Theresa Ellen Shepherd, 69, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Josephine (O'Farrell) Willard; her sisters, Connie Cox and Mary Cahill; and her brothers-in-law, Jerry Cox, Danny Cahill, and Robert Edstrom.

Theresa is survived by her children, Tracy Kirk (Roger Dingess), Robert Shepherd (Brett), and Lisa Wilcoxon (Matt); her grandchildren, Alexis Temesvary (Andras), Hannah Higgins (Justin), Cade Shepherd, Brock Shepherd, Brant Shepherd, and Emersyn Shepherd; and her great-grandchildren, Arya and Ashlynn Temesvary, and Parker and Miles Higgins. She is also survived by her siblings, Frances Yow, Ginger Knab (Chuck), Christine Martin (Dave), Annette Edstrom, and Thomas Willard (Mary), as well as many beloved nieces and nephews.

Theresa retired from the United States Postal Service after a dedicated career. She found joy in traveling, playing cards and games, hosting gatherings, and most of all, spending time with her family. A devoted catholic who enjoyed her daily readings with a cup of coffee in her sunroom. She lived a life of faith, love and service. She was also a big Michigan Wolverines fan and loved cheering on her favorite team. Theresa's kind spirit touched everyone who knew her, and she will be fondly remembered for the warmth and joy she brought to every celebration and holiday.

Services will be held at Pfeifer-Woodyard Funeral Home, 7915 E. Main St., Reynoldsburg, Ohio, 43068. Visitation will be on Monday, February 3, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 4, at 11:00 AM, with an additional visitation hour from 10:00 to 11:00 AM prior to the service.

Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers can be made to Mount Carmel Hospice in Columbus, Ohio. The address is 1144 Dublin Rd. Columbus, Ohio 43215.

Pfeifer-Woodyard Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.