Oliver Sheppard

Oliver Nelson Sheppard, 77, of Shinnston, WV formerly of Connecticut, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2016 at his home. He was born July 31, 1939 in Emoryville, WV a son of the late Charles N. and Phyllis Laura Rhodes Sheppard. Oliver is survived by his granddaughter, Sandra N. Booker and husband Emanuel of Waterford, CT; son-in-law, Kevin E. Chisler of Brooklyn, CT; his brother, Joseph Sheppard of Shinnston, WV; and sister, Phyllis E. “Betty” Arbogast of Gypsy, WV; and a sister-in-law, Thelma Sheppard of Killingly, CT; as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Oliver was preceded in death by his daughter, Katherine June Chisler and his brother, Charles Sheppard. Oliver served our country in the U.S. Army. He was employed by Anchor Glass. A memorial service will be held at a later date at the Nethkin Cemetery in Mineral County, WV. Online condolences may be extended to the family at www.perinefunerals.com