Charles Sheppard Jr. passed away on March 26, 2026.

Charles was born on March 6, 1959 at Luke Air Force Base in Glendale Arizona to Charles and Virginia Sheppard Sr. Charles had a passion for Art and was an amazing artist. He also had a love for music and enjoyed playing the guitar and drums. He appreciated music of every kind and found joy in sharing that passion with others. He also acquired a love for cooking in his later years trying his hand at many family recipes. 

He is survived by his loving mother Virginia Dukes and his sister, Lori Lynne Labriola, and her husband Mark Labriola. He was preceded in death by his father Charles Sheppard Sr, and his sister Cheryl Johnson. Charles had no spouse or children.

Funeral services will be held at Menke Funeral home at 12420 N. 103 Ave. Sun City, AZ 85351.  Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. on May 26, 2026 with funeral services to follow. A graveside service will be held immediately following at Rest Haven Cemetery.

A luncheon will be held afterward for family and friends at Menke Funeral Home.