Obituary of Yvonne Sheard

Yvonne Marie (Lutje) Sheard of Rowlett, Texas, passed away July 9 at Faith Presbyterian Hospice after a fierce battle with Alzheimer's disease. Yvonne was born March 6, 1959, in Cedaredge, Colorado, to parents Charles John Lutje and Sue Ann Green. She earned a Bachelor's degree from University of Northern Colorado, 1981, with a major in Early Childhood Education and a minor in Speech Pathology. In 1982, she married Lawrence Charles Sheard in Denver, Colorado. Yvonne taught school in the Denver area and later was a Credit Collections Trainer for May D&F. She reared two sons, supported an abundance of school events, PTA meetings, sporting functions, band performances and other activities. She was the heartbeat of our family. She enjoyed scavenger hunting for unique jewelry, glamping, cycling and nature walks. She also had a passion for four-legged critters! Yvonne is survived by her husband, Larry, and her sons Justin Sheard and Jacob Sheard, Mother Sue Ann Lute, Sister Valerie Albright and Brother Joe Lutje. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial/contribution to your local animal shelter.