Kenneth Dale Sheppard, 51, entered into rest on July 2, 2011 in Manteca, California. He was born on August 30, 1959 in Albemerle, NC.

Kenneth is survived by his wife Debbie of 18 years, sons Kenneth and Kristopher, daughters Kristin and Krystle of Manteca and daughter Kathleen of San Francisco. He was blessed with two grandchildren Isaiah and Precilla Banglos – Hernandez. Kenneth is survived by his father Ken Sheppard of  Los Angeles.
 
Kenneth Dale Sheppard was known to his family and friends as “Dale.” He was a resident of Manteca for over 10 years. Since 1986 Dale was a plumber by trade and for the last 14 years he worked for Local 393 out of San Jose. He attended Crossroads Grace Community Church of Manteca. Dale was a compassionate devoted family man who loved the Lord. He taught his children the word of God daily and how to live a Christian life. He was very talented always building things with his hands. He was an extremely helpful and giving man always offering to lend a hand with family, friends and neighbors. He loved playing with his grandchildren, gardening, bowling and going for rides on his Harley. Dale will be remembered as a loving husband, a wonderful father and an amazing grandfather. He will be deeply missed.

Mr. Sheppard’s arrangements are being handled by P.L. Fr& Son Funeral Home of  Manteca. All services are being kept private.  An online guest book is available for condolences to the family at www.plfryandson.com (search obituaries).

Manteca (Calif.) Bulletin
Saturday, July 16, 2011