Robert W. Sheppard passed away on June 14, 2016 at Broadmead Lodge, Victoria, BC. He was born in Ponteix, Saskatchewan on March 8, 1924.
Robert was predeceased by his first wife, Edna and son, Bruce. He is survived by his loving wife, Verna; four children: Joette (Gary), Richard (Zari), Brady (Ruby) Chryseis and Doug; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three step-children: Keith (Grace), Karen (Kern) and Ken (Debra) as well as seven step-grandchildren and one great step- grandchild. Robert was a WW2 Veteran and served in the RCN for 25 years. He was also a Supervisor of newsstands with BC Ferries. He was a longtime member of the Square and Round Dance Community. A traveler and dancer, he will be sadly missed by his family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at First Memorial Funeral Services, 4725 Falaise Drive, Victoria on Thursday, July 14, 2016 at 2:00 pm.
Arrangements under the direction of First Memorial Funeral Services, Victoria, BC.
