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SHEPHERD Marshall Robert Shepherd, also known affectionately as Shep, Bob, Robert or Bobby, whom will always be remembered as a beloved husband, father and grandfather, went to be with the Lord following a tragic accident on June 3, 2008. Born on June 28, 1951 in Norton, Kansas, Marshall labored effortlessly to provide joy to everyone who knew him through his love of life. A respected veteran of the United States Air Force, he was proud to serve his country during the Vietnam era. He shared an undeniable love and affinity for his wife, his children and his grandchildren. Every endeavor he embarked on was shared with his wife at his side and a conversation never passed without him mentioning how proud he was of his sons. His passions were many. Among them, he loved music. Marshall was honored to be the Drum Major at Churchill High School for the Class of '69. As an accomplished trumpet player, he and his band, Sounds of Time, won the coveted National Title on the televised show, Sounds of '68. As in much of Marshall's endeavors, he extended his life through his love for the water. He treasured his moments at the lake spending time with family and friends. He was an accomplished J24 sailboat racer, boater, fisherman and skier. On land he was awarded the Grand Champion trophy at the Veteran's Day Classic in 1997 for his achievements in breeding quality paint stallions. The endeavors were so many and the accomplishments so much that it was commonly believed by all that he had lived several lifetimes or just refused to sleep for 56 short years. Mostly, Marshall dedicated his time unselfishly to improve the lives of his loved ones as well as the lives of many others. One such example, as there are many, was his time spent learning the disastrous effects of Multiple Sclerosis. Marshall spent much of his time researching and speaking about the debilitating effects of this disease and was requested to speak about them in public on behalf of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Marshall's long list of achievements lead to a strong desire to know the legal profession. He began his last journey as a licensed paralegal, stunning and impressing some of the most accomplished and experienced minds of this highly esoteric and complex field in such a short time. Today, in the legal field, you must focus your efforts in a concentrated area of study due to the vast and overwhelming resources of this particular field. In the industry of Life, Marshall chose to excel in every field. He was a lover, a fighter, a student and a teacher of Life. He was a writer, a reader, an accomplished musician and a successful business owner & entrepreneur. Marshall was a connoisseur of fine wine and a lover of a good cold beer. He was both a court jester to make you smile & laugh and a renowned King from which to draw strength & wisdom. He was our Superman. Those who knew him know that he could be dropped off in the most impoverished parts of town only to show up later to see him telling jokes with everyone listening and engaged as if they were at his home. He could then walk to the nearest telephone booth, put on a tuxedo, gain the undivided attention of and sustain a complex, interactive dialogue with astute & accomplished doctors, lawyers, congressman and the like. Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, "Genius is common sense dressed in its working clothes." Marshall Robert Shepherd was undoubtedly pure genius and he too was always dressed in simple and casual working clothes. He is loved by many and will be missed by all. He was preceded in death by his mother, Charlotte Shepherd and his brother, James Lee Shepherd. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Jo Ann Ybarra-Shepherd; father and step mother, Willard and Helen Shepherd; uncle, Dr. Thomas Taylor; sons, Marshall Robert Shepherd III and wife, Sandra, Jeromy Christian Shepherd and wife, Stephanie, Austin Barrett Shepherd, Travis Colin Shepherd; sister, Carol Ann Quincy; brother, Charles Shepherd and 8 loving, beautiful grandchildren, Caitlyn, Carise, Brennen, Cathy, Camille, Cole, Collin and Azalea. Services A memorial service will be held 9:30 AM on Monday, June 9, 2008 at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North with interment to follow at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association in his memory. You may sign the online guestbook at www.missionparks.com under the obituary section. MISSION PARK FUNERAL CHAPELS NORTH 3401 CHERRY RIDGE DR. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78230 210-349-1414

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Marshall Robert Shepherd

June 28, 1951 - June 3, 2008