Myrtle D. Shepherd

March 22, 1931 - November 2, 2017

Gloucester: Myrtle D. Shepherd, 86, died Thursday, November 2, 2017 at the home of her granddaughter, Ryane Brinkman in Ohio. Myrtle was born March 22, 1931 to James and Susie Ewell Daniels. A Christian woman of strong faith Myrtle was a longtime member of Bellamy United Methodist Church. Throughout her life she maintained a sweet and simple demeanor that won the trust and hearts of many. Possessing a true servant’s heart, Myrtle faithfully cared for family until the time came for family to give back and care for her. "A heart is not judged by how much you love; but by how much you are loved by others". She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, William L. “Willie Boy” Shepherd; and son, James Thomas “J.T.” Shepherd. Her survivors include, a brother Richard “Sonny” Daniels (Anne), two daughters, Brenda Jenkins and Linda Reed; grandchildren, Tiffany Jenkins (Hunter), Stephanie Jenkins, Shannon Reed (Shawn), and Ryane Brinkman (Seth); great grandchildren, Courtney Jenkins-Lipscomb, Alicia Dunn, Machele Chandler, Taylor Brinkman, and Jackson Brinkman. A celebration of life service, officiated by Reverend Kenneth Waclo will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 14, 2017, at Bellamy United Methodist Church, Gloucester. Inurnment will follow in Bellamy Church Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Hogg Funeral Home and Crematory, Gloucester Point. Please visit www.hoggfh.com to share condolences and memories with the family.