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Lloyd Shelton Obituary
He was active in the Civilian Conservation Corps as a teen and proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army and was a World War II Veteran. After relocating to Florida in the 1950's, he went into business for himself. Lloyd joined the Citrus County Sheriff's Department in 1965, and after many years of service, retired as an investigator. He was predeceased by the love of his life, Virginia Ruth (Nicholas), on April 11, 2017. A Baptist by faith, Lloyd was a Charter Member of Cornerstone Baptist Church. His claim to fame came when he was selected to have an acting role in Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color's "Wahoo Bobcat" in 1963.
Left to cherish his memory are his 3 daughters: Glenna "Faye" VanHook (William R. VanHook, Sr. dec) Somerset, KY; Janet Foshee (David Foshee, dec), Ft. Myers, FL, Gayle Stokes, Inverness, FL; brother, Don Shelton (Carol), New Castle, IN; 7 grandchildren: Marsha VanHook, William R. VanHook, Jr. (Tammy), John Foshee (Stephanie), Patti Blanchard (Bobby), Keith Stokes, Erin Beasley (Dennis) and Kevin Stokes (Alissa); 9 great grandchildren: Heather Kruzyk (Alex), Tyler Beasley (Claire), Brady Lloyd Beasley, Clay Foshee, Bo Blanchard, Jacob Blanchard, Olivia Stokes, Jack Beasley, Carter Shelton Stokes; and 1 great-great grandson, Grayson Beasley. Lloyd was preceded in death by his brothers: Robert, George, Ardell, Noel and Edgel Shelton; and sisters: Mabel Neal and Helen Keith.
A memorial service was held on Saturday, February 17, 2018, at 2:30 PM at Cornerstone Baptist Church and was conducted by Reverend Greg Kell. Private burial took place at Hills of Rest Cemetery, Floral City, Florida.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in Lloyd's memory be made to Cornerstone Baptist Church, 1100 W. Highlands Blvd., Inverness, FL 34452.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Chas E. Davis Funeral Home with Crematory, Inverness, FL.
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for Lloyd Shelton
Les Cross
February 10, 2024
Lloyd was one of a kind..he would take me under his wing..would invite me to join in interviews in the old a frame behind the office..he is missed
Leslie H Cross
February 10, 2022
a true mentor and friend..rest in peace
Pattie Pendarvis
October 19, 2018
The folks at Georgia-Pacific in Gulf Hammock sure thought a lot of Mr. Shelton. Sorry to hear that he has passed away.
Melissa (Horton) Hamilton
February 28, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family over the loss of Mr. Shelton. "Lloyd Shelton" was a family name growing up in our house when I was a kid. He and my father "Bob Horton" worked in the same era at CCSO back in the day along with some others. They had each others back and I appreciate all of them. I am sure Mr. Shelton is sitting in Heaven right now talking to Dad and the others that have left us reminiscing about the old times at CCSO. God Bless the family through this difficult time.
Luther Willis
February 17, 2018
Mr Lloyd "Pappy" Shelton was an inspiration to anyone who had the blessing to know him. God blessed us with the example of a Godly man who walked the walk and talked the talk. A awesome man, friend, and law enforcement officer. May God bless and comfort his family and friends.
D S
February 16, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family on your loss. What a good long life Lloyd enjoyed! The loss of a loved one is truly difficult no matter how long we have them with us. Remember you are never alone. God promises to be with you to "give you thoughts of peace and a hope." (Jeremiah 29:11)
les cross
February 16, 2018
LLOYD...you were one of the great ones..respected loved . world was a better place with you in it..les cross citrus 5 retired
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