Celebrating the life of
Edna Sheppard Dukendorf
January 18, 1926 - July 21, 2010
Edna Sheppard Dukendorf, 84, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, July 21, 2010. She is survived by her cherished husband and best friend of 64 years, Edward Dukendorf. Loving mother of Kathy Puljung and Colleen Larry Ortman. Dear grandmother of Erik Natalie Puljung, Elizabeth Jimmy Chiminski, Heather Puljung and the late Joseph Ortman. Edna had 3 great grandchildren, Tyler, Jimmy and Jack. Edna is also survived by one brother, Mike Sheppard.
She was born on January 18, 1926 in Clarksville, Tennessee, daughter of John Wesley Sheppard and Martha Gibbs Sheppard. She was preceded in death by her brothers Edward, Robert, George and James Patrick, and sister Dorothy Sheppard Shatkus. At age 17, Edna assumed care of her younger siblings after the death of her mother.
She moved to Chicago when she married in 1946. She loved Chicago and enjoyed the things the city had to offer. Edna served as Chief Accountant and Treasurer for Frank's Bindery. She was also active in church activities all through the years she lived there.
Edna and Ed retired to Clarksville, Tennessee in June of 1986. She renewed many girlhood friendships and became very active at Immaculate Conception parish and Memorial Hospital as a volunteer. She arranged many church outings and was well known for her outstanding baked goods and her ability to host a party.
In 2002, Ed and Edna moved to Savannah to be closer to family. She was a parishioner at St. Peter's Church. She has many friends here. Edna participated in the Forever Young Group.
Edna will be missed by all who knew her. She will live on forever as we carry her memories in our hearts.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 25, 2010 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel. A Vigil Service will be held at 6:00 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 26, 2010 at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church with The Reverend Msgr. P. James Costigan, Celebrant.
Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
The family suggests that remembrances may be made to St. Peter the Apostle School, P.O. Box 30859, Savannah, GA 31410 or Hospice Savannah, P.O. 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
Aunt Edna was one of my favorite aunts. I've lost contact with Uncle Ed and Aunt Edna since they moved to Savannah. It saddens my heart to hear she has passed on. Carole Wilds
- Carole Dukendorf Wilds, Marietta, GA
Edna was our children's 'grandmother' in Clarksville. Our family had many delightful visits with both Edna and Ed. Our hearts and prayers go out to you Ed. Love, The Minneci Family
- Peter and Diane Minneci and family, Crossville, TN
Ed & family, Please except our condolences on the loss of your friend and partner in life. Edna will be sorely missed, especially for her dry wit. The short time we've known the two of you has been a true inspiration. May God continue to bless and keep you Ed.
- Richard & Mary Pawloski, Savannah, GA
John and I spent many enjoyable hours with the two of you both in Chicago and Clarksville. She was a wonderful person, great wife and mother. Our prayers are with you and your family.
- Paul & Virginia Barnett-Buchner, Placerville, CA
Dear Family, Ed and Edna have been wonderful friends for so many years. We just 'took to each other' and that is a good thing. We loved Edna from the gitgo; she was easy to love, with so many talents. What a wonderful southern woman, who I try to emulate. Please accept the sympathy and love from us. Dave and BettyAnn King
- BettyAnn & Dave King, Savannah, GA
Working with Ed at the Chicago Water Department, I always heard wonderful stories of his wife Edna. After meeting her, I knew they were all true. She was a wonderful wife and mother. Ed was very lucky to have shared his life with her. And she made the best rum balls ever!!!! We could hardly wait for Christmas when she always sent some with Ed to work. Our condolences to Ed and family.
- Matt Sopron, Chicago, IL
Greetings, Ed, Kathy, Colleen, and Children. Dave and I loved Edna and Ed, and we are so sorry one of the team has gone. Love, BAnn & Dave See You Monday
- BettyAnn & Dave King, Savannah, GA
As Colleen's best friend growing up, I have many wonderful memories of Mrs. Dukendorf. Her home was always a welcome place to visit and she treated all us girls as family.
- Margaret Vroman, Pinckney, MI
Aunt Edna was one of my favorite aunts. I've lost contact with Uncle Ed and Aunt Edna since they moved to Savannah. It saddens my heart to hear she has passed on. Carole Wilds
- Carole Dukendorf Wilds, Marietta, GA
Edna was our children's 'grandmother' in Clarksville. Our family had many delightful visits with both Edna and Ed. Our hearts and prayers go out to you Ed. Love, The Minneci Family
- Peter and Diane Minneci and family, Crossville, TN
Ed & family, Please except our condolences on the loss of your friend and partner in life. Edna will be sorely missed, especially for her dry wit. The short time we've known the two of you has been a true inspiration. May God continue to bless and keep you Ed.
- Richard & Mary Pawloski, Savannah, GA
John and I spent many enjoyable hours with the two of you both in Chicago and Clarksville. She was a wonderful person, great wife and mother. Our prayers are with you and your family.
- Paul & Virginia Barnett-Buchner, Placerville, CA
Dear Family, Ed and Edna have been wonderful friends for so many years. We just 'took to each other' and that is a good thing. We loved Edna from the gitgo; she was easy to love, with so many talents. What a wonderful southern woman, who I try to emulate. Please accept the sympathy and love from us. Dave and BettyAnn King
- BettyAnn & Dave King, Savannah, GA
Working with Ed at the Chicago Water Department, I always heard wonderful stories of his wife Edna. After meeting her, I knew they were all true. She was a wonderful wife and mother. Ed was very lucky to have shared his life with her. And she made the best rum balls ever!!!! We could hardly wait for Christmas when she always sent some with Ed to work. Our condolences to Ed and family.
- Matt Sopron, Chicago, IL
Greetings, Ed, Kathy, Colleen, and Children. Dave and I loved Edna and Ed, and we are so sorry one of the team has gone. Love, BAnn & Dave See You Monday
- BettyAnn & Dave King, Savannah, GA
As Colleen's best friend growing up, I have many wonderful memories of Mrs. Dukendorf. Her home was always a welcome place to visit and she treated all us girls as family.
- Margaret Vroman, Pinckney, MI
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
