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JOHN SHEPP Obituary
John Edsel Shepp, born on October 18th, 1957 passed away on Thursday, April 18th, 2019 at his home in Fortuna, California. John Edsel Shepp was named in memory of John Edsel Ford. John's mother told the story of her being rushed to the hospital in labor with thoughts of John being born on the side of the John Edsel Freeway. And so it was John Edsel.
John was always a little shy. He stood back and let others have the attention. He graduated from Agoura High School in 1976. He enjoyed motorcycle riding and surfing. He was a master carpenter and gardener. John had a great sense of humor that was often followed by a devious chuckle. John will be remembered by family and friends for his gentle spirit, kindness, and generosity, but most of all for the love of his family.
John is preceded in death by his father Richard Shepp, his mother Aileen Shepp and his cousins Bobby, Danny and Dennis Shepp; and his sister-in-law, Mary Shepp.
John is survived by his loving wife Belkis and their three sons Hanser, John Jr., and Sammy; his daughter Amber Shepp; his step-children Roberta and Brian; his brothers Richard, Joe, Ed, David, Patrick; and his sisters Carol and Paula and their spouses.
John's death was sudden and unexpected. He will truly be missed by so many of us. A memorial celebrating John Shepp's life will be held at Rohner Park in Fortuna on Saturday, May 4th at 11 am.
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Tammy (Shepp) Goff
April 30, 2019
To John's wife Belkins, and family. I am so sad to hear of Johns passing.
I have many many memories of John. I am so greafull to have known him and his family. I will miss you. R I P John Edsel ......
Tammy
TERESA SHEPP Naples, FL
April 29, 2019
May cherished memories cradle beloved wife Belkis and John's dearest family during this time of emotional endurance. Reuniting with John's Mom & Dad, Uncle Bob, Bobby, Danny and Dennis has been promised to have been a joyous occasion. Prayerfully, thoughts of that sweet sight might enlighten heavy hearts that mourn. May comfort & peace lovingly shroud your family now & always.
Carol Shepp Johnson
April 27, 2019
It was at this same place last week that I had to stop for a traffic light when I got the call from Mary that you were gone. Not a day or an hour has passed that I haven't thought of you. It's been a week filled with tears, calls, text messages and sadness over your passing. I know they say you're in a better place but I can't help but think a better place would be here with your family. You were taken from us far too soon. We were unprepared, it was so sudden and unexpected. We haven't been able to understand how or why, but you're gone and we can't change that. Acceptance will take time. Some unpleasantries from our childhood have resurfaced with your passing. There are a lot of things I wish had been different, but your smile, your sense of humor, and your loving spirit will long be remembered. Each of us hold dear our memories of what we loved most in you. You're gone little brother but you'll remain in our thoughts and hearts forever. If there is that hereafter we all hope for I know you're in the loving arms of your Mother, Father, Mary, and your cousins that went before you. Rest in loving peace John.
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