Joyce Shepherd

Joyce Cowan Shepherd

1929 ~ 2015

Our beloved wife, mother, grandma, and sister has returned to her Heavenly Father. She passed peacefully from her wonderful life November 29, 2015. Born June 15, 1929 to Joseph W. and Olive Brown Cowan. She married Willis S. Shepherd on May 21, 1948. Together they raised 5 children who are her everything, Ronald J. (Carol), Robert W. (Terri), Janet, K.C. (DeeAnn), and Diane (Jim) Makowski; 13 grandkids and 2 great grandbabies. Near or far, her grandkids were the highlight of her life. We have learned from her laughter, humor, honesty and integrity is all you have in your lifetime. She is preceded in death by parents; brothers, Bill and Reese; and sister, Bonnie. She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years; her children; and “perfect grandkids, David, Craig, Max, Nic, Kole, Braden (Keara), Ryan, Cameron, Karli, Kyle, Scotty, Hayden, and Lexi; great grandbabies, Kade and Mason; and sister, Marge C. Peterson.

The family wishes to thank the Hunter Hollow nurses and staff who cared for our sweet dear mom. Mom, you will be missed every day!

At Joyce’s request a private graveside service will be held at Valley View Memorial Park. Online condolences: www.peelfuneralhome.com