He married Emiko October 21, 1969. They lived in Berrien Springs Michigan for over 20 years before relocating to Vancouver Washington in 2010. Buddy served in the Navy, Air Force and Merchant Marines for 20 years total and then served 20 years as a civilian for the DOD. He was a lifetime member of the NRA and was an an amateur radio operator. He is survived by his wife, Emiko Shepherd, Daughter, Tomiko (Shepherd) Saldia, Son, Mark Shepherd, Daughter, Harumi (Shepherd) Burns, Son, Mike Shepherd, Sister, Christine Tillman & 7 grandchildren.
Arrangements under the direction of Vancouver Funeral Chapel, Vancouver, WA.
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