Mr. William Thomas "Willie" Shepherd
Mr. William Thomas "Willie" Shepherd
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Willie was self-employed and a member of the Victory Christian Fellowship. He enjoyed eating good food, watching television, going to the lake and was known to be a thrill seeker. He most cherished time with his children and grandchildren.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by grandparents, Johnny Rice Sr., Evan "Pap" and Lillie Shepherd.
Survivors include his loving wife, Chasidy Shepherd of Somerset; father, Johnny Rice Jr.; children, Kaitlyn Messer and fiancé, Travis Bargo of Somerset and Codey Hutton of Gray; a sister, Marsha Rice and wife, Evelyn, of Barbourville; brothers, Gary Rice and wife, Sue-anne, John Rice and Randy Rice all of Barbourville; grandchildren, Blake Davidson, Landon Messer, Kolby Davidson, Aleigh Hutton, Allayiah Storms and Aspynn Bargo; great grandson, Weston Davidson; among other loved ones and dear friends.
No services are planned.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Knox Funeral Home.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Chasidy Messer Shepherd
January 1, 2026
I love u and u made our family awesome I can't believe ur gone but I'll see u again one day I'll miss u everyday
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John price
December 31, 2025
Love ya cuz always in our hearts we see u again
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