Richard Grady Shepherd Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Richard Grady Shepherd (Gastonia, North Carolina), who passed away on May 22, 2019 at the age of 91. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Grady Shepherd to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Mary Shepherd (Gibson) and Grover P. Shepherd; and his wife Ollie Mae Shepherd (Johnston). He is survived by: his son Andy Shepherd (Sandy); his grandchildren, Karrie Jones, Richard "Jordan" Shepherd (Samantha) and Alexander S. Cummings (Saira Mahzar); his brothers, Everett Shepherd, Eugene Shepherd and Mack Shepherd; and his sister-in-law Flossie "Tug" Atchley. He is also survived by his son, his grandchildren and his great-grandchildren.

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Carothers Funeral Home

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Gaston Memorial Park

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