Shepherd (Shep) Alexander Leach went home to be his Heavenly Father on July 11, 2020. Shep is predeceased by his father, the Judge Stuart Leach, his grand-parents William B. Shepherd and Catherine N. Shepherd, his grand-parents Howard S. Leach, and Fan A. Leach, his uncle James S. Christie, and his cousin William (Bill) Christie.
Shep is lovingly remembered by: his mother Cile S. Leach, his sister Nancy L. Dunning (Michael), his niece Brittnie L. Colvard Dunning, his aunt Nancy Christie, his cousin Cathy Dellinger (Craig), his cousin James S. Christie, Jr. (Donna), cousins and friends.
Shep was born in Birmingham, Alabama on September 17, 1966. He attended Cahaba Heights, Briarwood Christian and John Carol High School. He also attended Jefferson State Community College and Ashford University. Shep held the following positions with Stars Over Alabama starting with Secretary, Event Coordinator and was President for the non-profit organization from 1996-2010.
Shep was devoted to his family and friends. He was extremely talented and creative. In his spare time, Shep enjoyed creating jewelry for his business, Designs by Alexander.
Due to the pandemic, a memorial service will not be held at this time.
Memorial donations may be made to The American Cancer Society 1104 Ireland Way, Birmingham, AL 35205. Condolences for the family may be offered online at www.ridoutsvalleychapel.com.
John 11:25 “Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die;”
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