Buford Shepherd, 74, of Columbia, passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Fair Oaks Health and Rehabilitation in Jamestown. He was born on July 28, 1951 in Sano, the only son of the late Nolen and Velma Adkins Shepherd.
He was a retired heavy equipment operator and member of the Operating Engineers Union. Buford was a husband, father and grandfather, and a member of the Bernard Ridge Church of God. He enjoyed fishing, bird hunting and horse racing.
Survivors include his wife, Rosetta Andrew Shepherd of Columbia; two sons, Ed Shepherd and Bobby (and Linda) Shepherd, both of Russell Springs; three grandchildren, Bethany Stamm, Alex Snider, and Danielle Shepherd; six great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, andcousins.
In addition to his parents, Buford was preceded in death by six sisters, Faye Doss, Alma Shepherd, Janice George, Nell Hudson, Joyce White, and Jean Long.
Funeral Services were held February 16, 2026 at Bernard Funeral Home. Bro. Charles Shepherd and Bro. Eric Richardson officiated. Burial in Shepherd Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Ed Shepherd, Bobby Shepherd, DeWayne Neat, Doug Shepherd, Chris Long, and Steve Long.
