On March 31, 2026, Madge Shepherd Fields, age 96, of Columbus, Mississippi, was promoted to her heavenly home. A celebration service of her life will be held at The Assembly on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the church.

Mrs. Madge was born on June 21, 1929, in Shuqualak, Mississippi, to the late Willie Martin Shepherd and Ethel Marie Nester Shepherd. She graduated from East Mississippi Community College, where she was honored as the “Friendliest Girl,” a reflection of the warmth and kindness that would define her life. In 1950, she married the love of her life, Brooks “Jack” Fields, and faithfully served alongside him in his business, Fields Construction, as his secretary.

In 1954, she became a devoted member of First Assembly of God in Columbus, where she worshiped and served faithfully for over 70 years. An important part of her life was her church, where she was actively involved in the choir, taught Sunday School, and was a dedicated member of her Tuesday morning Bible study group, rarely missing a gathering. Her faith was evident in both her words and her actions, and she lived her life as a true example of Christ’s love.

Mrs. Madge was a gifted and gracious homemaker, known especially for her delicious cooking. Her peanut brittle and caramel cakes were favorites among family and friends, and her kitchen was often a place of fellowship, laughter, and love. She had a servant’s heart and a gentle spirit, always putting others before herself.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Brooks “Jack” Fields; her sisters Lois McMullen, Opal McBrayer, Sallie Henderson, Carolyn Rester, and Cherry Dailey Stribling; and her brothers Bo Shepherd, Brooks Shepherd, and John Shepherd.

Mrs. Madge is survived by her loving family:Daughters– Beverly Lane (Greg) of Columbus, MS; Karen Wilson (Robert) of Katy, TX

Grandchildren – James Fancher (Wendi), Brian Lane (Angela), Kelly Denton (Ashley), Aaron Lane (Amanda)

She was also blessed with eleven great-grandchildren – Alexis, Jordan, Brittany, Taylor, Isabella, Gavin, Judah, Braysen, Micah, Avyn, and Jaxon – as well as eight great-great-grandchildren.

She is also survived by her sisters Gloria Bynum and Faye Coleman, and her brother, Kline Shepherd.

Mrs. Madge was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and faithful friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her life was marked by kindness, faithfulness, and quiet strength, and her legacy will continue for generations to come. Her family finds comfort in knowing she is now in the presence of her Savior, reunited with those who have gone before her.