Michael T. Shepherd, born in Olathe, KS and a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, he passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at the age of 63. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Cindy LeBlanc Shepherd; and his three children: Kellie Shepherd-Zeringue, wife of Shannon Shepherd-Zeringue, Allison Shepherd, and Jeremy Shepherd. He is also survived by two sisters: Terisa Smith and Amber King; and two brothers: Douglas Shepherd and Wesley Shepherd. He is preceded in death by father, Wayne Shepherd; his mother, Laura Soto; and a brother, Dennis “DJ” Shepherd. Private services were held by his family.