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Robert Shepard Obituary

Robert E. (Pop-Pop) Shepard

CUYAHOGA FALLS - Robert E. (Pop-Pop) Shepard, 61, passed away June 4, 2004. Mr. Shep ard was born in Richmond, VA, and lived most of his life in Cuyahoga Falls.

He was a 1963 graduate of Cuya hoga Falls High School and had worked in the steel industry before becoming a lab technician at American Analytical Labs, doing environmental testing. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Ak ron.

Preceded in death by his fa ther Earl, mother Dorothy Francis and step-father Eddie Francis, he is survived by his wife, Lillian; children, Marlene (Chris topher) Martin of Cuyahoga Falls, Scott Shepard of Chicago, and Christine Shepard of Chicago; grandson, Jarrett Martin; brothers, Roy of Wyoming and William of Cuyahoga Falls; sisters Karen Koby of Florida, Jan et (Peter) Baumann of Califor nia, and Elizabeth Francis of Cuyahoga Falls; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Friends may call at the Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home, 1930 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm on Tuesday, June 8. A memorial service will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church on Wednesday at 12:30 pm, Pastor A. Taylor McGee and Rev. Thomas Shumate officiating. Burial will take place in Crown Hill Burial Park at 11:00 am on Wednesday. Memorials may be made to Trinity United Meth odist Church, Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital Foundation or the Leukemia Society in his memory. CLIFFORD-SHOEMAKER (330-928-2147)

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Jun. 6, 2004.

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dorothy romesberg

July 1, 2004

dear neighbors,

the sickness and loss of bob is greatly felt and shared by us.

we are here for you all. anytime.

you are in our thoughts.

Merri Martin

June 8, 2004

We will love and miss him forever but cherish the memories.

Beth Fishback

June 7, 2004

So very sorry for your loss. It was a big loss to many who knew Bob. He was loved and cherished by many at AAL. I will sadly miss his presence but will pray for his journey home. I am sure that God will be standing there with open arms and a smile for THIS new angel.

Mike Piglia

June 7, 2004

Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother

The Staff of Clifford-Shoemaker Funeral Home

June 7, 2004

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Farrugia's

June 6, 2004

We are so very sorry to hear about Bob, he was a lovely and kind man. Out prayers are with all of you.

Mike Testa

June 6, 2004

Sorry to hear about your dad. We love you and are praying for you guys.

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1930 Front Street, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

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