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Walter Eugene Shackelford Sr.
1920 - 2016
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Walter Shackelford Obituary
March 24, 1920 – May 27, 2016
Durham
Walter Shackelford, long-time Durham resident and custom photographer, passed away peacefully at age 96 at the United Methodist Retirement Home at Croasdaile Village. During a career that spanned over 35 years, he photographed countless weddings and events. His distinctive portraits drew acclaim and industry awards.
Walter graduated from Duke University in 1942. Performing at Carnegie Hall was a highlight of his senior year while serving as President of the Men's Glee Club. Upon graduation, he immediately began military service in the US Navy, served in the Pacific theatre aboard the destroyer USS Farenholt, and rose to the rank of Lieutenant Commander.
Besides a commitment to his family, Walter is remembered for his dedication to First Presbyterian Church, the Rotary Club, and Duke Basketball.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Florence Pearce Shackelford, and three children. His oldest son, Walter Eugene Jr. (Gene), is married with a son and daughter and lives in Pittsburgh, PA. His daughter, Frances Hundley (Fran) Branch is married with two sons and lives in Fayetteville, NC. His younger son, Daniel Owen (Dan), is married and lives in Baltimore, MD.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 10, at 2:00 pm at the Few Chapel, located at Croasdaile Village, 2600 Croasdaile Farm Parkway, Durham, NC.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to First Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, 305 E. Main Street, Durham NC 27701, or UMRH Foundation, Croasdaile Village Benevolent Fund, 2600 Croasdaile Farm Pkwy, Ste. A500, Durham, NC 27705, Check written to: UMRH Foundation.
Arrangements for the Shackelford family are under the care of Hall-Wynne Funeral Service. Online condolences www.hallwynne.com, select obituaries.
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June 7, 2016
Danny and Francis,
I am so sad for your loss
I had fun talking with him in the Croasdaile dining hall.
Lettie Randall Anderson
Robert Ballantye
June 4, 2016
Walter was almost a part of the family and was there for all the important events. He will be missed.
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