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In memory of
Julia Lynn Shepherd (Erickson)
April 30, 1960 - January 10, 2026
Apr 30, 1960 - Jan 10, 2026
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Personal note from Mom's Life Around Kansas
Obituary
Julia Lynn Shepherd (Erickson), 65, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Born on April 30, 1960, in Oberlin, Kansas, Julia was the daughter of Eugene and Lorraine (Gaider) Shepherd and the sixth of eight siblings. In keeping with her lifelong spirit of generosity, Julia chose to donate parts of her body, passing forward the blessing of life and healing that was gifted to her.
A woman of determination and lifelong …
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Memories & condolences
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Our condolences to you and your family.
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Our condolences to you and your family.
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Sending our sympathy. Your friends with the Marshall County Arts Cooperative
Sending our sympathy. Your friends with the Marshall County Arts Cooperative
Sending our sympathy. Your friends with the Marshall County Art…
With a heavy heart I send my condolences to your family. My memories of Julia and your family will always remain in my …
With a heavy heart I send my condolences to your family. My memories of Julia and your family will …
With a heavy heart I send my condolences to your family. My memo…
All of my love to the Erickson family. I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
All of my love to the Erickson family. I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
All of my love to the Erickson family. I am so deeply sorry for …
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Community Involvement
Church
Attendee of
Concordia Wesleyan Church
Volunteered for
Volunteer of
Women of Faith
Service Organization
Favorites
What were Julia's favorite vacation spots?
Hawaii & Cruises
Hawaii & Cruises
Hawaii & Cruises
What were Julia's favorite sports teams?
Team Erickson
Team Erickson
Team Erickson
What were Julia's favorite songs or musical artists?
Michael W Smith - Our God is an awesome God
Michael W Smith - Our God is an awesome God
Michael W Smith - Our God is an awesome God
What were Julia's favorite games to play?
Catan
Catan
Catan
Timeline
Born
April 30th, 1960
Had a child, Evan Joe
May 22nd, 1984
Concordia, KS
Had a child, Jordan Erickson
November 20th, 1986
Concordia, KS
Survived by
Evan Joe
Son
Jordan Erickson
Son
Braden Erickson
Son
Tiffany Erickson
Daughter
Calen Erickson
Son
Aaron Erickson
Son
Predeceased by
Kenny Shepherd
Brother
Lorie Wright
Sister
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Other key details
Cause of death
Stroke
Method of disposition
Burial
Final resting place
Oakland Union Cemetery
Funeral services provided by
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home
Lasting impact
Julia donated organs
Bone, Skin and Cornea
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a donation to Julia's Grateful Gathering.
$3,050.00
of $6,800 goal
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Created with love by
Calen Erickson (Julia's son),
Jordan Erickson (Julia's son),
Braden Erickson (Julia's son),
Melanie Loyd (Julia's friend),
Evan Joe (Julia's son) and
Tiffany Erickson.
