Shepard Adams, age 50 a resident of Baughman St. Philippi passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 7, 2020 at his residence. He was born December 25, 1969 in Alliance, OH a son of Vernan Adams and Norma Jean (Hill) Bowers and Step-Father, Dan Bowers of Philippi Also surviving are- Three Sisters, Diane Adams of Philippi Rose Anderson of Alliance, OH Sandy Barber of Alliance, OH Judy Bennett of Philippi Shepard was preceded in death by his father Vernan Adams, he enjoyed painting and drawing Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home and Crematory 220 N. Walnut Street, Philippi on Wednesday, August 12th from 2-3 pm. Shepard’s request for cremation will be honored.