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In memory of
Richard "Dick" Laverne Shepherd
October 12, 1938 - December 21, 2025
Oct 12, 1938 - Dec 21, 2025
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In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to Boy Scouts of America.
$200.00
Raised by 4 people
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Obituary
On December 21st, 2025 Richard " Dick" Shepherd passed away at his home in Mequon, Wisconsin.
Richard was born in Spring Green Wi and grew up in Argonne Wi. He was always proud of being a Wisconsin farm boy. His early years as a Boy Scout led him off the farm into summer employment during high school and college as a member of the Samoset Council, BSA camp staff. The experience that led to an …
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We are planning a small memorial in 2026 in Northern Wisconsin at the chapel in Camp Tesomas- a place very near to his heart.
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Memories & condolences
Dick was a great man. He was fun and a leader. He lived the Scout Oath and Law everyday. I was privileged to know and w…
Dick was a great man. He was fun and a leader. He lived the Scout Oath and Law everyday. I was priv…
Dick was a great man. He was fun and a leader. He lived the Scou…
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Director of
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What were Richard "Dick"'s favorite vacation spots?
He enjoyed being " up-north" and also loved Hilton Head SC
He enjoyed being " up-north" and also loved Hilton Head SC
He enjoyed being " up-north" and also loved Hilton Head SC
What was Richard "Dick"'s favorite color?
Red
Red
Red
What were Richard "Dick"'s favorite ways to spend free time?
Reading, being outdoors and spending time with family.
Reading, being outdoors and spending time with family.
Reading, being outdoors and spending time with family.
What were Richard "Dick"'s favorite songs or musical artists?
He enjoyed "old" country music and some bluegrass.
He enjoyed "old" country music and some bluegrass.
He enjoyed "old" country music and some bluegrass.
Timeline
Born
October 12th, 1938
Got married to Pat Shepherd
September 10th, 1960
Wisconsin
Passed away
December 21st, 2025
Mequon, WI
Survived by
Elizabeth Russell
Daughter
Kathryn Silverthorn
Daughter
Kathryn Silverthorn
Daughter
Pat Shepherd
Spouse
Richard Shepherd
Son
Madison Russell
Granddaughter
Thomas Silverthorn
Grandson
Cody Russell
Grandson
Morgan Jones
Grandchild
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Cause of death
Heart attack
Method of disposition
Cremation
Final resting place
Ashes scattered
Northern Wisconsin
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to Boy Scouts of America.
$200.00
Raised by 4 people
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