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Joseph D. Sheppard Jr.

1952 - 2019

BORN

1952

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2019

Joseph Sheppard Obituary

Joseph D. Sheppard, Jr., of Valdosta, GA went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior March 21, 2019. Joseph (Joey) was born in Savannah, GA, in 1952 to Joseph D. Sheppard and Elizabeth Holloway Sheppard. He graduated from Savannah High School and Valdosta State College where he was a member of the Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity. He spent most of his career teaching and coaching at Lanier County High School and Valdosta High School. He was an avid hunter and had a passion for writing. He is survived by a daughter, Jenny (Nash) Mayfield, a son, Joseph "Davis" Sheppard III, four granddaughters and two grandsons, and his faithful dog Hunter.

A memorial service will be held at a later date in Savannah, GA.

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Published by Savannah Morning News on Mar. 31, 2019.

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Rafe Semmes

April 2, 2019

To the family of Joey Sheppard,

We were classmates at Savannah High School, and fellow members of the Drama Club. Joey will always be remembered for his sunny disposition, his sense of humor, and his willingness to do whatever was needed to make a production successful. He had lots of friends, and I am not surprised that he spent his career teaching and coaching in Valdosta, doing what he loved. A life well lived. I am glad I had the chance to know him.

April 1, 2019

Please accept our sincere condolences to the family and friends. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time. (John 17:3).

March 31, 2019

TO THE FAMILY;

Sorry to read of your family's great loss,may GOD'S loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad time. PSALM 29:11.

C.J.~Illinois

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