Clyde Wesley Sheppard Sr

Clyde W. Sheppard, Sr.

2 Timothy 4:7

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.

LIFE REFLECTIONS

Clyde W. Sheppard, Sr., 80, was born in Kannapolis, North Carolina to Isabella Starr Sheppard and Clyde Sheppard. Clyde graduated from John Chavis High School in Cherryville, North Carolina. He later moved to New Jersey then years later to Houston, Texas where he lived until his passing. He retired as a truck driver then became a licensed Security Officer until his passing.

Clyde was the oldest of seven siblings. Clyde was preceded in death by his parents (Isabella and Clyde), both sisters (Carolyn & Juanita) and brother Lester.

Clyde leaves to cherish his memory his wife (Helen Sheppard), 3 Siblings: Rayford Sheppard (Joyce), Charles Sheppard (Mary), Huston Sheppard (Sharon), 11 Children: Carla, Cheryl (Mark), Amalia (Michael), Tamara, Wesley (Roshuna), Cyrano, Bettijuneeca, January, Jeremiah (Anita), Clyde Jr. (Jasmine), Clydesley (Curtis, Sr), 25 grandchildren: Tiara (Ricardo), Shanaia, Anissa, Chemere, Jehon, Sheridan (La’Velle), Leonard, Charlise, Johntae, Javon, Michael, Alaina, Nathan, Nadia, Mahogany, Jade, Adian, Brely, Jailen, Clyde III, Emery, Curtis Jr., Cailie, Caeleb, Caeden, 22 great-grandchildren, 2 very special cousins: James Leon Starr, Rayvon Starr, 3 Aunts: Rozella Wilson, Aquila Williams, Mamie Lipscomb 1 Uncle: Tommie Lipscomb and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who loved him.

Clyde lived his life to the fullest and loved God. 35 years ago Clyde was baptized at Scenic Woods Church of Christ and was very active. Clyde was down on his knees praying every night before retiring for the night. He was an avid sports fan. Clyde loved him some Raiders. Clyde's greatest joy was being around his grandchildren and them calling him "PawPaw" or “Papa Clyde”. Clyde was never too busy making a living that he forgot how to make a life with his loved ones.

"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints"

Psalms 116:15

ORDER OF SERVICE

Processional

The Old Testament...............................Psalms 23

The New Testament................................John 14: 1-3

Words of Comfort...........................................Bro. David Ayres (Bammel Church of Christ)

Solo................................................Arnette King

Expressions.........................................2 Minutes Please

Recessional with solo by Arnette King

LETTERS TO CLYDE

Dear Clyde:

Thank you for walking through life with me for the last 35 years; this November would’ve been 36 years. We shared life & dreams, joys & sorrows, shared responsibilities & decisions. Some people are motivational speakers but you Clyde motivated me by your daily walk; words were not needed. There’s so many positive life lessons you instilled in me. In Genesis 2:18 when God said “It is not good that man should be alone, I will make him an help meet”, you were mine.

Everlasting love,

Helen

Letter From Carla:

Daddy, as your 1st born, I learn all my 1st life history with you! I always looked up to you! We shared a lot of Happy time's, Good times, N Sad time's no Matter what times we Shared n The Out Comes of them All!! I will ALWAYS LOVE YOU Forever!!! Love You! Rest in PARADISE My King!💔💜

Letter From Cheryl:

I am at a loss for words and still can't believe that your gone...

For me, each day that I wake up I realize that both my parents are no longer present. Being absent from the Flesh leaves me 💔.  Clyde (Father), over the years we have grown so close that we built this amazing father & daughter bond. It was like Heaven during our video chats,  just being silly and talking "Smack" to each other. I most of all want to say Thank You for always willing to come together on all of our video calls.  Especially when I'm going though my health issues and you had the church lady to call/pray for me while I was in the hospital I fussed with you because it seemed as though she talked forever. I told you I put the phone down, At the same time, you were laughing at me... What I will miss the most is your laughter. You saying my name and holding the erylllllll in it. (Clyde's lines) "come on baby now" or "Cheryl you sure curse a lot girl" with the "giggle" behind it."Cheryl it took you long enough" time - "quit playing Cheryl" "Cheryl you know you crazy Girl" "still waiting for that call back" or "I'm still holding on laughing"... 

The special way we would say I love you we chose (GREENBEAN).  I'll miss that.

I thank God for your nurse Jason for allowing me to speak to you, during your last days.  Although you couldn't speak or respond you were able to still hear me say (GREENBEAN) to you one last time. Jason said "he's trying to open his eyes." I knew it was a reflex, but to me it was a sign from God letting me know you heard me... I  was pleased to hear Jason say those words over the phone.

Now and always you will forever be my Phenomenal Man. Rest Easy Father!!!

Hello Father :),

The first man I’ve ever loved and never stopped loving. Thank you for all the lessons, laughs, talks, advice, and love you’ve given me over the years. Most of all, thank you for always being here for me and the kids. There was never a time you didn’t show up when I needed you. There was never a time you didn’t answer when I called. You were an amazing father and grandfather, and I am going to miss you so much. I’m beyond grateful for the times we were able to spend together. There will never be another you. You lived a great life and now it’s time to get your rest. I love you, the kids love you, and we will miss you dearly. Goodbye Father.

Your Daughter,

Clydesley Starr Sheppard

PALLBEARERS

Roland Jones

Wesley Coleman

Harold Edwards

Kerry Smith

Clyde Sheppard, Jr.

Roderick Jackson

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The family of Clyde Sheppard, Sr. would like to express their sincere appreciation for your prayers, support and expressions of love.

May God bless each and every one of you.

-------The Family