Earl (Pat) Sheppard

On January 31, 2026, we lost our Dad, Earl (Pat) Sheppard. Not only did we lose a wonderful Dad, this country lost a great patriot who believed “Made in the USA” was the only way to go. Pat was born to George Sheppard and Etta Cox, of Chicago, IL on January 21, 1929. Chicago was his home until his retirement to Florida.

After serving overseas in Korea, Pat married his sweetheart, Ann Marie Lally on September 30, 1950. Together they raised three children: daughter, Susan (Galen) Doody; son, Kevin and daughter, Ellen (John) Cantù. His entire career was with United Parcel Service.

Second to his love of family, was his love for cars, all cars, but was primarily an AMC enthusiast. Pat’s pride was displayed in his Javelin, Gremlin and Ambassadors.

True to his south side Chicago roots, he was a die-hard White Sox fan. He attended many of their games with his brother Tom and together are remembered by Legacy bricks at White Sox Park.

Pat was preceded in death by his wife, Ann; son, Kevin; parents, George and Etta; and siblings Gertrude, John, George, William, Joseph, Thomas, Eileen, LeRoy and Loretta.

Per his wishes, services will be private and inurnment will be at a later date at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in River Grove, IL.

When remembering Pat, lift your glass and throw one back!