Edna Christine Shepard Nahunta, Georgia Obituary

Edna Christine Shepard

Hortense- Edna Christine Drury Shepard, 62 of Hortense, passed away Saturday (September 25, 2021) at Southeast Georgia Health System in Brunswick following a brief illness. Born in Kassel, West Germany, her parents are Winston Darrell Drury and Ingeborg G. Kurz Drury of Hortense. She was preceded in death by her sister, Eva Marie Drury. Edna worked as a cook for Kellwel Food Services. She was a member of Philadelphia Wesleyan Church and enjoyed reading, fishing, going to the river, and loved her family and her cats. Survivors include her son and his fiancé, Dustin Shepard (Cori Lupo), of Kennersville, NC.; a granddaughter, Kinley Lane Shepard; her parents, Winston and Inge Drury, of Hortense; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Winston C. Drury, of Hortense and Richard D. Drury (Frances), of Devils Lake, ND.; nieces and nephews, Ashley Drury, Rick Drury, Ryan Drury, and Kaitlyn Drury, all of Devils Lake, ND., Nikki Drury, of Ohio, and Chelsea Drury, of Brunswick. Also several other relatives and a host of friends. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, (September 29, 2021) at 11AM at Drury Cemetery; 8141 Hwy 32 East Hortense, GA 31543, with Rev. Sheldon Rowell officiating. Visitation will be held thirty minutes prior to the service starting at 10:30am at the cemetery. Due to the COVID-19, we would like to ask all to please follow the rules for social distancing and face mask, are highly recommended at the service. Also, anyone who does not feel comfortable with attending the services the family would like for you to know they understand and covet your prayers. Arrangements are with Frye Funeral Home, Nahunta. Sympathy may be expressed by signing our online registry at fryefh.com.
January 21, 1959 - September 25, 202101/21/195909/25/2021
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Shirlene Harre)l
September 29, 2021
I'm truly sorry to hear about Edna alot people say she gained her wings i think she already had them w just didn't see them I know she has been great help & blessing to her family & friends u r all in my prayers May God's holy spirit lift u all up during this time flood ... Continue Reading
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Donna Rowell
September 29, 2021
Go fly high Edna. You were a special friend and will be remembered with love.
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John Wesley Johnson
September 29, 2021
Ms Edna will be missed by Her Work families. Valley Services, Summit and Kellwell food management. We will always remember the smile she would put on your face even when we had a hard day. We will truly miss her. May the grace of God be with the Family. Get your rest Ms ... Continue Reading
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John Wesley Johnson
September 29, 2021
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Suzanne (Boatwright) Barber
September 29, 2021
Dustin and Family, you have my deepest condolences. The world has lost a truly sweet soul. I’m praying for you all.
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Patricia Chancey
September 28, 2021
I'm going to miss you so much my dear sweet friend. Fly high girlie. My condolences to Dustin and Mr and Mrs Drury. You are in my prayers.
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Charlene kast
September 28, 2021
Loved this girl, boating and fishing, you'll be missed
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Cindy Halvorson
September 28, 2021
Richard, Frances and family,
Lloyd and I were so sadden by the news of your sisters passing. Condolences and blessings to your entire family. I hope the beautiful memories you have of her will help you get through this difficult time.
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Lynne D Crews
September 28, 2021
Mr. & Mrs. Drury, Dustin, and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort you.
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Edna's Kellwell Family
September 28, 2021
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Edna's presence will always be felt and forever missed.
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