Shepherd, Melanie Renee

Loved Jesus With All Her Heart

  • Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Melanie Renee Shepherd
Melanie Renee Shepherd

Melanie Renee Shepherd, 54, of Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.

Melanie was born in Mt. Sterling, Ky., on Dec. 11, 1969, the daughter of Charles and Irma Shepherd. She loved Jesus with all her heart. Melanie loved sports, gardening, bass fishing, bargain shopping, woodworking, and restoring jewelry boxes.

In addition to her parents, survivors include four brothers, Tim Shepherd (Kristen), Jon Shepherd (Debbie), Daniel Shepherd (Rica), and Andrew Shepherd (Megan). Several nieces and nephews also survive.

A private service will be held.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests memorial contributions be made to Solomon’s House, 16 Glenron Drive, Chattanooga, Tn. 37415, Ooltewah Church of Christ, 3206 Ooltewah Ringgold Rd, Ooltewah, Tn. 37363, or In Search of the Lord’s Way, 1321 East 9th Street, Edmond, Ok. 73034.

Visit the online obituary www.heritagechattanooga.com to post tributes and share memories.

Arrangements are by Heritage Funeral Home, East Brainerd Chapel.

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