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Constance Sheppard Obituary

Sheppard, Constance I. Age 61, at rest on February 13, 2013 at her home with her loving family by her side. Survived by her loving husband, William Sheppard; daughter, Tracy Ruth Sheppard-Kustwin; sons, William Martin Sheppard, Jr. and Jon Patrick Sheppard and granddaughters, Bailee Michele and Autumn Marie Kustwin. Preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Marilou Cavanaugh. Memorial contributions may be made as gifts in Connie's memory to the family for their distribution. A special thank you to Dr. Jason Suh and medical staff at JOHA, staff at Presence St. Joseph Hospital, and Joliet Area Community Hospice Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2013 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Tezak's Home to Celebrate Life. Private interment will be held at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL Obituary and Tribute Wall for Constance I. Sheppard at www.tezakfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to:

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 16, 2013.

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Wayne Wilson

February 17, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear of Connie's passing. We had so much fun teasing each other as kids at family reunions. She will always be dear to me.

February 16, 2013

Our prayers are with the Sheppard family. Aunt Connie was a wonderful and kind person. She will be Greatly missed. Our loss is Heavens Joy. Rest in Peace Aunt Connie. Love The Ritz Family

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