Author Archives: David Ivey

(March 3, 1938–November 29, 2013) Devotion to Jeff Shelbie’s 57 year marriage to Jeff was a true love story. In fact, it was a Sacred Harp love story since Shelbie met Jeff at a Sacred Harp singing and married him … Continue reading →

(September 11, 1930–August 2, 2013) Quintessential Sacred Harp Man Jeff Sheppard was the quintessential Sacred Harp Man. And, always, Shelbie was at his side. After his family, Sacred Harp singing was Jeff’s life. He was a blue collar worker for … Continue reading →