Britlyn Sheppard Weinstock

BRITLYN SHEPPARD WEINSTOCK,: Very few people start life with as many challenges as Britlyn did 21 years ago and even fewer are able to overcome so much adversity. After an extended hospitalization, Britlyn passed away on Nov. 30th. She is survived by her parents, Harry and Cindy Sheppard Weinstock; sister Leah; grandmother Regina Weinstock of Newport News; aunts Barbara Weinstock (Donna delSordo) of Richmond and Phyllis Weinstock of Newport News; and uncle Johnny Sheppard of Mechanicsville; as well as many cousins, teachers and friends. Preceding Britlyn in death were her maternal grandparents Johnny and Joan Sheppard of Hartfield and Mechanicsville and paternal grandfather Bernard Weinstock of Newport News. Britlyn has been an inspiration to everyone who knew her. Her hugs are legendary and her smile brightened every room. A funeral service will be held Monday, Dec. 4th at 11:00 am at Beth Ahabah Temple at 1111 W. Franklin Str., Richmond 23220. A private burial will be later that day in Hampton. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Shriner’s Hospital for Children (attn.: T. Diamond), 3551 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140.