Roy Whitfield Shephard Memorial

Roy
Whitteld

Shephard

“Don’t worry about nothing, God got me!”
September 23, 1970 ~ January 24, 2022

Life &
Legacy

RRoy Whitteld Shephard was born on September 23, 1970 in Belize City, Belize to his parents, Edwin and Ignacia Shepherd.
He was the sixth born of seven children and was raised in the church.
Roy grew up dreaming of coming to the United States. At the age of 19, after nishing his education, he followed his heart
and moved to Los Angeles, even though his mother didn’t want him to relocate to a place so far away. Roy made a home for
himself in Southern California and eventually met and married the love of his life, Kim Shephard, his wife of over 21 years.
They each had daughters and together had a son, becoming one beautifully blended, loving family.
One of the greatest priorities to Roy was family. He was most happy when he could spend quality time with Kim and the
children. They did everything together from going on camping trips, performing their own fashion and talent shows to
spending days soaking up sun and having fun at the beach. Any gathering at the house with people would literally energize
Roy. Because he loved to play basketball with friends, listen to music, dance, dee-jay, and a was a huge Lakers fan, there
was always an opportunity for celebrations and gatherings. He was a super host, making sure everyone was having a great
time, eating, laughing and enjoying themselves.
Roy was a strong role model and always encouraged his children to pursue higher education. He showed interest in all aspects
of their lives, including their signiicant others. Roy had his own way of scrutinizing the young men interested in dating or
marrying his girls to make sure they exhibited good character and similar values that he and Kim shared. In fact, Roy helped
to mentor both his sons-in-law, Joshua Satchell and Anthony Ester in a way that made a profound impact on their lives.
Roy was an exceptionally hard worker and for over 27 years he made a career at Veolia Environmental Services in Azusa,
California. He began as a Hazmat Technician and eventually worked as a Tracking Coordinator.
Roy was a spiritual covering for his family and demonstrated his love for God and fellow believers by his service in the House
of the Lord. He was a faithful servant in the usher ministry at Living Praise Christian Center for 15 years. Later, Roy and Kim
joined California Worship Center, led by Pastor Warryn Campbell and First Lady Erica Campbell. From the inception of this
ministry, Roy served faithfully being instrumental in livestreaming the weekly church services on Periscope and also on the
usher board.
The memories that Roy’s family have expressed that they most treasure is his devotion for God, his love for family, his
distinctive humor, and how he always put others before himself. Roy was very forgiving and never held grudges. He spoke
often to his parents, who later moved from Belize to Chicago, Illinois.
Roy made his transition to heaven on January 24, 2022.
His memory will be forever cherished by his wife, Kim Shephard; his parents, Edwin and Ignacia Shepherd; his children,
Shawniece Satchell, Shanda Shepherd, Stephanie Shepherd, Adam Shephard, and his step-daughters, Amelia Ester, Teesha
Paul and Shanti Paul; his grandchildren, Kai and Kaden Ester, Hermès Penélope Satchell; his sons-in-law, Joshua Satchell and
Darrien Ester Jr. and his future sons-in-law, Joshua Johnson and Aaron Craig; his brothers, Brian Williams, Anthony Shepherd,
Edwin Shepherd Jr., Anthony Flowers; brothers-in-law, Adrian Watson and Benjamin Lemon Jr. his sisters, Sharon Williams
and Lisa Watson; his sisters-in-law, Sandra Benitez Rojas, and Charlene Adams, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Order of Service

Processional………………………………………………………………………….....…….Ministers & Family

Song Selection ………………………………………………………………………………....…….Praise Team

Prayer……………………………………………………………………........…..Elder Warryn S, Campbell, Sr.
Officiant of Service

Scripture Reading Psalm 23…………………………………………….……….............Deacon Taaven Jones

Acknowledgements……………………………………………………………………......…..Charlene Adams

Resolutions……………………………………………………………………………………..….DeeJaye Clark

Obituary Reading…………………………………………………………………………......….Karena Watson

Reeections…………………………………………………………..........…..Pre-selected Family and Friends

Song Selection…………………………………………………….........……..…Praise Team “For Your Glory”

Eulogy……………………………………………………………………........…..Pastor Warryn S. Campbell II
California Worship Center

Recessional…………………………………………………………………………….......…Ministers & Family

Song Selection…………………………………………………………………………………...…..Praise Team

Pallbearers
ANTHONY SHEPHERD
JOSHUA SATCHELL JOSHUA JOHNSON
KEVIN CASSANOVA WILLIAM PINEDA
ANTHONY ESTER KENNETH LIGHTFOOT
BENJAMIN LEMON

Honorary Pallbearers

EDWIN SHEPHERD
ADAM SHEPHERD
AARON CRAIG

I REMEMBER WHEN WE FIRST MET, we would spend hours and even fall asleep on the phone together. We were in awe at how
easy it was for us to talk to each other about our past, and the things we each were going through.There was a special kind of comfort
when we were with each other like we have never experienced. We were willing to sacrifice all and we did. You made me feel special daily
without effort. The first time we went dancing, we danced all night and went back every chance we got. Boy were you a sexy dancer!
We knew we had something special to build on. I met your children and I fell in love with them, and you did the same with mine.
On July 29, 2000, we got married and blended our family, and the party began. Camping, fireworks, dancing, fashion shows all
added to our family life and that was most important to you. Then came Adam, both our first boy, both our first in fifteen years, and our
first together. He was like the icing on the cake. We were always so happy and proud as they all grew up until the day you left. Our
love was unconditional and the longer we we’re together the faster we got through the bumps in the road. You would always tell me “God
got us!” and that brought me complete comfort. I love how you covered and protected me even through the struggles. I love how you
made me laugh out loud. I love how you would always tell me I was smart, sexy, and beautiful and how blessed you were to have me.
I love how you always offered your help around the house. I love how you would take care of me when I was sick. I love how you
always made me a priority in your life. I love how you worked hard to provide for us without hesitation, and you were never afraid to
work over time. You had a heart of gold and though many couldn’t stand to see you shine, you never let it dim your light. You never let
them see you sweat. You were truly a blessing and I love you with all that I am. God got us through until death did us part. I am
proud to be Mrs. Kim Shephard for almost 22 years and to carry your name. I will miss you forever.
Until we meet again my forever love

This is to my son, Roy Shephard, I know we
never got the chance to say goodbye, but I will
always have you in my heart because you were a part
of me. I thank the Lord for the time he has given
you to me, but the Lord knows best. So sleep on my
love, until we meet again at Jesus feet.

Love, Mom

To my little brother, I’m going to miss the little secrets we
used to share, the calls at work, and your laugh. Although
I am broken hearted and miss you more that you can imagine,
God needed you just as much. There will never be a day that

you won’t be on my mind and ours.

Love, Lisa

If Tears Could
Build A Stairway

Roy, If tears could build a stairway Life still has much in store
And thoughts a memory lane Since you’ll never be forgotten
We’d walk right up to heaven We pledge to you today
and bring you home again A hallowed place within our hearts
No farewell words were spoken Is where you’ll always stay
No time to say good-bye God Knows why, with chilling touch
You were gone before we knew it Death gathers those we love so much
And only God knows why. And what now seems so strange and dim
Our Heart’s still active in sadness Will all be clear, when we meet again.
And secret tears still ow Roy, It broke our hearts to lose you
What it meant to lose you But you didn’t go alone,
No one can ever know. For part of us went with you,
But now we know you want us The day God Called you home.
To mourn for you no more In our hearts always,
To remember all the happy times
Charlene, Ben, Josie and Keysha





To My Dad,
If I could give you anything I would give you the ability to see yourself
through my eyes, only then would you realize how important you are to me.
Thank you for being a Great Daddy to me and my siblings and believing
in me always. Thank you for the constant support, endless love & for being
my everlasting friend. You will always be my greatest hero! Love, the one
who loves you till the end, your daughter!
Shanda Shepherd

“Daddy, Daddy, Daddy”
That’s exactly how Shanda & I use to say it !
I have so many memories of you! Daddy, you have always been there for us! Your soul was so full
of LIFE & LOVE. I feel so blessed that you witnessed your only grand daughter Hermès Penélope
Satchell. Every time you saw her, I could see that I made you proud. I knew that looking at Hermès
Penélope, you saw parts of you living inside of me and her. Nothing mattered more than seeing your
girls become stars! I remember when Shanda & I were 7 years old. You took us to a Disney audition
and I got my shirt dirty and you had to rush us to the laundry mat just to make it in time for our
audition. Oh my! We would laugh about it all the time. Even know we haven’t made it to those heights
yet, we will always be stars in your eyes! Thank you for always believing in us even when I didn’t
believe in myself. I moved to the Valley just to be close to you, Daddy! I’m going to miss all the
holiday’s, you coming over and eating my house. Your favorite used to be my cornish Hens & roasts,
you said no one made it like me. It was such a honor that I was finally able to cater to you & show you
the women I grew into. I’m going to miss the dancing and playing music just to set the tone in the
room. But Dad, you will always be the life of the party & a VIBE! One thing you always taught me was
to put family first! From watching Grandma & Grandpa Shep in a marriage for 54 years and watching
your marriage blossom over 21 years. You taught me how a marriage can grow and be solid. Thank
you for always wearing your heart-on-your-sleeve and showing what a real man is. You were the
definition of that. I never thought I would ever have to write a good bye to you. You will always be my
smile when I’m sad. I will always remember to keep making you proud. I’m honored to call you
my DAD! I Love You Daddy!
Your daughter Shawniece "Blue hand"
Words can’t even begin to explain how I feel having to write this. I would’ve
never thought I would have to tell you “I’m thinking of you” “I miss you” and
“ I love you Dad”…in this letter. Since you’ve been gone I feel like the heaviness
is only getting greater & it’s hard to wrap my mind that I won’t see you again.
When I replay moments together, I can see your smile, hear your laugh, smell
your cologne…and just for a moment, it’s as if you’re with me. I will cherish the
days the family would all be together & the joy it put on your face. The times we
would just sit at home listening to music & you would love to tell me “ To get my
own face” … you will always be my forever twin. Thank you Dad for showing me
the importance of family & your unconditional love which influenced me to be
strong & confident in who I am today. Thank you for always being there for me,
you will always be the first man I ever loved.
Love you forever
Stephanie Shephard

Roy,
I just can’t believe you aren’t here with us anymore. We've been together since I was 7 years old. You've been
there, for every stage of my life from talent shows, graduations, becoming a woman, marriage, babies and so much
more. The thought of life without you just doesn't seem right, but I know God has a plan and I trust Him. I find
peace knowing that you are resting in His arms. I am trying hard to cope with never seeing you again in this life. I
remember the day you and My Mom met like it was yesterday. You tried to talk to her and I grabbed her hand and
pulled her away and blurted out “My Mommy has a boyfriend!” I was lying lol! I was used to it being just me and
my Mommy, I felt like I was her protector. But when you came into our lives, it felt so right, natural. It felt like it was
meant to be. Then you became OUR protector. When I met the girls, I fell in love with them. I was an only child and
I wanted siblings so bad to play with. Every weekend together was so much fun. When you and My mom got
married, I gave her away to you. That day was so special. We had a good life together. I remember our fashion
shows when we would dress up in my mom’s clothes and heels, and you were right there clapping and cheering
us on. Our summer camping trips when us girls would be terrified of bugs and bears.Then when we got older and
had birthday parties, you would be there, always the Life of the Party. So youthful and fun! My friends would
always tell me I was lucky because I had the coolest parents and it was so true. We always had so much fun
together, everywhere we went. I thank you for always loving me as your own. Never once did you ever make
me feel like a step-child, I always felt like I was yours and in my heart I always will be. Thank you for always
having my back. Thank you for all of the life lessons, for always showing me the importance of family. For
loving my babies as much as you did. Thank you for always making us all laugh and hugging me tight through
life's tough times and reassuring me "Everything will be alright". Everytime, I would leave the house you would
hug me and say “You know you're my girl right”. You would tell me how great of a mother I am
and that I was doing such a good job and It warmed my heart to know that I made you
proud. I will forever cherish every moment we shared and I will miss you more than
words can ever explain. You were more than a Step-dad, you were a Father to me.
I Love you so much Roy! Rest In Heaven
peacefully. Until we meet again.
Your daughter, Amelia

Hey Dad. I still can’t believe you’re gone. You have lead me through
my life since I was born, and now it feels empty without you here. It
feels like it was just yesterday you were at home sleeping on the
couch. You watched me grow from a baby to an adult, but I wish you
could have stayed a lot longer. I wanted you to watch me go to prom,
college, and just watch me be successful in life. I Trust that God has
you in his hands, and that you can rest peacefully. I miss you so much.
Rest Easy, Father
Love, Your Only Boy Adam

Roy, I learned so many life lessons from you regarding being
a man and actions that defined taking care of your family. Most
people are not so accepting of their daughter’s boyfriends, but
you always treated me as if I was one of your family. That meant
more than anything to me because I didn’t have a father growing
up. I will miss all the time we spent during holidays, weekends
discussing different aspects of life like marriage, homes,
retirement, cars and fashion. Thank you for always allowing me
to be myself and teaching me to always put family first. I promise
that I always will. I will truly miss you Roy. Rest in Peace.
Your Son in Law Anthony “Tony”

Thank you for your example as a man to me. Showing me how to be a
better father in my own way. You never passed any judgment on me, in
my decisions I made, you only showed what you knew how and that
was to support me in whatever I had going on at the time. Coming from
my wife’s father that meant a lot to me. That’s something I will never
forget, but will only pass on to our sons. Thank you for always being
yourself that was what we all fell in love with. Love you and thank you
for being you and a person I could admire and strive to be like.
Your Son in law, Josh

Paw Paw I’m going to miss you. I wish I could go to Heaven to see you. I hope
there’s lots of bottles there when I get to Heaven so we can bottle flip like we
used to. I love bottle flip and I love you.
Love your Grandson, Kai

To my Dear Uncle,
I never imagined I would be here saying goodbye to you this soon.
Although we weren’t prepared for you to leave us, God was ready for
you to go home. The pain we feel cuts so deep that it’s all too
hard to explain, but I know God would never put us through
something he feels we can’t handle. I wish I could’ve gotten
one last chance to feel your warm loving hug. I’m happy you’re
no longer in pain or suffering. Until we meet again, I know
you’re in heaven smiling because as you would always say
“God got us!”
Love you always & forever, Your niece Tiffany

To my Uncle, It hurts to write this. I was planning a surprise trip to
visit in April, but I guess God needed you a little sooner than I
expected. The thought of you warms and breaks my heart. One
thing for sure I will continue to choose to remember the sound of
your voice, you dancing, your smile, everything about you, until it
brings me nothing but joy, pain is only temporary. I am forever
grateful for all the memories we share. I know you’re dancing and
enjoying yourself in heaven. I love and miss you more than I can
describe, continue to sleep on my sweet uncle, until we meet again.
Love, Your niece Kasmira

January-24th, 2022 at 5:55am, God was ready for you and he called you home.
My dear uncle you left us without even saying goodbye, without a word. But like they say, we don't say goodbye we say, see you
later. I guess that was your way of saying, see you guys later. Broken hearted we all are at this moment that you left us, but God
heart must've ache much more watching you suffer for 15 days, he couldn't take it anymore so he called you home. I know God sent
his most fashionable and flyest angel to come and get you, because he knew how fly you was. As you would say “I look handsome
right” lol)... I want to ask why you was taken away from us so early, but my grandma would hit me upside my head and say never you
question what God will is for us. So although I want to, I won't. Just want you to know your om is being strong for all of us and
holding it together, but I think you already knew that's who she is and how she roll..... Where do we go from here? SMH and I repeat
where do we go?! I have no idea! But I do know we will cherish the memories and good times we all had with you. We will replay
them in our minds and hopefully that and prayer will bring some peace and comfort to our aching hearts. Just Fly high our angel,
until we meet again, watch and protect us as we journey on in the flesh. We love and miss you so much my uncle.
Love, Your Niece Melissa

Decades of friendship, family gatherings, partying, vegas trips, bball at 62nd Harvard Park, countless
fight nights & NBA games, ect ect.. all the loud "discussions & debates" we had/have as a crew
were/are EPIC.. the laughs This crew is filled with characters and Roy was still one of a kind #IYKYK
Sip & Clip Crew will never be the same, forever fractured without our beloved Shep around
Condolences to the Entire Shepherd Family.. RIP SHEP.. Can't believe Our Boy Roy is Gone.

Roy Shephard was a loving brother and friend to everyone; he was a
kindhearted man. Roy would go out on his lunch and bring back pork
skins,and leave it out in the office for everyone to eat, that’s the kind
of guy he was, always smiling and loved to hug. Roy was always the
life of any party, and he loved to dance. He loved taking pictures, he
loved wearing white, white cars, white shoes and white clothes. I can
go on and on about Roy, this one hits me really hard, he will be missed
by so many. He was my brother for over 30+ years, and I worked with
him for almost 27 years. Roy, I love you! Until we meet again, heaven
has gained an angel that will forever look down on us.
Your Boy, Kev

Roy was the kind of person filled with the most friendship for
others than any other person I’ve met. He did not hesitate to
bring you into his circle. He made it feel comfortable to be
around him and for others to accept you. If you were Roy's friend,
he stood up for you and was on your side. Most people are
reserved, introverted, or just not open to being as friendly. Roy
was extroverted and showed you support. He felt concern over any
personal ordeal you could be going through. He talked you down
off the ledge. He filled in with compassion where you were lacking
confidence. It was rare to meet a person like Roy. Even if you pulled
away from him because you were going through something hard
like a divorce, he made an effort and took the step forward. He asked
how you were and let you talk about it. He always tried to help with
his friendship and advice, even if others were not approachable or
did not seem as open and friendly. Roy was there for anyone. I don't
know many people like that. I can see the good in people but it's a rare
person that takes the time to connect with everyone. If you knew Roy,
he got to know you because he wanted to get to know you, he was a
great friend.
Daniel Salgado

I have known Roy ever since he started working for Veolia, over the years
we became not just co-workers but friends, he was like a little brother to me,
we would always talk about personal stuff and our families, and when talking
to Roy he was always positive and encouraging when problems arise. He
always told me and other's one his famous saying, "Don't worry about nothing".
We always joke and reminisce about the past keeping things lively at work. We all
will miss him deeply. From, Jude Lewis

Thank You

In Appreciation

The Shephard Family would like to express our heartfelt appreciation
to Pastor Warryn S. Campbell II, First Lady Erica Campbell, Elder Warryn S. Campbell, Sr.,

and Mama Sandra Campbell of California Worship Center.
Mr. Michael Wright Lead Director of Rucker's Mortuary, Dr. Dewayne Winrow Pastor of

Reseda Church of Christ, and our family and friends who have uplifted us
with your words of encouragement, prayers, gifts and your presence.

May God continue to abundantly bless you.
With Heart Full of Gratitude,
The Shephard Family

Internment
Forest Lawn Mortuary - Hollywood Hills

6300 Forest Lawn Drive
Los Angeles, California 90068

Services Entrusted to
Rucker's Mortuary

12460 Van Nuys Boulevard
Pacoima, California 91331