Troy James Sheppard, age 80 of Cumberland Heights, died May 21, 2011 at his home in Clarksville.
He was born March 14, 1931 in Benton, KY. He was retired from the U.S. Army, a member of First Baptist Church, Benton, KY, Masonic Lodge of Hardin, KY and Al Menah Shrine Temple of Nashville.
He is survived by his wife, Ute Sheppard; sons, Dony Sheppard, David Sheppard and Troy James Sheppard; Jr.; several grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.
A Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at Neal-Tarpley-Parchman Chapel with Brother Dave Sheppard and pastor John Sheppard offficating. Visitation will be Wednesday, 9 a.m. until the hour of service at the funeral home. Interment will be in Kentucky Veterans Cemetery West with Full Military Honors.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association.
Arrangements entrusted to Neal-Tarpley-Parchman Funeral Home, 1510 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040; (931) 645-6488.
Online condolences may be made at www.neal-tarpley.com