Benny Paul Sheppard age 56 of Hillsboro died Saturday, October 14, 2006 at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. He was born November 28, 1949 in Mineral, Ohio the son of the late William and Emma Phillips Sheppard. Mr. Sheppard had been an owner-operator truck driver. He was a U. S. Army Veteran serving in Vietnam. He is a member of the VFW Post 2402 in Xenia, F&AM Lodge #49 in Xenia and was a Life Member of the AmVets Post 61. He is survived by his wife Denise Harlow Sheppard, one son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Jeannie Sheppard of Shelbyville, Indiana, one daughter and son-in-law, Darla and Mark Benson of Shelbyville, Indiana, four grandchildren, Emma Sheppard, Molly Benson, Eli Sheppard and Alyssa Benson, three sisters, Mary Forsythe of Florida, Dottie Smith of Florida, Freda Rieser of Dublin, Ohio, three brothers, Robert Sheppard of Mineral, Ohio, Harry Sheppard of Canal Winchester, Ohio, and Chuck Sheppard of Columbus, Ohio, several nieces, nephews and friends including a special friend, Brenda Shepard of Hillsboro. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, James and George Sheppard. Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday at the Turner & Son Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Military honors presented by the Highland County Honor Guard will follow at the Turner & Son Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Friends may call on Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Turner & Son Funeral Home in Hillsboro.
Im sorry about your loss in the family and I wish you the best.
2813 S. Rosewood Dr. Shelbyville, In. 46176
Denise Roger and Jeannie Darla and Mark: We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We know no words can help right now, just know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Pam and Tom
11948 Petersburg Road Hillsboro, Ohio 45133
A man who has always gave the shirt off his back and helped us in numerous ways. He will be missed greatly. We give sympathy to the family left behind. Camping will not be the same.
Love , Smoke and Erin
Denise and family you are in my prayers and thoughts
4042 N. Morristown Road Shelbyville, IN 46176
Denise and Family, We are so sorry for your loss!!! Please know that we are here for you in any way, and are praying that you find great comfort in the presence of family and friends.
Love and Prayers, The Jeremy Evans Clan
1815 N. Layman Indianapolis, IN 46218
We're both very sorry to hear of your loss and will be keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
the Chevalier's
5378 Alcorn Ave. N.E. Louisville, Ohio 44641
Dear Denise, We were sorry to hear of Bennys death. From what Jeannie told us, he was so very ill for a long time. It seems as though he fought very hard to hold on. You have all been in our prayers and will continue to be, but if there is anything else we can to for you, Please let us know. Take care. Hopefully, will see you soon. Love Clare and Beth
Denise, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and your family.
God bless,
Your friend and classmate Connie Bradshaw Robinson
1658 Otoole Drive,Xenia,Ohio 45385
Denise and family, thinking of you,I love you,Ina
1830 State Route 725 Lot 89 Spring Valley, Ohio 45370
Denise,
I am so very sorry to hear about Benny. Please give my condolences to Roger and Darla. I was unable to attend the memorial service but my thoughts will be with you and the kids. Take care.
My condolences to the family. Benny was a great man who treated me like a son, and I am a better person for having known him. My thoughts and prayers are you with you at this time. With deepest sympathy, Jason.
421 Canterbury Rd. Va Beach, VA 23452
There is nothing we can say to take away the sadness and grief; know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. It is a great loss for a great family.
With love, Katy & Rich
2816 colonial ave. kettering oh.45419
to the Sheppard family sorry about the loss in your family. our thoughts and prayers go out to you sincerely, oateyrat and theresa shidaker
6249 Dunlap Road PO Box 456 Hillsboro, OH 45133
We were so sorry to hear of Benny's death and very sorry that we weren't able to attend the funeral services. Eddie has a lot of great memories of Benny and will cherish them always. May God give you strength during this difficult time.
Love, Eddie & Georgi
2661 FM 513 South Campbell,TX 75422
Denise,Roger and Jeannie,Darla and Mark We are so sorry for your loss.We will remember you all in our prayers.
Jerry and Jannie Ward and Family