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Lucian Sheppard Obituary

Lucian Sheppard LEXINGTON - Lucian Sheppard, 90, of Lexington, South Carolina, passed away October 12, 2015, in Palmetto Health Baptist Columbia, South Carolina. He was born October 15, 1924, in Ivain, Louisiana, to the late Richard Lee and Anna Marie Mitchell Sheppard. Lucian is survived by his son, Cecil Sheppard of Ridgeway; his daughters, Diana Padgett and Margie Dennis (Mike) of Lexington; brother, Bill Sheppard of Texas, six grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Portia Trapp Sheppard; and a son, Richard Lee Sheppard. A private graveside service is planned. Memorials may be made to the West Columbia First Church of the Nazarene, 350 Wattling Road, West Columbia, SC 29170. Family and friends may sign the online guest book at www.thompsonsfuneral.com.

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Published by The State on Oct. 14, 2015.

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Barbara Watlington

October 14, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Heaven is having quite a reunion, Mom & Dad, Lucian & Portia all together again. All renewed and in the presence of our Lord, how grand it must be! They will always be in our hearts, God Bless

October 14, 2015

"We love ya Darlin" You'll be missed Shep.

October 14, 2015

Sorry for your loss, Kathy Leaphart

The Staff of Thompson Funeral Home

October 14, 2015

Offering our deepest sympathies at this time.

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