Dennis Shepard
Dennis Shepard | |
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Born | |
Alma mater | University of Wyoming |
Occupation | Oil industry safety engineer |
Spouse | Judy Shepard |
Children | Matthew Shepard (1976–1998) Logan Shepard (b. 1981) |
Dennis Shepard is the father of
Personal life
Born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Shepard earned a degree in education from the University of Wyoming before marrying Judy in 1973 and moving to Casper, Wyoming, in 1976. While they have also resided in Saudi Arabia, they have since returned to Casper, where they currently work and reside.[2][3] Dennis is the father of two sons, Matthew Wayne Shepard (1976–1998) and Logan Shepard (born 1981).[4][5]
Career
Shepard was an oil industry safety engineer,
Advocacy
He has served on the Matthew Shepard Foundation board of directors since the organization's inception and currently speaks to audiences around the country, particularly to victims' advocacy organizations and law enforcement audiences about his experiences and the importance of equal treatment of LGBT crime victims and their loved ones.
Dennis and his wife Judy announced Wyoming's votes in the roll call at the 2020 Democratic National Convention.[10]
See also
References
- ^ Becker, John M. (October 12, 2013). "In Memoriam: Matthew Shepard". Bilerico Project. Archived from the original on September 23, 2015. Retrieved October 20, 2013.
- ^ a b c d "Coast-to-Coast World Premiere Film Screening: Matt Shepard Is a Friend of Mine". Washington National Cathedral. 2013. Archived from the original on October 25, 2014. Retrieved October 20, 2013.
- ^ "Judy Shepard Bio". Matthew Shepard Foundation. Archived from the original on May 24, 2010. Retrieved October 12, 2009.
- ^ Volin, Katherine (April 11, 2008). "At his brother's 'Place': Logan Shepard, brother of Matthew, debuts blog and goes to work for family's foundation". Washington Blade. Archived from the original on November 1, 2009.
- ^ "FAQs About Matthew". Matthew Shepard Foundation. Archived from the original on May 5, 2009.
- ^ Glionna, John M. (October 10, 2013). "15 years after Matthew Shepard's murder, his mother looks ahead". Los Angeles Times. Laramie, Wyoming. Retrieved October 20, 2013.
- ^ Storrow, Benjamin (June 17, 2013). "The road to equality: Dennis and Judy Shepard are still fighting 15 years after their son's death". Casper Star-Tribune. Retrieved October 20, 2013.
- ^ "Obama Signs Hate Crimes Bill". The New York Times. 28 October 2009. Retrieved September 29, 2013.
- ^ "Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Act passes Congress, finally". Mercurynews.com. Retrieved December 30, 2012.
- ^ Staff (August 19, 2020). "Watch Full Roll Call at the 2020 Democratic National Convention". Chicago Sun-Times.