Dottie DiOrio

Dottie DiOrio

Dottie DiOrio. is a former, long-time Shepherd’s Pantry volunteer who learned about the food pantry from her friend, Lila Bailey. She greatly enjoyed volunteering on Monday mornings at the hospitality table and welcoming both fellow volunteers and clients as they...
Larry Bisbee

Larry Bisbee

Sixteen years ago, Larry Bisbee answered an ad in the newspaper looking for volunteers at a local food pantry. He had recently moved to the area and was looking for something to do in his new community. “I didn’t know I’d be inheriting a family!” –...
Suzie Noyles

Suzie Noyles

Suzie Noyles is a highly-valued, former Shepherd’s Pantry volunteer who greatly enjoyed collecting donations, especially at Mac’s Apples. She’s well-known for her quick wit and clever jokes, such as: “Why is the Statue of Liberty’s arm 11 inches...

A Promise That Was Not Forgotten

Years ago there was a client named “Joseph”. He would pull up to Shepherd’s Pantry driving his pickup truck with Tommy, his little son, strapped into a car seat. Joseph’s wife had walked out on both of them and he was in financial hardship. He  came to Shepherd’s...

Siblings Who Need a Hand

“Tracy” and “John” are sister and brother who are intellectually impaired adults. They live in a home with their sibling who does the very best to provide them with shelter and necessities. Coming to Shepherd’s Pantry to get groceries helps to cover their food...