Stephen Eugene Shepard, Former Augusta Official and Attorney, Dies at 75
Stephen “Steve” Eugene Shepard, a former Augusta commissioner, magistrate judge, and longtime attorney, has died at the age of 75. Shepard passed away on September 15 in Augusta, Georgia, after a career spanning nearly five decades in law and public…
Augusta Aiken, GA, September 17, 2026 — Stephen “Steve” Eugene Shepard, a figure with a distinguished career in law and public service, passed away on September 15 in Augusta, Georgia. He was 75 years old.
Shepard’s professional life encompassed nearly five decades, during which he held significant roles including former Augusta commissioner and magistrate judge. He was also a longtime practicing attorney in the Augusta area.
His contributions to the community and the legal field were extensive, reflecting a commitment to public service and the practice of law. Further details regarding the circumstances of his passing or specific career achievements were not provided. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The inspection outcomes were not provided. The code violations were not provided. The permit status was not provided. What happened next was not provided. Shepard’s death marks the end of a long and impactful tenure in Augusta’s legal and political landscape. The attorney’s career began years ago, establishing him as a known entity within the community.
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