Richard (Dick) Williams Shepherd, age 76, passed away on February 19th at VNA Hospice House, surrounded by loving family members.  He was the husband of Deanna Jeanne Shepherd. They shared 55 years of marriage.

Richard was born in Detroit, Michigan, spent his childhood in Haddon Heights, New Jersey, and raised his family in Haddonfield, New Jersey.  He was the son of Shirley and Arthur Shepherd.

Upon graduating from Franklin and Marshall College in 1969, he obtained his CPA license.  This led him to a career as a hospital administrator: first as the CEO of Children's Seashore House, a unit within Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and later at Weisman Children's.  Dick was an avid boater with a Master Captain's License, who most notably explored Eastern North America while completing The Great Loop on his beloved Sareanna with his first mate Deanna.  He was a voracious reader and captivating storyteller whose sense of adventure compelled him to travel the world with his friends.

Dick will be remembered as a generous provider who loved and cared for his family.  He is survived by his loving wife, Deanna Shepherd; his sister, Deborah Thompson (Ronald Thompson); his children, Stephen Shepherd (Shannon Shepherd), Benjamin Shepherd (Angela Shepherd), Sarah Vellutato (Anthony Vellutato); and grandchildren, Ona Shepherd, Ella Vellutato, and Caleb Vellutato.

A celebration of his life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to VNA & Hospice Foundation: 920 37th Place #101, Vero Beach, FL 32960. https://vnatc.org/waystogive/memorials-and-honorariums/

The family greatly appreciates your love, support, and prayers