Merle Edward Sheppard, 55, passed into eternal rest Jan. 4, 2012, in his home in Burlington. He was born Jan. 5, 1956, in Pueblo, Colo., to Donald Edward and Mary Louise Sheppard.
He was a wise, kind-hearted and generous family man. Part philosopher, teacher, and comic, he had a flair for the dramatic and could tell a great story. He was a calm, gentle source of support and could always make you laugh. He was also a great cook. He enjoyed music, fishing, camping, travel, football, riding his motorcycle, and being with family and friends.
Survivors include his mother, Mary Louise (Sheppard) Tennessen; his son, Lake; daughters, Kelly and Karen; 10 grandchildren; five brothers and sisters; nieces and nephews. A memorial service was Jan. 8, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Burlington. Schuette-Daniels Funeral Home, Burlington, assisted the family.
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