Everette Delyn Shepherd
January 17, 1930 ~ January 23, 2012
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Everette "Delyn" Shepherd, 82, of Asheville passed away Monday morning in St. Joseph's Hospital
Mr. Shepherd was born in LaFollette, TN to the late Whitt and Florence Murray Shepherd and was also preceded in death by his son Kyle Shepherd. He was the youngest of thirteen children and is survived by a brother Earnest Shepherd. Delyn was the owner and operator of Aluminum Sales Company which then became Shepherd Enterprises on Merrimon Avenue for 48 years. He was a member of Merrimon Avenue Baptist Church since 1965 where he ministered in the choir. He was a hard worker who loved his family and was a big supporter of Crossfire Ministries where he served on the Board of Directors since 1993 and was a volunteer and servant toward the Crossfire basketball camps and ministry. He shared his faith in the Lord Jesus Christ as a Christian Businessman and as an individual in the community.
Mr. Shepherd is also survived by his devoted wife, Betty Shepherd; sons, Randy Shepherd and Rex Shepherd and his wife, Kim; daughters Linda Vonette Shepherd, Gay Shepherd and Toni Dillingham; six grandchildren, Linda, Melonie, Kristien, Earika, Adam and Dewayne; five great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 26, 2012 at Merrimon Avenue Baptist Church with Reverends Jamie Johnson and Randy Shepherd officiating. Burial will follow at Ashelawn Gardens of Memory.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crossfire Ministries, 31 College Place, E-102, Asheville, NC 28801 or www.crossfireministry.com
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So sorry Randy for the loss of your dad. You are in my prayers. I remember a few years ago when you and he came to Daddys office on Merrimon and talked about Crossfire. He was a great friend to my dad and was always so kind to me. Im sure that sweet smile is lighting up Heaven. Terri Lynne
My prayers and thoughts are with the family during this most difficult time. Mr. & Mrs. Shepherd were insureds at the company I worked for with Mr. Tomberlin. Randy has always been willing to help with VBS and services at our church, Lighthouse Baptist in Barnardsville. A very devoted christian family. Again, you are all in my prayers.
Randy & Betty, we are so sorry for the loss of Delyn. He will be missed by so many. Keeping you in our prayers.
Dear folks my thoughts and prayers are with you. I count all you as our dear friends. Delyn is one whom we love and appreciate greatly. May our God be your comfort and strength. We will see him again because of his faith in Christ. Tom
Remembering you during this difficult time. May God grant you peace and comfort.
long time friend of my father
rest in peace
Our thoughts and prayers are with
your family during this difficult time. The most comfort comes from knowing Delyn was a godly man and has gone home. Praise God for the marvelous gift of salvation.
I will always remember his smile and kind words – he will be missed! Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
We send our love and prayers to you. Delyn was an inspiration to so many and we have often talked about how he tackled each health problem through the years. He certainly showed he was a man of Christian faith in every situation. We love you dearly.
Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.’ -Phil 4:4. Brother Randy, these words continue to comfort me after my father passed on 5 years ago. Our fathers fought the good fight, finished their races. We are still running our races, but they will meet us at the finish line! My family’s prayers are with you.
Gay, Just want you to know that I am thinking of you & your family at this difficult time. Love you!
Randy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the peace of Jesus Christ be with you and all of your family.
Joyce and Rick
We have a lot of great memories of your dad at different churches and events through the years. He always had a smile, hug and kind words for us. He loved helping with Crossfire and made sure everyone was welcomed. Your dad loved Jesus, his wife, family and friends. He truly has left a legacy to remember. Prayers and our love are with all of you!
Randy, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family over the loss of Delyn. Heaven is getting a good one ! May the Lord give you all the encouragement and support that you need now and in the days to come. Please know that I love you brother. Let us know if you need anything at all. May the Lord bless and encourage your hearts.
We will be praying for you. David, Tracy, Kelsey
Randy,
My heart goes out to you & your family! May God lift all of you up on the Wings of Eagles and comfort you all with His Loving Grace…
Your Sister in Christ,
Kat
Dear Randy and Family,
May God grant you His peace and strength during this sad time. God bless you all.
So sorry for the loss of Delyn Shepherd. I just found out of his passing today. Betty I am praying for you and your family. Love Vicki
Dear Betty and family,
Our love and prayers go out to you. We loved Delyn and cherish our memories together.
Love,
Jim and Dee Dee
bro randy got the news late was not able to come to the service.just a few times i meet your dad,i knew he loved God and family i’m sure you will miss him.you and the family are in our prayers lighthouse baptist j nelson ponder
Miss Betty, Randy and family,
What a wonderful blessing on Earth Mr. Shepherd was to all who knew him. Remember him fondly from when I worked for Dr. Manley. Thank you Mr. Shepherd for always showing God’s love and for giving all who knew you, your heart. It has been a blessing to know you. The saying that says… you meet someone and they stay in your heart forever. That is so true of your whole family. Much love and prayers for peace during this difficult time.
Our thoughts & prayers will remain with the family. We absolutely thought the world of Delyn! May God hold all of you close during this very difficult time. Thomas H. Hopkins, Barbara Hopkins & Kimberly Hopkins