Mr. Arthur “Tot” Shepherd passed away Tuesday.

He was born April 1, 1955, in LaGrange, Georgia, to the late Charlie Sheppherd and Ella Mae Denlaney.

For years, he worked as a handy man and provided lawn care.

Survivors include his children, Hattie Patterson (Rajerrick Price), Brian Patterson, and Omar (Marie) Harris; nine grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Ruthie Saleem, Candice Delaney; brothers-in-law, John Moton and George Rutledge; special cousin, Marshal Stinson; best friend, Nina Cotton Walker; special friend, Joan Presley; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

The service will be Saturday at 2 p.m. at Smyrna Baptist Church.

The family will be at their home at 515 Ware Street.

The excellent care of Mr. Shepherd is being provided by Lakes-Dunson-Robertson Funeral Home.