Melvin L. Shepard passed away on Oct. 4, 2012. He was born in Meeker, CO on Oct. 5, 1930. He is survived by two children Ronald (Mary Anne) Shepard and Mandi Shepard (Michael Vale) and their mother Thelma Jo Craig. He is also survived by grandaughter Laurel Rose Shepard and sister Ava Colescott. His brother Alvin preceded him in death. Visitation will be Thurs., Oct 11, 2012 from 4-7pm with services at 9:00am on Fri., Oct. 12, 2012 at Olinger Crown Hill Chapel of Peace. Entombment to follow at Crown Hill Cemetery.