James Donald Shepherd Obituary

In loving memory of James Donald Shepherd of Bassett, Virginia, born in Martinsville, Virginia, who departed this world on July 5, 2024 at the age of 77. James Donald leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As James Donald departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though James Donald may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy James Donald leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Henderson Shepherd and Violet Richardson Shepherd; and his brother Kenny Shepherd. He is survived by: his brother Kevin Shepherd (Tracy); and his nephew Andrew Shepherd (Rebecca).

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to a charity of your choice.