Nancy Shepherd
November 19, 2016
Nancy Shepherd, age 69, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 19, 2016, after a brave battle against pancreatic cancer.
Nancy was born on April 25, 1947. She grew up on the east side of Des Moines and graduated from East High School in 1965. She married Jim Shepherd on August 19, 1967. Along with raising their two sons, she worked at Heritage Cable and then later at EMC insurance.
She was a strong woman and is survived by her loving husband, Jim; her son Jeff (Tina) Shepherd and his daughter, Josi; her son Scott (Wendy) Shepherd and their daughters, Jessica and Katie; her brother, David (Sheryl) Bewyer; many nieces and nephews; and her wonderful, fun-loving friends.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Josephine Bewyer; and her loving aunt, Thelma Boot.
A memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 23, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Family will greet friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. prior to the memorial service.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Food Bank of Iowa or Unity Point Hospice in loving memory of Nancy.
Mark and Fran Timmons
11/28/2016
Scott and Wendy, we are so very sorry for the loss of your loving mother. Please know your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Kent and Marj Festvog
11/23/2016
Shep, we are so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing.
Sara Stark
11/23/2016
My thoughts, prayers & sympathy go out to Nancy's family & friends. She was always very nice.
Shellie Maggard
11/23/2016
Sending peaceful prayers and hugs for your family.
Kari, Scott, Lyssa, Trent, Lexie
11/22/2016
Wendy, Ott, Jess and Katie
Thinking of all of you, your in our prayers.
We love y'all.
Susan Stevens
11/22/2016
Thinking of you and praying for your family.
Joyce Shepard
11/20/2016
I am so sorry for your loss! I know and feel your pain. My prayers for your family!
Mike and Karma Nielsen
11/20/2016
We are saddened to hear this news. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.