Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Brian Louis Shephard

December 30, 1966 - May 25, 2016

Brian Louis Shephard passed away May 25th 2016 in his home, after a battle with cancer; he was surrounded by his loved ones. Brian was born in Riverside, California on December 30th, 1966; to proud parents Michael and Diane Shephard. Brian resided in Riverside where he attended Liberty and Harrison Elementary schools, Gage Middle School and Arlington High School. As a child, he enjoyed family trips to the river where he loved to knee board. He participated in little league and played basketball with his brother, Kevin. As a youth, he participated in 4-H programs. Brian was knowledgeable in animal husbandry, agriculture and enjoyed gardening in the summers. Brian worked many years in construction, alongside his father and brother. He adored his children Chelsea, Dylan and Olyvia, they were his joy. For the past ten years Brian resided in Yucaipa, California with his family. Prior to his death he was focused on his relationship with the Lord. Brian always had a friendly smile, a loving sense of humor and will be dearly missed. Brian Is survived by his children, Chelsea Shephard and Dylan Shephard of Yucaipa, Ca. and Olyvia Shephard of Moreno Valley, Ca. His mother Diane Shephard of Yucaipa, Ca. Father Michael Shephard and Stepmother Sally Shephard of Riverside Ca.; Brother Kevin Shephard his wife, Cherie Shephard and children; Sister Heather Martinell her husband, Nick Martinell and children; Stepsister Debbie Waldron husband Bob Waldron and children. Brian will also be missed by many aunts, uncles, nephew’s, nieces, cousins and friends. Services will be held Tuesday June 7th, 2016 and are as follows: Viewing- 9:00am-11:00am @ Hermosa Gardens Cemetery, 900 Meridian St. Colton Ca. 92324 The last half hour will be reserved for family and friends to express words. The viewing will be followed by a Catholic Mass at 12:00pm at St. Francis X Cabrini Catholic Church, 12687 California St. Yucaipa Ca. 92399 Flowers are greatly appreciated however, for those who prefer in lieu of flowers the family has set up a fundraiser through City of Hope in memory of Brian. http://ourhope.cityofhope.org/brianspageforhope

Diane Shephard
My heart is broken:

Heather Marshe
He sure is!!

Heather Marshe
You will always be in our hearts!

Heather Marshe

Miss you brother!! Love you always... Sis