Mr. Chester Milton Sheppard

On December 8, 1924, Arthur Roy and Cleota Winslow Sheppard welcomed their son, Chester Milton Sheppard. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Chester was one of six siblings, Willa Mae Watson, Mary C, Archie, Marion, Marvin, and Kenny Sheppard, Elizabeth Tritt, and Jessie Hall. Following in his father’s footsteps, Chester joined the United States Army in 1946. Chester was stationed in Europe and served until he was medically discharged after nearly two years of service. While in the Army, father and son served simultaneous tours in World War II. Chester would continue his governmental service through his career with the United States Postal Service until his retirement. He married Delores Rodgers, and in 1949, they welcomed a daughter, Cherie Sheppard. Shep, as he was affectionately known, lived an uncomplicated life. He walked or rode the bus everywhere he went up and down the hills of Pittsburgh. True to his Pittsburgh roots, Chester loved the Steelers. He was an avid tournament bowler, hitting a perfect 300 four to six times in his lifetime. At age 90 he could still bowl a 165. His bowling only stopped when he was no longer able to get to a bowling alley. He was a night owl and loved watching movies. Chester had one devoted grandson, Wayne Bobo. He enjoyed Wayne’s frequent visits that always included trips out to eat, which he loved, especially eating catfish or hot wings. And Chester loved his coffee…black with two sugars. He loved his great-granddaughter, Alaina to pieces. Whatever she wanted,Chester Milton Sheppard, age 95, passed away on February 22, 2020 at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Decatur, GA. Memories of Mr. Sheppard will be cherished by his loving family and friends, including his Grandson, Mr. Wayne Bobo. Chester made a way to get it for her. There was never a “no” when it came to Alaina. When she wasn’t there to visit with her dad, he enjoyed keeping in contact with her on Facetime. Chester transitioned quietly from this life on February 22, 2020, with his grandson at his side. Left to cherish his memory are his grandson, Wayne Bobo and great-granddaughter, Alaina Bobo. He also leaves his daughter, Cherie Bobo, a brother, Marion Sheppard, and other relatives and friends. While he will be missed, we are thankful for the time and memories.In Shep’s own signature goodbye, “So long…” A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, March 5, 2020 at our SOUTH DEKALB CHAPEL. Final resting place, Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, GA at 2:30 PM with Army Military Honors. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM also at our SOUTH DEKALB CHAPEL. Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home and Crematory 4347 Flat Shoals Pkwy Decatur, GA 30034 (404)241-5656.

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Mr. Chester Milton Sheppard

December 8, 1924 - February 22, 2020