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Alan Shelhamer
1951 - 2017
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1951 - 2017
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1951-2017
Alan Shelhamer was born September 21, 1951 in Terrell, Texas and passed away January 27, 2017 in Houston. He was an alumni of University of Southwestern Louisiana, Louisiana State University and Houston Community College of Culinary Arts. Alan worked in the oil and gas industry for many years. He loved the outdoors, gardening, and bird watching. Alan was an avid sports fan, particularly of the Houston Astros and University of Houston Cougars football. He was a huge supporter of our Armed Forces. Alan is predeased by his father LeRoy C. Shelhamer. Alan is survived by his mother, Janelle of Amarillo, Texas; wife of 41 years, Judie of Sugar Land; son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Jaime of Redmond, WA.; brother and sister-in-law, Bryan and Amy and their children Will and Sara of Amarillo, Texas. Alan also leaves behind many beloved in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Briarwood School or The Gary Sinise Foundation via their respective websites. A celebration of Alan's life will be held at a later date.
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Martha Gay
February 3, 2017
Dearest Judie, I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet husband. Remember the good times you and Alan shared, and keep them close in your heart. May God hold your hand during this sad time. With sympathy and love
January 31, 2017
Judie, Just got the word from Chuck and am praying now for you and family. Just pulled up a pic of us up in Wyoming circa 1969. Tears in my eyes. Wishing you the best in this tough time. Bob and Jeani
January 29, 2017
With deepest sympathy, may you find comfort from God's word at John 6:40
Karen Rickard
January 29, 2017
We send our deepest sympathies to Judie and the family during this time. May you feel the comfort and peace our Lord.
Love,
The Rickard's
Karen, Tom and Adam
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January 29, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the Shelhamer family. May our Heavenly Father provide you with the strength and peace needed during this most difficult time ~ Psalm 29:11
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