Shepperd, Franklin John 'Frank'
Frank Shepperd of Meaford passed away at the Meaford Hospital surrounded by his family on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at the age of 80.
Born in Meaford on November 13, 1942, Frank was one of 8 children born to his late parents Arthur and Violet (nee Lievre) Shepperd.
Frank was the loving husband of Marie (nee Hutchinson) Shepperd of Meaford.
He was a kind and caring father to Robin Shepperd (Kevin Grahlman), Christopher (Charlene) Shepperd, Shawn (Laurie) Shepperd, and Paul Shepperd.
He was an inspirational Poppa to Charly Baxter (Stephen Miernicke), Eric Shepperd, Ethan Shepperd, Hannah Shepperd and Jonathan Shepperd. Frank was predeceased by his grandson Cody Shepperd.
He was a brother to Bruce (Lucille) Shepperd and predeceased by brothers James (Margaret) Shepperd, Donald (Winara) Shepperd, Ronald (Patricia) Shepperd and sisters Aileen (Paul) Mills, Helen (Arthur) Sills and Jean (Kenneth) Prouse.
Frank will always be fondly remembered by many, many nieces and nephews.
Frank was definitely one of a kind! He had a unique personality and a wonderful imagination for storytelling. He was master jokester often throwing people off guard (true or false?), and the only person who got away without having a filter! Frank was a straight shooter, called the shots as he saw them, and commanded respect. Underneath his tough persona however, he was a sensitive, deeply caring man who loved his family. He was a ‘jack of all trades’ and a perfectionist in all that he did.
Our memories of Frank – his laughter; his humour, which he definitely passed down to his children!; his light; his patience; and his tenderness will forever be treasured!
Frank Shepperd was an outstanding human being! He truly made his family proud to be a Shepperd!
A private family service will be conducted at the Ferguson Funeral Home in Meaford.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Cody Shepperd Project would be appreciated and may be made directly through the website – thecodyshepperdproject.com or by cheque through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca
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Thursday, November 24, 2022
Marie and family, Glenn and I were so sorry to hear of Frank’s passing. I thought the write up described him perfectly. He was a great neighbour and he will definitely be missed. I’ll be in touch soon.
For now our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Friday, November 25, 2022
Thank you Bev and Glen. He thought very highly of you folks, as I do. I will miss him for a very long time. I hope you both are well. Take care.
Thursday, November 24, 2022
We would like to say are there for simple things to you and your family at this time
Friday, November 25, 2022
Thank you very much.
Thursday, November 24, 2022
My heart goes out to you Marie I know you will miss him so much. I sending my condolences to your lovely family and hugs to you all. Rob sends his thoughts to everyone as well. If you need anything please feel free to call as I am here for you
Friday, November 25, 2022
Thank you, Nancy. Take care of yourself. Life is too short.
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Marie and families so sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers are with you all ( BIG HUGS) to all
Friday, November 25, 2022
Thank you Isabell.
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Saturday, November 26, 2022
Thank you, Isabell.
Thursday, November 24, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. Our condolences to his entire family and to all of his friends.
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Thank you, Evelyn.
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Shawn, Laurie and family. We are sadden by your loss. Please accept our condolences and our prayers
The Closs Family
Thursday, November 24, 2022
We were so sorry to hear of Frank’s passing, Marie. Our thoughts & prayers go out to you & your family. My memories go back a lot of years ago when Frank would sit in the back booth in “Peters” restaurant while you worked Marie, many fun time’s we had back then. Although a lot of years have passed, Frank remained the same sweet, kind, funny person that loved & honored his family. He will be missed but not forgotten, hugs to you all!!
Friday, November 25, 2022
Thank you Betty and Ron. I will always remember the fun times we had Peter’s restaurant. Frank and I were talking about the fun we had back in the day at Peter,s. We had great times. You folks take care.
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Thank you, Ron and Betty. Peter’s Restaurant was a favorite spot for all of us, including Our girl, Connie. Those are great memories. You folks take care. Marie
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Blessings, love and prayers sent to all of those loved ones. The beauty is that the love never leaves.
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Thank you, folks.
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Marie and family
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
remembering working with Frank at Globe Mills many years ago.
A beautiful tribute to a wonderful and caring man. He will be missed by many
Bob & Leone Allan
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Thank you Bob and Leone. He was the best. Marie
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Marie and family my deepest condolences. Fred and Frank has some really good times. They’ll be together now having many more.
You’ll be in my thoughts and prayers.
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Fran. I am sure they are up to something, up there. Thank you for the kind words. I hope all is well with you. Take care.
Thursday, November 24, 2022
Sending hugs to the entire family keeping you in our thoughts
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Thank you, Darlene
Friday, November 25, 2022
Condolences to you and your family ,Marie.
Carol and Dal Gouett
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Thank you, Fran. I’m sure they will be up to something. Marie.
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Thank you Carol. He is definitely missed. It will take time to get used to the loss. You take care. Marie.
Friday, November 25, 2022
Marie and family Ron and I will keep you all in though and prayers today tomorrow always
We enjoyed our chats laughter and time with Frank and family
We miss you Frank until we see you again
Love you long time God bless ❤️ hug pray Cherie Ron Murray
Friday, November 25, 2022
Marie and family. So sorry to learn of Frank’s passing. Our condolences to you all, Jim and Coreen Clarke
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Thank you, Jim and Coreen.
Friday, November 25, 2022
Having known Frank and Marie and their children for nearly 50 years, I can certainly affirm that Frank was a really great guy who will be missed a great deal. Fond condolences to Marie, Robin, Chris, Shawn and Paul and all their family.
Friday, November 25, 2022
Marie and family,
Anne Hunter has asked me to send her condolences to you and your family in the passing of Frank. She said Barry always spoke well of Frank during his years at West Mills. Thinking of you at this time.
Anne Hunter/Muriel Armitage
Friday, November 25, 2022
Our condolences to the Sheppard family . FRANK WAS ONE OF MY BOSSES AT Globe Mills. He was a great Boss. RIP FRANK.
Friday, November 25, 2022
My deepest condolences Marie to you and your family in this sad loss.
Marg Lowe
Friday, November 25, 2022
Our deepest condolences Marie and the whole family. May your precious memories help you through this difficult time. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathy and Bruce
Friday, November 25, 2022
Marie and family sorry for the loss of Frank
Friday, November 25, 2022
Marie and family, sending my deepest condolences and wishes
Friday, November 25, 2022
Marie ~
Sincere sympathy to you and your lovely family.
Thinking of you all
Deb and Jim Chapman
Friday, November 25, 2022
Thinking of all of you sending our deepest sympathies and hugs.
Friday, November 25, 2022
It is sad to hear of this news and we offer our deepest condolences Marie, and to all of the family. Reading the above, it describes him perfectly and I certainly recall those childhood memories where just one look over made me stand up straight and behave my best. We were lucky to have him as a neighbour, and perhaps he’ll have a chance to see Duffy once again.
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Frank certainly made an impression on anyone he met. One of the good guys.Thinking of you Marie and Family.
Friday, November 25, 2022
Marie, so sorry to hear of your loss. Many years ago I babysat for you and Frank, then worked at Globe Mills on the night shift it’s you both. Even though all these years have passed I still have many fond memories of these times together. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Friday, November 25, 2022
Our deepest sympathy Marie and family.
Friday, November 25, 2022
My sincere condolences to you Marie and your extended families, Frank was one the the best guys I ever had the pleasure in knowing. Worked around him at Globe Mills and was his neighbor for a number of years, and then had the pleasure of working along with him for a few years at Blue Mountain. I considered him a dear friend. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Friday, November 25, 2022
Marie, Robin, Chris, Shawn, Paul and families,
I am so sorry to hear about Frank. Your tribute to him was lovely. We had the pleasure of being your neighbours on Edwin Street for 15 years and Frank helped Bill with many jobs over those years. You could
ask him a question and he would give you the eye and then slowly the twinkle would come, he was a master jokester, with a heart of gold.
I am thinking of you with my heart … and remembering you in my prayers.
Friday, November 25, 2022
Marie, thoughts & prayers! Bob & I are in your thoughts.
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Thank you everyone for your kindness and heartfelt condolences. Marie and family.
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Marie and family sending hugs and love as you say goodbye to Frank a teddy bear of a guy. Fond memories of those dances back in the day were Frank didn’t need music to dance. So many good memories for you to share. ❤️
Saturday, November 26, 2022
Marie Robin and family I am so sorry for your loss. Frank was a wonderful person. We would chat on my many walks with the dog. He did painting for us many years ago. Thinking of your families. He will be missed by many.
Sunday, November 27, 2022
Marie and family.
We were so sorry to hear of Frank’s passing he was a good man. Thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family.
Bob & Gail
Sunday, November 27, 2022
Marie and family I am thinking of all of you and I just want to say I’m thankful for the memories I have when I was at your home years ago and the kindness I always felt.
Sunday, November 27, 2022
Maria I’m so sorry to hear of Frank’s passing.
It will be a sad, hard time for you and for your children.
Time will heal the pain but you will always have him with you in your heart
My heartfelt condolences, thoughts and prayers are with at this difficult time
Monday, November 28, 2022
My condolences to Marie and family. I worked with Frank.
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Paul, Marie, Robin, Chris, Shawn and Family’s I am so terribly sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts
Thursday, December 1, 2022
Dear Marie, Robyn and family,
It saddens me to see that Frank has past away. I had the pleasure of working with him at Blue Mountain and he was always hardworking and dedicated .He was so helpful if anyone ever had a question or a problem that needed fixing. Frank was a first class guy. It’s a sad day and a huge loss. We are thinking of you and your family
Thursday, December 1, 2022
So sorry to hear of Franks passing. Remember him well from the Globe Mills days. He was such a nice man …. always a smile on his face. My deepest sympathies.
Friday, December 2, 2022
Dear Marie and Family
I am so sorry to hear about Frank’s passing. You two always made such an adorable couple. I lived with you and Frank twice and have very fond memories of fun times together. May the memories you and Frank made bring you comfort at this time. R.I.P. Frank.