Martha L. Shepard, 88, of Topsham, Maine died peacefully on July 3, 2016 of natural causes. She was a long term resident of The Highlands.

Martha was born on March 1, 1928, the daughter of J. Howard and Helen Wiley Loughman.

Martha graduated from Colby College in Waterville. Her many residences included Turkey, Needham Massachusetts, Sliver Spring, Maryland and Boothbay Harbor. She was an exceptional homemaker and gardener, as well as being deeply involved in various church and community activities. Over the years she became an accomplished artist, displaying several of her works at showings and exhibits in the Midcoast area.

She is survived by her sister, Barbara; brother, Robert; former husband, Barclay; sons, Douglas, Richard, and David; also her daughters-in-law, Mary Kay, Catherine and Amy; as well as many nieces and nephews. She had nine grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

Martha was loved by all and will be sorely missed.

In memoriam, she would appreciate any donations in her honor to be sent to Mid Coast Hunger Prevention, 12 Tenney Way, Brunswick, ME 04011.

A Celebration of Life service for family and friends will be held at a later date.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.FuneralAlternatives.net.

Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives, 155 Bath Rd., Brunswick.