Isaac F. Shepard

Biography

Isaac F. Shepard was born in 1816 and devoted himself to the steady work of building community institutions, bringing a calm reliability to the civic and commercial life that centered around the Wildwood Cemetery area. He combined a thoughtful appreciation of his neighbors with a practical attention to the details of the town’s growth, serving as a steady presence during decades of change.

Even as the century brought new challenges, Shepard remained committed to preserving the dignity of shared spaces, helping ensure that Wildwood Cemetery and the surrounding neighborhoods reflected the care and respect that characterized his life.