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Jexa Melvin Shephard, age 95, resident of Mobile, Alabama passed away on December 1, 2022. He was born on January 27, 1927. He is preceded in death by his daughter; Sandra Scopolites, and his grandson; Adam Scopolites.
Jexa is survived by his wife; Elizabeth Shephard, one daughter; Tammy (Lonnie) McIlwain, three grandchildren; Troy, Evie, Lauren, six great-grandchildren; Deanna, Bailey, Celeste, Raven, Naomi, and Echo.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 8, 2022 from 12:00- 1:00 PM at Valhalla Funeral Home. The funeral service will begin at 1:00 PM, Interment will follow in Valhalla Memorial Gardens.