John James Shepherd, 101, Park Falls

John James Shepherd (Doc or Jim) passed away peacefully  on April 15, 2026 at Park Manor at the beautiful age of 101and 3 months. He was born January 20, 1925 in Oakland, California after his parents, John G Shepherd and Lillien Steffeck Shepherd, happened to wander out there via North Dakota and Utah. They later returned to Wisconsin where, after an adventurous childhood John graduated from Park Falls High School in 1942 at the age of 17. During WW2 he worked in various Interesting  jobs in Milwaukee while attending and finishing College in Milwaukee. He wrote many interesting stories about that time in his life.   In 1952 he embarked on a long bicycle tour of Europe meeting many fascinating folks who became friends. While there he also studied a new universal language called Esperanto.

He finally returned to Park Falls and started working at St Croix Rods in 1955 and worked there for 46 years. He was involved with many organizations, including labor council and the democratic party. He enjoyed golfing and was a member of the country club, and he loved bowling and his hobby of bee keeping. 

He was an avid reader of history, geography and current events and loved to write many stories of his own experiences.

He is survived and dearly loved by nieces, Elyn Schloer of Park Falls and Ann Marin ( Dan) of Tucson, Arizona. He is also survived and loved by grand nephews and nieces and great grand nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his Parents, Dr. John G. Shepherd ( chiropractor) and Lillien J Shepherd, One brother, Dr. William D Shepherd (chiropractor) and sister in law, Janet Shepherd, and one sister Leta Shepherd Gerber.

A long and independent life that was well, usefully, and joyfully lived.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00am on Thursday May 14, 2026, at Birch Street Funeral Service Chapel in Park Falls. Brad Dehmlow will officiate.

Interment at Nola Cemetery will follow.

A visitation will be held on Thursday May 14, 2026, from 10:00am until the hour of the service at the funeral home. 

The family would like to thank the staff at Park Manor for providing exceptional care and friendship to John during his stay.

Birch Street Funeral Service is assisting the family.