Tunnie Eugene Shepherd

Tunnie Eugene Shepherd, 76, went to be with Jesus on June 1, 2025, after a brief illness with many health complications. He was born Feb. 28, 1949, in Wilkes County to the late Jesse Lee Shepherd and Hester Wingler Shepherd. 

In addition to his parents, Tunnie was preceded in death by his brothers, Ray Shepherd, Jim Shepherd and Phillip Shepherd; his sister, Carol Shepherd; and his beloved dog, Cody. 

Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 48 years, Penny Shepherd; sons, Mark Shepherd (wife Lori) and Christopher Shepherd; grandchildren, Kynlie Shepherd, Chloe Cody and Christopher Shepherd Jr; brother, Claude Shepherd (wife Francis); sister, Kathern Smithy (husband Clayton); many nieces and nephews; and dogs, Maggie and Buster; and cat, Tiger. 

Tunnie enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and spending time with his family. He was a member of Kernersville Wesleyan Church, where he served in maintenance for over 10 years. He retired from Carolina Steel after 30 + years of service. 

The family would like to thank the many family and friends who helped and cared for their needs during this difficult time. 

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Kernersville Wesleyan Church, 930 N. Main Street, Kernersville, at a later date. Family has requested donations in honor of Tunnie be made to Kernersville Wesleyan Church.

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