Donald-Shelton-Obituary

Donald Shelton

Santa Rosa, California

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DIED
May 8, 2018
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Santa Rosa, California

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DONALD SHELTON Don passed away in Santa Rosa on May 8, 2018. Dearly beloved husband of 72 years of Joyce, loving father of Tom and Cindy, adored grandfather of Sean, Todd, Daniel (Rachel), Michael (Barbara), Jenae (Chad) and Jason, great grandfather of Cainan, Trinity and Katy Jo, also survived...

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I never met Donald but had a few phone conversations after Verna died. Always thought he was a generous person. My only connection was through Verna's family, Sarah Peterson Courtney. Just happened to be thinking about her and him today.

Cindy and Family, so sorry to hear that your Dad passed away. With love, Janet Angell

I wrote of my condolences to the family in my previous message.

Now I want to add that Don was a devout Catholic. I always enjoyed seeing Don and Joyce at Mass at St. Eugene's Cathedral.

Don also proudly served our country as a U.S. Marine in WWII in the South Pacific area. In recent years, he was a valued member of Marine Corps League Santa Rosa Detachment #686. I could be mistaken, but I believe he is the last current member of the detachment who served active duty as a...

Condolences to Joyce and family. Worked with Don for many years in his position as California Medical Association's Field Representative though lost touch once he retired. A very special person - always with a new joke to tell.

Cindy, I am deeply sorry to hear of loss. My heart & thoughts are with you. Louise

The Daughertys and Sheltons have been friends since Eureka, likely 70+ years...condolences from our family to yours...with love.

Joyce, Tom and Cindy:
Sorry to hear of Don's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Cindy, I just want you know how sorry I am to hear of the passing of your Dad. He was such a wonderful man and I know what he meant to you. Please give your Mom a big hug from me.
Love,
Pam

Dear Cindy,

I'm so very sorry to hear about your father's passing. He was such a nice man, and I'll always remember his warm smile with fondness.

Please extend my deep sympathies to your family.

Sincerely,