Thursday, November 6, 2014

226. Steve Shephard October 2014


Shepard, Steven P. Age 45, of Chanhassen. Passed away unexpectedly on October 3, 2014. A devoted Dad, husband and friend, Steve loved his wonderful wife and children. In addition to his family, Steve held a special place in the heart of many others, particularly as a son, brother and coach within the Minnetonka Hockey Community. He was known for his kindness and commitment to the many people he cherished. He loved days on the lake in "the Lundy", attending dance recitals, and working with the Hobey Baker Award Committee. He will be deeply missed. Steve is preceded in death by his mother, Katherine Shepard. He is survived by his wife Marnee (Whitmore), his delightful children Ben and Nora, his father John Shepard, brother Scott Shepard (Chrissy), his in-laws Barb and Bill Whitmore, brother in law Mark Whitmore (Pam) and his four nieces and nephews (Sydney Shepard, Maddie, Will and John Whitmore). Memorial Service 11:00 AM Thursday Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 301 County Road 19, Excelsior, MN with visitation one hour prior to the service at CHURCH. The family invites all attendees to wear their team's hockey jerseys or swim team sweatshirts. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Steve Shepard Family Memorial Fund c/o Klein Bank, P.O. Box 399, Chanhassen, MN 55317.