Ivris Gene Shepherd

Ivris Gene Shepherd, age 67, passed away April 26, 2014, at his home in Bakersfield, Calif. He was born April 11, 1947, in Bidville, Ark., to parents Eli and Leola (Barker) Shepherd. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Shepherd; his parents, Eli and Leola Shepherd; and all but one of his 16 siblings; as well as an infant son, Douglas Lane Shepherd. He was an avid golfer and worked heavy equipment, truck driving and home construction. He was a hard worker and worked since he was a small boy. He loved to garden and be outdoors. He will be truly missed by so many family and friends. He is survived by a brother, John Shepherd; three children, Debbie Turner, Nicole Jefferson and Dallas Shepherd; two stepchildren, Floyd Fugate and Steve Fugate. He also leaves 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 8, 2014, at Bidville Church, with Eugene Provence officiating. Memorials may be made to Bidville Cemetery, c/o Moe Shepherd, P.O. Box 51, Mountainburg, AR 72946.