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Shelby Robert Lastinger

Shelby Robert Lastinger was born December 15, 1926 to James and Ethel (McMullen) Lastinger. He grew up in Barwick, GA, the son of a farmer. He graduated from Barwick High school in 1943, and immediately joined the Navy during World War II, where he was a radio man until 1945. He then went on to graduate from the University of Georgia in 1951 with a degree in Agricultural Engineering.

He spent 15 years in soil conservation service in south Georgia. For 3 of those years he taught farm practices to veterans in Brookes County, GA. From 1962-1970, he was an Area Engineer in Tifton, GA. It was during this time he married and had 3 children.

In 1972, he moved to Lloyd, FL and for 35 years ran the small business, Lloyd Sod Farms, that landscaped many homes and businesses in the Tallahassee area, and where he met and made many friends.

He loved the South Georgia, North Florida area and one of his favorite things to do was to take a short day drive with his wife, visiting and picnicking at the St. Mark's Lighthouse, or the coast or just visiting the old farms and cemeteries in the country. He also loved watching his Braves and Georgia Bulldogs, cheering them on every year. He always had a small garden and grew a cane patch for his grandchildren to enjoy every Fall.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and brothers James and Marshall Lastinger, and daughter Shella. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Pennie (Willie) Lastinger and children, Eddie Lastinger and Celia (Tom) Sorensen. He has 6 grandchildren: Shelby Anne, John, Thomas, Malena, Maggie and David. He is also survived by his sister Linda (Roger) Blanchard, nephew Jim (Jean) Willie and niece Abbie (John) Martin, as well as numerous other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

There is no service planned, but the immediate family will gather at a later date to inter the ashes.

Published by Tallahassee Democrat on Jul. 16, 2013.
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Penny, I, along with Ferrell are so sorry to hear about Shelby. We have always thought so much of him. We are thinking about you, Eddie and Celia and wish peace for you.

Love to you,
Ferrell and Sandra

July 22, 2013

There are no words to express fellings of sorrow that a family goes thru in times like this. But God will help you
thru it all. Blessings to you and your family.

Elsie & Clyde Malloy

July 18, 2013

Penny, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time in your life.

Mickey Watson

July 18, 2013

Pennie ,Eddie,Celia,Jim & family.We are so sorry for your loss & know you yall and many others will deeply miss him .Many fond memories we all will cherish.We love you, Your cousins, The Winchester's

July 18, 2013

Please accept my condolences on the loss of your loved one.

Robert (Bob) Stover

July 17, 2013

Penny, I was so sorry to hear about Shelby and I know you will miss him terribly. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you, Mavis

Mavis Fulton

July 17, 2013

Penny I am so sorry about Shelby. Will be thinking of you & your family. Will be praying for you all.

Wanda Smythe

July 17, 2013

Dear Mrs. Lastinger,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Lastinger's passing. He was such a kind, gentle, wonderful man. My sincerest sympathy, love and condolences to you and your family. May God bless you, now and always...

Sarah Hayes

July 17, 2013

Penny,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Loretta Martin

July 16, 2013

Penny, We are sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts.

Thad & Deborah Mozert

July 16, 2013

Dear Pennie and family,

You all were such an important part of my life during my teen and college years--I loved being with you and you encouraged me so much. Shelby, the consummate kind gentleman, was right there in the middle of it all-- at your house, at the duck camp, at Bonaparte's retreat and more.
Bless you all. He will be missed.

Lloyd Monroe

July 16, 2013

Penny,
So sorry to hear about Shelby. I always thought the world of both of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers

Sandy MacDonald

July 16, 2013

Please accept our condolences on the loss of your loved one, Mr. Lastinger.

Chris and Kathy Lacher

July 16, 2013

Penny. My prayers are with you and your family at this time

Carolyn Wright

July 16, 2013

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