Michael “Mike” Emile Sheppard Sr., of Bonners Ferry, Idaho, passed away on July 14th, 2024, in Vidor, Texas. Mike was a dedicated project manager for oil refineries, known for his expertise and leadership. He loved the outdoors, often fishing, hunting, gardening, and bird watching. Above all, he cherished time with his family. He traveled all fifty states and multiple foreign countries, sharing adventures with his wife and family. Mike is survived by his wife of 45 years, Trevelyn Sheppard; children: Heath Sheppard, Kimberly Cooper, Travis Sheppard, Michael Sheppard Jr., Trevelyn “Tes” Sheppard, and Ploman Sheppard. He is also survived by his father, P.R. “Shep” Sheppard; sisters, Donna Richards and Luci Sheppard; brother, Jude Sheppard; 18 grandchildren; and 2 great-grandchildren.