Gregory S. Sheppard, age 52, of Canton passed away Friday, October 3, 2008 at Mercy Medical Center. Preceded in death by his father John Sheppard, sister Tamara Edwards and brother Lawrence R.C. Sheppard. He is survived by a son Gregory Scott Sheppard of Akron; mother Shirley Howell; brother John (Rose) Sheppard; sisters, Laura Snaith and Shirley Howell all of Canton and many nieces and nephews. No services are scheduled. Condolences may be made to the family c/o John Sheppard, 2015-20th St. N.E., Canton, OH 44705 (Arnold 330-456-7291) www.arnoldfuneralhome.com