Brenda Joyce

Shepherd

Mrs. Brenda Joyce Shepherd (nee: Alexander), of Camdenton, MO., formally of Marthasville, MO., passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2021. She was born on March 5, 1952, to the late James and Joyce (nee: Albright) Alexander. Brenda had reached the age of 69 years.

Brenda worked in the health care industry for many years and thoroughly enjoyed her job. She was the "Leader of the Pack" and was always busy and in charge. She had an abundance of energy, that everyone envied. Brenda loved her family with her whole heart and loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed planning family weddings, dancing, fishing and traveling. She also enjoyed crafts, sewing, cooking and baking. Her favorite time of year was Spring. She was united in marriage to Ernie Shepherd on March 25, 2017 in Washington, MO. Brenda was a wonderful, loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend.

Brenda Shepherd was preceded in death by her parents, James and Joyce; one daughter, Lindsey Ann Clemons; two brothers, Paul Alexander , Jimmy Alexander; one step daughter, Karen Alexander. Those family members and friends who are grateful for having shared in Brenda's life are her husband, Ernie; her five children, Tommy Aholt, Stephanie DeCoster and husband Billy, Timmy Aholt, Alexis Gourley and husband Jeremy, Coty Garris; five step children, Cheryl Norton, Bobby Garris and wife Melanie, Crystal Bridgette and husband David, Adriell Shepherd and wife Jessica, Felicia Wright and Earl Buck; 34 grandchildren, Brandon, Ryan, Jared, Bryce, Gage, DJ, Tasha, Delia, Kalyn, Nathan, Brennon, Logan, Aleah, Landin,Drake, Reece, Violette, Kailey, Adrionna, Anaya, Michael, Brayden, Gracie, Jordan, Aleeah, Brionna, Elisha, Karen, Samantha, Dustin, Robby, Destiny, Anna, Billy; 6 great grandchildren, Hayden, Kiya, Sophia, Tristan, Willow, Avery; 5 brothers, Danny Alexander, Bruce Alexander and wife Denise, Greg Alexander, Steven Alexander, David Alexander; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

A Celebration of Life service for Brenda Shepherd will be held on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Martin Funeral Home in Marthasville. Services will begin at 12:00 PM with Pastor George Dohm officiating. Memorial donations are suggested to the family of Brenda Shepherd, c/o Martin Funeral Home, 510 East Main Street, Warrenton, MO 63383. Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net