
Eileen Sheppard
Obituary
Sheppard
Passed peacefully away at Lakeside Homes, Gander on May 8th 2013, Eileen Margaret Shepherd (nee Reid) was born on July 12, 1929. In 1960, she and the love of her life, husband Lorne, moved to Gander, the place that was to become home. Music was Eileen’s lifelong passion, she taught music and played organ at St. Martins Anglican Cathedral for over 40 years. She was also active in the craft industry, attending fairs and craft shows all over the country with her unique clothing creations, Fashion Craft. Predeceased by son Wayne and husband Lorne, she leaves her son Reid (Crystal), Grandsons Doug (Amy), Robert, and Susan (Jamie), Great Grandchildren Ava, Zack and Luke, as well as sisters Fern, Phylliss, Glenda, brother Jim, and special Daughter-in-Law Mary Shepherd. Rested at Stacey's Funeral Home, Gander. Funeral Service took place Friday May 10th from St. Martins Anglican Cathedral, Gander. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Flowers are accepted or donations in Eileen's memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or The Anna Templeton Centre. Arrangements entrusted through Stacey's Funeral Home, Gander. To sign the memorial online guest book please visit www.staceysfuneralhome.ca