Donald Shepard
July 30, 1929 ~ May 28, 2010
Donald E. Shepard, age 80 of Nashua, Iowa died Friday May 28, 2010, at Floyd County Memorial Hospital in Charles City.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 3, 2010, at the United Methodist Church, Nashua with Pastor Okitakoyi Lundula officiating.
Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery with Eric Shepard, Jeffery Brymer, John Kruse, Joel Shepard, Russell Brymer, Dave Theis, and Andrew Brymer serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Howard Broderson, Tom Dann, George Cowell, Ronald Sprague, Charles Swinton, Max Ullom, and Wendell Woodworth. Full military honors will be conducted by the Nashua VFW Post #6792.
Friends may call 4:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday June 2, 2010 at the Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home in Nashua. Visitation will continue an hour prior to the service Thursday at the church.
Donald Eugene Shepard was born July 30, 1929 in Janesville, Iowa, the son of George and Reta (Padget) Shepard. He attended Nashua High school, graduating in 1947. In February of 1951, he entered the United States Army, serving during the Korean War with the 94th Engineers Batallion. He was honorably discharged on January of 1953.
On May 29, 1951, Don was united in marriage to Nelda Tolle in Forest Park, Georgia. To this union, three children were born. Donald worked most of his life in Nashua, owning and operating a service station for 26 years, working part time at Chenoweth Funeral Home, and volunteering on the ambulance service. He worked at Hydro Electric Plant in Nashua for a short time, and also delivered motor homes for Winnebago in his later years. The couple also lived in Las Vegas, NV, for two years.
Donald was a member of the Civic League, Lions Club, VFW, American Legion, and the Nashua Volunteer Fire Department. His hobbies included traveling and wood working. Don was a people person, and thoroughly enjoyed his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Nelda; two sons, James (Cathy) Shepard of Henderson, NV, Larry Shepard of New Hampton, IA; one daughter, Debra (Russell) Brymer of Nashua, IA; six grandchildren; one step-grandson; and 12 great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Claud Shepard and Dale Shepard; one sister, Venette Broderson; and one grandson, James Brymer.
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Nelda and Family, So sorry to read of Don’s death. I will always remember Don as an energetic, nice guy with a big smile who went out of his way to help anyone who needed a pull out of a ditch as I did once, or at his gas station. Nelda, you have a special place in our hearts as you often played the organ for my Dad, Roger H. Peterson to sing at the many funerals you both did together. Know that you are in our hearts and prayers. God Bless. Roger and Eileen Peterson
Nelda and Family- So sorry to hear of your loss. Don was a very kind and caring man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Ken and Tammy
I wish to extend my condolences to the family of this kind and gentle man. I am sure that your hearts are heavy at this time and knowing that your friends are close at hand is a great blessing. My prayers are with you. Ann
Shep best ever uncle to Lloyd. You meant the world to us. I’ll always remember you jokes, winks and smiles. Rest in peace for the lord took the pain away and now you are back in his arms again.
Nelda and family, I was so sorry to hear of Shep’s passing. He, and you, were always so kind and caring; he will be greatly missed. Know you all are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Nelda and family, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Don was such a special part of our lives and we will forever hold him in our hearts and memories. Love to all of you Joel, Cindie, Lindsay & Nick Shepard
Nelda and family, Very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I enjoyed the years I worked with him and George. He was a good guy. Hope you’re doing OK. Glad to see you have a daughter nearby. Dave & Sheila
DEar Nelda Denny emailed me and I want to extend my deeepest Sympathy to you and the kids. Is there a special contribution I can make. Much love and prayers, Pat Morse
Nelda and family, Don was as you know an old friend to Dale especially. They had many fun times together thru grade school on up. Our prayers are sent your way to you and the kids. We have many wonderful memories which we will keep forever.
Jim, Eric, and Family, Our hearts go out to you. Though seemingly gone, Donald will live on through you and your children. I’m sure that his memories will live on also through his friends. Let the good times see you through this sad time. One thing We can tell you is that; time does heal the sad heart. Use this time to visit with friends and family, Donald brought you all together. A special salute to Don for his service to the nation. Be careful on your trip and we will see you when you return home. Sincerely John & Marilyn Warren
Deepest Sympathy to the family. Don was a very caring person always about other people, His kind heart and love of life will be sadly missed. God Bless! Diane
Although we moved to Texas in the mid 80’s, I did spend over 50 years on the farm east of Nashua. I remember Don as an upbeat people person who usually had a smile for everyone. Our condolences to family and friends. The Ralph Feuchtwanger Family
My mom and I were talking about you over the phone 3 days ago, Uncle Don. Rest in peace. I’ll never forget coming to Nashua as a kid and visiting great grandma and your service station. My prayers are with you, Aunt Nelda. Diane Gahan Petersen
Our prayers are with all of you.
Jim: Again I am sorry to hear about your father. I often think of when I first met him many years ago at the Inn Zone and how much I enjoyed talking to him. Arthur
broke my heart to hear that Don passed away. I will forever remember him always giving me a hard time or a new blonde joke he had for me. He was unique..one of a kind and he will be missed dearly!! To Nelda and family..your in my thoughts and prayers.. god bless!!
We love you Dad and going to miss you. All our love. Jim, Cathy, Eric, Brittany and family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Marlene
Dear Nelda and ALL, So sorry for your loss. Shep was always so friendly and seemed so happy. Our family always thought a lot of your family. Nelda, I look forward to seeing you in Nashua this August when I am there. My thoughts and prayers are with you. My brother Lin said he was sending flowrs for us so hope you got them. Love, Peggy Drake
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Nelda, you are in my prayers along with your children. Don was a tough old bird and I will always remember his great attitude. Pastor Marion
Nelda & family, sorry to hear about Don. He was a great guy! Terri Johnston