Darleen N. Shephard

Darleen Shephard, 80, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on July 18, 2024, with loved ones by her side.

She was born on January 21, 1944, at Cobleskill Hospital, in Cobleskill, New York. She grew up on her family farm in Sharon Springs along with her two brothers Willard and Henry. At the age of 17, Darleen would marry her husband, Barry, on April 22, 1961, eventually settling in Mariaville where they would raise their family.

Darleen enjoyed playing bingo with her friends, going to the casino and golfing. There was rarely a card game she didn’t know and was always ready to play, be it with friends or family. In the summer months, Darleen would spend her time camping in Lake Luzerne and more recently winters at her second home in Fort Myers, Florida. Those who knew Darleen, remembered her infectious laugh, strong will, and the love she had for her family.

Darleen is preceded in death by her father Willard Larkin Sr., mother Virginia Wissenbach, and brother Willard Larkin Jr. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Barry Sr., brother, Henry, her four children Barry (Denise) Shephard Jr., James (Eleanor) Shephard, Debra (David) Allor, and Garry (Kimberly) Shephard, and her grandchildren Ashley, Zachary, Lindsay, Gianna, Brandon, Aidan, and Jillian.

Memorial service will be held July 26, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Christ Church of the Hills in Mariaville, NY.