for those with disabilities across the county. He recently achieved his life-long dream of becoming a published author with his novel Mt. Tam. Phil is survived by his sister Betty, her husband Jerry, his son Chris, daughter Kathleen, Chris' wife Lauren, their children Colton, Mckenna, Adriana and Alex, his four step children Billy, Mary, Sean and Dan and the love of his life Sharon. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, March 4, 2014 11:00 AM with an hour visitation prior at St. Isabella's Church, 1 Trinity Way, San Rafael, CA. For condolences and Mr. Shepard's Biography, please visit AdobeCreekFuneralHome.com 415-883-8070

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Published by Marin Independent Journal on Mar. 2, 2014.

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Jane Bailey

June 23, 2014

Phil, you have been a great friend and are missed much. My prayers are with you and your loved ones.

May 12, 2014

Our office of Mark Drucker DPM just learned of this loss..... Sharon we are so very sorry. Phil was such a delight each time he brought you in or came in for himself...... you are in our thoughts and prayer....... Judy, Donna and Mark....

March 16, 2014

God Bless.Forever.
Anthony Luu.

March 16, 2014

God bless you Phil, Forever.
Anthony Luu.

Karen Hawkey

March 4, 2014

Thinking of you Sharon at this difficult time and I am so sorry you have lost someone so precious to your heart. God bless you and your entire family as he will be with you providing the strength and courage needed to travel this journey. Dave and I also join you in prayers to celebrate Phil's passing to be with God in everlasting peace and happiness, understanding our time on earth is only temporary. I love you Sharon and I regret I will not be physically present at the services but will be there whole heartily in spirit.
In sincere sympathy,
Karen and David Hawkey

Steven J Rivera

March 3, 2014

God Bless His Soul, God Bless And Protect His Family.

Adobe Creek Funeral Home

March 1, 2014

Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this time.

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