James F. Sheppard, 62, of Natick died Wednesday, August 3, 2011 at Metro West Medical Center in Natick.
Mr. Sheppard was born in Boston to the late Charles and Bernice (Kupris) Sheppard. He was a very hard working and warm-hearted man who was always there to lend a helping hand. One of his greatest loves in life was spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his beloved wife with whom he shared over 20 years with, Loretta (Firth) Sheppard. He was the devoted step-father to Jennifer Hutchings and her husband, Andrew, Adam Hebert and wife, Roena, and William Hebert. Brother to Janet Brooks and her husband, Richard, Thomas Sheppard and Charles Sheppard, Jr. He is also survived by his nephew and God Son, Kyle, and grandchildren, Kaden and Caitlyn.
Services will be private.
Those wishing to make a memorial contribution are asked to consider the Heart and Lung Association, P.O. Box 30105, Bethesda, MD 20824.