Mikeum Stevenson “Bill” Shepard, 81, of Adams, passed from this life on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at his home.
Bill was born September 5, 1942, in Stroudsville, to the late Samuel Franklin “S.F.” and Ruby Elizabeth Watts Shepard.
He was a lifelong farmer and was of the Baptist faith. Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing, and his favorite pastime was sitting on his front porch. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by several siblings.
Bill is survived by his wife of 56 years, Christine Clinard Shepard, of Adams, by his son: Frank Stevenson “Steve” Shepard and wife Cathy of Adams, by his daughter: Kendra Lynn Shepard Shelton and husband Bayard of Cedar Hill, by his brother: Robert P. “Tippy” Shepard and wife Linda of Stroudsville, by his sister: Dimple Warren and husband Mike of Cottontown, by his grandchildren: Eli and Isaac Shelton of Cedar Hill, by his bonus grandchildren: Kathrine (Landon) Wehrung, Andrew (Kelly) Francis, by his bonus great grandchildren: Greyson, Layla, Violet, and Olivia Wehrung, Brett (Journey) Francis, Britney (Chris) Francis, Tyler Francis, and Levi Francis, and by his bonus great-great grandchild: Riley Francis.
Graveside services will be conducted Thursday, May 2nd at 2:00 p.m. in the Bellwood Cemetery in Adams with Tim Harris officiating. Pallbearers will be Steve Shepard, Isaac Shelton, Eli Shelton, Bayard Shelton, Delvin Hester, and Sammy Bryant. There will be no visitation prior to the graveside service.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Adams Fisherman’s Club and may be sent c/o the Robertson County Funeral Home.
Robertson County Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. https://www.robertsoncountyfuneralhome.com
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