Stephen F. Shepard Jr.

much too soon. He will be unimaginably missed, but his family rejoices knowing he is no longer

suffering and in the beautiful presence of our God. He was predeceased by his grandmothers, Tessie Shepard and Jessie Terry. Left behind is his loving wife, Pamela, of 23 years, their beautiful

children, Samantha & John Colm Sweeney, Stephen F. Shepard III and Sophia Shepard. Their precious

grandchildren, Asher, Etta, and Elsie; his parents, Janice & Stephen F. Shepard Sr; his siblings, Pamela

& Jessie Henderson, Brian & Lynn Shepard and Robert & Angela Shepard; mother-in-law, Roberta Taylor; sisters in law and brothers in law, Deborah & Stephen Kazmark and Kimberly & Robert McDaniel’s and several nieces, nephews, cousins and many incredible friendships. Steve went through life touching the lives of many with his servant’s heart, love for others, humble soul and his well-timed humor. He displayed admirable wisdom, and his children will move forward stopping in life’s trials and tribulations to ask themselves, “what would dad have done?”. He was often a man of few words, but when he spoke it was profound. Steve had a way of finding the beauty in everything, not only behind the lens but in all

of life’s circumstances. His passions were inspiring; he had a love for nature, art, music, and cars. He was an avid bowler and fisherman and was a great cook. He loved spending time with his family, including his grandbabies who adored their “dappa”. Steve held many sales positions over the years where he always excelled, including his most recent employment in auto sales. For many years Steve’s passion for cars shined as he worked doing auto detailing and reconditioning on several private car collections. Steve’s exceptional work ethic, skill and dedication led him to work on some of the finest cars in Broome County.

“Steve, you led our children by example, with incredible strength and perseverance until the very end. We will miss you beyond measure, and although our lives will never be the same, you will be in our hearts forever…” The family will receive friends at the Wm. R. Chase & Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango St, Port Dickinson on Thursday, August 11, 2022, from 4-7 pm. A Celebration of Stephen’s life will be held at Calvary’s Love Assembly of God Church, 1315 Reynolds Rd, Johnson City on Friday, August 26, 2022, at 6 pm