Brian Allen Shepler

Brian Allen Shepler passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 10, 2016. He was 44 years old. Beloved partner and fiancé of Michael DeMarco. Loving son of Jeanne Larson Heffron and the late Scott Allen Shepler. Brother of Eric Shepler (Michelle). Grandson of the late Verne and Edith Wilcott, Richard P. Larson, Marietta B. Wall, and Scott A. Shepler. Son-in-law of Cindy Bluhm and Kenny DeMarco. Brother-in-law of Kenny DeMarco, Jr. (Katey) and Vinnie DeMarco (Kellie Weisler). Uncle of Courtney Shepler, Madison Shepler, Kamryn DeMarco, Kailyn DeMarco, and Alexander Shepler. Nephew of John Disano and Dan Shepler (Sarah). Also survived by many loving cousins, friends, and coworkers. Brian was a native on La Mesa, California, and for the past 3 1/2 years has called New Orleans his home. As a tenured paramedic, he devoted his live to serving and caring for the critical medical needs of others, courageously placing their well-being far above his own. He was a talented amateur brewer of craft beer, and also loved the Mardi Gras season and all of the celebrations that go along with it. Brian enjoyed the outdoors, and graciously adopted three rescue dogs: Tater, Fern, and Stewie, and a cat, Fiona. He was also an avid Seahawks (and Saints) fan. His selfless contributions to society will certainly be missed by all. Relatives and friends of the family, as well as his fellow first responders, are invited to attend the Funeral Ceremony from LEITZ-EAGAN Metairie, 4747 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, on Tuesday morning, February 16, 2016 at 11:00. Visitation will begin at 9:00. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Brian's name to the National EMS Memorial Service and the Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter. An online guestbook is available at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com.