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Thomas Sheppard Obituary
A celebration of life for Thomas Richard "Dick" Sheppard, 54, Lawrence will be held on Wednesday, July 23rd at 7:00 pm at the Clinton Lake Overlook, Shelter #1 (just north of the dam). He died July 18, 2014 in Lawrence. From Lawrence, take Clinton Parkway/23rd Street west to the end of the road. Make a right turn followed by the first left turn. Continue approximately one-fourth file to park.
Dick was born on August 7, 1959 in Lawrence, KS the son of William Howard and Coral Jean (Schmittendorf) Sheppard. He grew up in Lawrence and was a graduate of Lawrence High School.
Dick was vice president of Rain-Man Guttering, Inc., which was incorporated by Dick and his brother, John Sheppard, in 1994.
He married Shirley L. Kief on February 14, 1984. She survives of the home.
Other survivors include two sons, Trenton Sheppard, Arizona and Drew Sheppard, of the home; brother, John Sheppard and wife, Linda, Lawrence; three sisters, Connie Hobbs, Florida, Joyce Tallman, Betty Sheppard, both of Lawrence. He was preceded in death by his son, Beau Sheppard, parents and sister, Susan Cramer.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Lawrence Humane Society or Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
Online condolences may be sent to www.warrenmcelwain.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Sheppard
August 3, 2014
Shirley,
I am so so sorry. I just recently heard about your dear husband. My heart breaks for you and the boys. Please know that we are here for you...
I will pray that God gives you strength and sends you peace in the days ahead. Much love,
the Stewart Family,
Tom, Carolyn, Andrew and Hannah
sarah bloxsom
July 27, 2014
Shirley I am so sorry, what a horrible loss. I will pray for you and the boys. Hang on to the promises. xoxoxoxo
July 24, 2014
Shirley, Trenton and Drew, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Please don't hesitate to call if you need anything! May the fond memories be a blessing and comfort at this time. Kim Smith
July 23, 2014
Dear Shirley & family: I'm so sorry I couldn't be at the service tonight. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! Mary Ann Deck
Sheila Santee
July 23, 2014
Shirley and family, No words can express the sadness at a time like this. Just know that you have many friends and loved ones who are thinking of you and praying that Dick may rest in peace.
Kim Gilbert
July 23, 2014
Shirley, boys, Joyce and family, My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kerry Thonen
July 22, 2014
Our condolences to you for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
July 22, 2014
Shirley,
It was with great sadness that we heard of Dick's death. You, Trenton, and Drew are in our thoughts and prayers.
Caroll Steacy
Julia Ingrassia
July 22, 2014
John, Linda and family, I am so deeply sorry to hear of your loss. I too have lost a brother, and a sister, we all grieve differently, but we are so young to lose our siblings, although I am not sure there is ever an age when that would feel natural. My heart and my prayers are with all of you.
Most sincerely
Julia (Gregg) Ingrassia
Rod & Dakota Zinn
July 22, 2014
Shirley, Trenton and Drew, our hearts and prayers go out to you and Dick's family. I know he will be missed in many ways. He will live on through all who loved him. We pray for your peace within.
Debi Waggoner
July 22, 2014
Shirley, so sorry for your loss, may God be you & your family in the days to come.
Pat Argueta
July 22, 2014
Shirley, so saddened to hear of the sudden loss of Dick. You, Trenton, Drew and the rest of the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Larry Caldwell
July 22, 2014
It really hit me hard when I found out about his death I bowled in leagues with him he was a very kind man he also done a lot of Gutter work for me. so I knew him & his brother very well.
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