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War broke out and early discharges more on the koreAn WAr
were frozen, causing him to stay way. Although
in the service for another year. He seven decades
was redeployed to North Africa for have passed, he
six more months, where he began will always remember his years in the
construction of a boat dock until he US Navy, as that season of life played
was finally discharged on September 3, a significant role in molding him into
1951. the man he is today. It was there he
learned discipline and the value of
Back in Texas, Ken joined his older hard work. He was also afforded great
brother in Levelland, where he met his opportunities to see the world, and it
wife, Sue. Together, they established gave him a perspective he would never
their home in the small town and have gained otherwise.
raised their family. He began his long-
standing career in the oil field. He Having always believed the United
also became an active member of First States was the best country in
Baptist Church where he served in the world, his time in the service
numerous roles. confirmed that belief he still holds
today. Transformed by Christ and forged by the sea,
Ken and his wife enjoy their days at Raider Ranch Ken Sheppard’s selfless service to his country, his
now. His family has expanded to include nine family, and his community has made a lasting impact
grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren with for the better.
thank you for your service
SUPPORTING AND HONORING ALL VETERANS
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