Lois Jean Shepherd, 83, of Thompsonville, passed away at 8:36 a.m., on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at her home in Thompsonville, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on June 9, 1938, to Clarence and Elma (Gibbs) Williams in Benton, IL. On December 31, 1955, she married Charles Shepherd and he preceded her in death on March 6, 2003.
She was a proud member of New Life Church of God Church in Benton. She had a passion for serving at the church and being involved as much as possible.
Lois was a loving mother, grandmother and friend to many. She enjoyed crafting, cooking and playing with her grandchildren.
Lois is survived by her two sons, Charles E. Shepherd, Jr. and Rex (Tammy) Allen Shepherd; one daughter, Jean (Keith) Harbour: a special daughter, Fawn Lorenz; 12 grandchildren, Chad (Lana) Shepherd, Nick Shepherd, Chaise (Reese) Woolsey, Caylee Woolsey, Ashley (Matt) Coe, Misty Ruiz, Kristen (Michael) Rubio, Ryan (Katie) Harris, Jeremy (Brandy) Harbour, Carrie (Josh) Dix, Dylan Lorenz andDalton Thompson; and 22 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Elma Williams; her husband, Charles Shepherd; son, Billy Gene Shepherd; sister, Lorine Bird; and a granddaughter, Cami Jo Shepherd.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, IL.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 19, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. at the New Life Church of God, 707 N. DuQuoin St., Benton, IL.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting memorials be made to New Life Church of God.
Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.
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