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Deborah Sheppard Obituary

Sheppard, Deborah Jean (nee Smith), of Western Springs. Beloved wife of Michael, loving mother of Kaitlyn Rose, Ryan James and Kennedy Marie, devoted daughter of MaryRose Smith and the late James Smith, dear sister of Diane (Steve) Klick and Donald Smith. Mrs. Sheppard served as a flight attendant with United Airlines. Visitation 3 to 9 Sunday, at Hallowell & James Funeral Home; 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Prayers 9:15 a.m. Monday, from the funeral home to St. John of the Cross Church in Western Springs for Mass at 9:45 a.m. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center appreciated. Funeral info 708-352-6500

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Feb. 22 to Feb. 24, 2008.

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Lisa and Alex Kochankovski

February 27, 2008

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with your family. Debbie is now in heaven with God and no longer is in any pain. My prayer is that knowing this and being such a strong and wonderful family will help you deal with some of the pain.

KIM MOREDICH

February 25, 2008

THE MOREDICH FAMILY WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO BOTH THE SHEPPARD AND SMITH FAMILIES, DURING THIS HEART-BREAKING TIME. DEBBIE HAS BEEN IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS FOR THE PAST YEAR. WE WILL MISS HER DEEPLY. PLEASE KNOW THAT OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL CONTINUE FOR ALL OF HER LOVED ONES, DURING THIS TIME OF LOSS AND HEALING. GOD'S BLESSINGS -BOB, KIM, BENJAMIN AND AARON

John and Emily Stasny

February 25, 2008

The Stasny Family(Parents of Emily Waldron), extends our deepest sympathy and offer our prayers on behalf of Debbie's grieving Family. Debbie's genuine goodness and her courageous battle to live will continue to have a profound and lasting influence on how we conduct our own lives. We celebrate and share with you, her passage into eternal life.

John and Emily Stasny (Hershey, PA)

Annette Wartalski-Fiene

February 24, 2008

My sympathy and heart goes out to you and your family during your difficult time. I'v known Debbie since First Grade threw 1/2 of High School. I will miss her deeply. I will always cherish the memories I have of her. The memories of Debbie will live in us all Forever.

Jim Winters

February 24, 2008

Michael and Family,
Words cannot express the great deal of symapthy we feel for you and the children. Debbie was a great person and we know that you will all miss her dearly.
Jim, Lori, Erin, Ryan and Cara Winters.

Renee Claffey

February 24, 2008

I worked with Debbie at Midway and United. Even though we didn't fly together often I loved running into her cause she always had such a welcoming smile. She was a pleasure to be around. I will miss her dearly!

Liz Gertzen-Marzillo

February 23, 2008

Mrs. Smith, Don, Diane & Steve and the Sheppard family,

Although Debbie and I hadn't seen each other often enough I always thought about her. I was saddened when I heard she left us so soon. I will always remember the good times we shared. My husband saw her often at work at United. Our prayers are with you at this time.

Jack, Liz, Joey and Jennifer Marzillo

Lisa Bennett

February 23, 2008

The Sheppard Family,

My sincere sympathy goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Debbie was such a great friend. She was so special to me and will be forever missed. So many will feel the loss of a wonderful friend.

Debbie had a gift for making friends. Her wonderful spirit and personality attracted people to her. Her acquaintances became clients and clients became true friends. I had the privilege of just that. She was my true friend since meeting her over 20 years ago through Midway Airlines. Since that time, we have shared our lives with each other. My children have even shared in the lives of her children too. Family and parenting dominated our conversations but even the little things we talked about are everlasting. I will cherish all our memories and will miss her immensely.

May each special memory shine in your heart and bring you peace. Our memories of Debbie will live in us forever.

Lisa and Family

MR. & MRS. BILL GAUDRY, JR.

February 23, 2008

The Gaudry Family sends it's prayers to the Smith and Sheppard families. Whenever God calls one of the younger ones from us, it is hard first to find our voice, and harder to find the right words. In cases like those, I guess a heartfelt Hail Mary, repeated over and over again, is about the best thing going. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

ruth novak

February 23, 2008

I am saddened to hear of Debbie's passing. She was a wonderful person who touched more people than you could ever imagine. My thoughts are with you all.

Bob Supalla

February 22, 2008

Debbie was a very special friend who I grew up with and whose friendship of over 35 years meant so much.

In sympathy.

Melodi Biggane (and family)

February 22, 2008

We are so saddened to hear about Debbie. She was a wonderful, caring, kind and thoughtful person. Her family meant the world to her, our deepest sympathy to them through this sad time, as you all will be in our prayers. May she always live in our hearts and be remembered.

natalie beglen

February 22, 2008

I was very saddened to hear the news yesterday. I knew Debbie from Jazzercise and have been praying for her and all of you during her fight. You all continue to be in my prayers and I wish you strength and healing during this difficult time.

Remember the good memories - as those can never be taken away.

Wishing you comfort .....


Natalie Beglen

Jennifer Cisneros

February 22, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Renee Donfris

February 22, 2008

Michael, Kaitlyn, Ryan and Kennedy,

Words cannot express the sadness we are feeling today. Debbie was far too young to leave us, but she has touched so many lives. Her kindness and spirit will live on in her children. We will always miss her.

Love,

Renee, Don and Nia Donfris

Brian Grimes

February 22, 2008

Sheppard Family,

Our thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.

God Bless

Brian and Jeanne Grimes
Hinsdale IL

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