Ronald W Sheppard

Ronald W. Sheppard, 90 of West Salem, Ohio died on July 29, 2024 at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center in Fairlawn. He was born to parents Ralph and Carrie (Caskey) Sheppard on June 5, 1934 in Wadsworth, Ohio. Ron served the United States in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict. After his service to our country, he worked as a truck driver for over 53 years. He was a lifetime member to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), AMVETS and the James Stevenson American Legion Post 499.

Ronald leaves behind his two sons: Ralph Sheppard of Mexico and Ronnie Sheppard of Virginia; seven grandchildren; many great grandchildren; and sister, Janice O’Neil of Fredericksburg. He preceded in death by his parents, two daughters, one sister and one brother-in-law.

The funeral for Ronald will be Thursday August 1st, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Matteson Funeral Home in West Salem with Pastor Mark Thompson officiating.  Visitation will be an hour prior to the service. Ronald will be buried in Burbank Cemetery where Military Honors Rites will be conducted by James Stevenson American Legion Post 499 of West Salem. If you have a photo or a memory to share of Ronald you may do so at mattesonfh.com.