of Marion, AR
June 5, 1938 - March 13, 2026
June Anne Ruth (Bishop) Sheppard was promoted to Heaven on March 13, 2026, to meet her Savior of 70+ years, the Lord Jesus Christ. June was the daughter of George and Anna (Argilander) Bishop and was born June 5, 1938, in Fitchburg, MA. She was educated through the Fitchburg school system and graduated in 1956. June also attended Burbank Hospital School of Nursing, Fitchburg, MA and the Bible Institute of New England, St. Johnsbury, VT.
On August 15, 1958, June married James Sheppard. They were blessed with three children, Kenneth, Janet and Stephen whom they loved dearly.
June joyfully served the role as pastor's wife in their five different church ministries. She especially enjoyed working with children in Sunday school and youth ministries. June sang in the church choir and often played the piano for worship services. She also assisted in Christian school ministries for 20 years.
June found great enjoyment in spending time reading, gardening, and laughing with others. She was also known to be very expressive at sporting events. She was especially a fan of the Boston Celtics, the New England Patriots and always filled out a NCAA March Madness Bracket.
Her grandchildren have memories of playing games, swimming and coloring with her. Her laughter and contagious smile will be greatly missed.
June leaves behind James Sheppard (her husband of 67+ years), Kenneth & Alicia Sheppard (Brockton, MA), Clifton & Janet Dancy (Salem, NH), and Stephen & Kimberly Sheppard (Marion, AR), nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
James and June have been residing with Steve and Kim Sheppard since 2020 and are residents of Marion, AR.
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7 Condolence(s)
Lydia Jennings
Thursday, March 19, 2026
June and Jim, you both are so dear to me. Your kindness and attention meant so much, even now years later. My heart and prayers go out to you, Jim- and all of you during this time. I'm grateful that Christ unites us, and we will see each other again someday. It is a gracious hope we get to hold on to in the midst of the sorrow. I am grateful to know and be known by you both. Sending love and comfort to you all from a far ❤️
David and Gloria Chamberlain
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
You will be remembered forever by two grateful friends. With much love to Jim and family 🙏'
Trudy Bacon
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
I've known you for so long and have enjoyed being with you. All the fun that we had together out in New York and then again in Pepperpell And Groton. I will Ms. June tremendously but I know she's in a much better place and she's not hurting that's the important thing. Pastor I think of you all the time and pray for you we've had a good many years together and I have learned so much and enjoyed so much. I can only imagine what the singing and the piano playing must be like up and heaven now. I love you all. Trudy
John Hamel
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
You will be missed here but what a wonderful reunion it will be! See you soon!
Sharon Fuller
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
June was one of the most precious friend I had. I grew to love bro Jim and June immediately upon joining Avondale Baptist Church. She will be so missed but Heaven will be so much brighter with her presences
To Bro Jim and the families, May God grant you all strength and peace.
Love in Christ.
Sharon and Preston Fuller
Marie Moore
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Dear Jim,
There is a circle of caring all around you.
You can't see it, but it's there,
Made of friends and family who love you,
And who know how difficult this loss is for you.
Hoping you take comfort and find strength
In knowing you're thought of,
You're cared about and you're not alone.
Here at Maranatha Village, we are all praying for your Family.
Kathy and Milton Moore
Monday, March 16, 2026
Dear Stephen, Kim and family, May God's peace and love surround you all. Praying for strength and comfort. Heaven has gained a beautiful soul. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. 🙏'🙏