HARLEM, Ga. - Shelton (Shelley) Paulos, age 38, entered into rest November 9th. A memorial service will be held at Journey Community Church Monday, November 12, 2012 at 2:00 PM with Pastor Bobby Smith officiating. Ms. Paulos was a longtime resident of Harlem. She graduated from North Augusta High School and had worked over the years in various positions in office management. survivors include her beloved son Luke Paulos; parents Sarah and Alford Barnett; father Charles Paulos; sisters Stacey (Bruce) Randall, Sadie (Frank) Mishoe; brother Matt Paulos; foster daughter Jill Gonzalez; maternal grandmother Jean Shelton and paternal grandmother Betty Baldwin; other family members, Steve and Ruth Baldwin and family, and Terry Harris; her nephews James Herndon, Steven Randall, Gabe McGhee and McCoy Mishoe; and her aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather Billy Shelton and paternal grandfather Bob Baldwin. She was an active member of Journey Community Church and loved her church. Shelley enjoyed family gatherings, church activities, getting together with friends, road trips, camping, and holidays. Christmas was her favorite holiday and she would have her tree up by Thanksgiving. She would be out in the wee hours of the morning on the day after Thanksgiving happily shopping in all of the crowds. All who knew her appreciated her quick wit and her love of music. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Lydia Project, 2501 McDowell Street, Augusta, GA 30904. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to Trinity Hospice for the support and loving care that was given to Shelley during her illness. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the memorial service at Journey Community Church. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy. 78, Harlem, Ga. Please visit starlingfuneralhome.com to sign online guest book.
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Shell-it's been 1 year since you left us. As you already know, "Sixx" has joined you in heaven 2 days ago. I know you were there to help her and both of ya are rockin' it out now. I wanted to write here in memory of you 1 year later. Two of the headbanger sisters are gone from Earth but not from our hearts and memories. Miss you lots!
Miko BassGirl Villagran
November 9, 2013
Ashley Fountain
November 12, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Shelley was a gift that we got to share for too short a time.
Carl Chesley
November 12, 2012
Dear Family, may The Lord comfort you. As The Lord receives Shelly into His arms we can rejoice even though the sorrow for now will be acute May God comfort and provide for all those Shelly loved so much
James and Joanne Paulos
November 12, 2012
My heart goes out to you for the deep loss you must be feeling for your beloved Shelly. How sad to lose someone so loved and so needed. May you find comfort in prayer and in one another.
Jeremiah 29:12,13
November 12, 2012
so very sorry for your loss.
Lloyd Horton
November 12, 2012
Thoughts and prayers for the family
Brooke Faulkner
November 12, 2012
Sending thoughts and prayers for Luke and Shelly's family. Shelly watched my children for awhile and I loved sitting and talking with her. She was always very happy and upbeat and was always smiling.
Judy Strogonoff
November 12, 2012
My heart goes out to your family. Shelley was a flower girl in my wedding--can that be 33 years ago? My prayers are with you.
Lynne Drye
November 12, 2012
Shannon Sapp Cole
November 12, 2012
May God hold you close during this time of need. Childhood friends are never forgotten.
Lauren Felder Amos
November 11, 2012
Love you Shelley! <3
Jacqueline Moye
November 11, 2012
My thoughts and prayers to Luke and all the family Devon Chenoweth (Band)at Harlem High
November 11, 2012
We will miss our dear cousin. May her soul rest in peace. May her memory be eternal.
With love and prayers -
Ben, Alex, Paul and Emily McClain; Avia and Andrew Stocker; Mary Collins.
November 11, 2012
Prayers to all. My peace, love, strength, follow in our days of mourning. She will be missed.
jenny sikes
November 11, 2012
Our prayers are with you all! We are praying for our LORD and Savior to continue to give you strength! We have watched Luke grow up right next door, remembering what a great job his mama has done! Luke and Koby used to be our first Trick-or-Treaters every year! Shelly will be missed by many!
John & Pamela Sullivent
November 11, 2012
Eva Shannon
November 11, 2012
I feel confident you're smiling down as you watch over your loved ones. Only the good die young.
Donna Wilkie Tipton
November 11, 2012
Dear Stacy and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We have heard so many great stories about Shelly through the years from Stacy. She will be missed. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Please let us know if we can do anything for the family.
God Bless!
Love,
Nicci and George
Nicci Bush
November 11, 2012
Shelley, I am just heartbroken over the loss of you. You were definitely one of a kind and I am so blessed that I got the chance to know you and call you my friend. My heart goes out to your family but especially your precious Luke. I pray that God give him the strength he will need in the days, weeks, months and years to come. I know you will be watching over him just as you always have. You will be missed by SO MANY!! Love you darlin!!
Debbie Amerson
November 11, 2012
We knew each other well over 30 years, my dear friend, and shared so many wonderful memories. You were one of my besties - always will be - and you will never be forgotten. I love you so much. Thank you for being such a large part of my life!
Amy Pearre Young
November 11, 2012
Matt,
Very sorry to hear of your loss.
You wull be in my thoughts and prayers.
Joey Redd
November 11, 2012
We love you, Shelley.
Katy Yeargain
November 11, 2012
Thinking of you all with much love and prayers for comfort.
Chaaron Barnes
November 11, 2012
Thank U family for sharing Shelley all these years with us & we luved her so much..... She has touched everyones life that she came in contact with n will always be remembered n never forgotten....... God Bless u all in the days ahead n if theres anything needed please let me know ....God has one awesome Angel ....... We luv u Care Bear .....
Jane n Jimmy, William, Amber, Austin Powell
November 11, 2012
Ann Randall
November 11, 2012
Greg Randall
November 11, 2012
Sarah,Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time,D shift.
November 11, 2012
Christy Maddox
November 10, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. God Bless Luke and give him the strength in the days & years ahead. My heart is very heavy for him. God Bless
Katherine Peebles
November 10, 2012
Love u sis. Always remember our "girls" song for all of us girls!!!! We Are Family by Sister Sledge
Vikki bowman
November 10, 2012
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