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Hershel SHACKELFORD Obituary
Carter, as he is known to family and friends, attended Walsingham Academy in Williamsburg and graduated from Gloucester High School, Class of 1987. He was employed by the Virginia Marine Resource Commission as Fisheries Management Specialist III. Carter was known for his fantastic sense of humor as well as his intellect. One of his many comrades made the comment "whatever you told him, remained locked in his secret vault."
No matter where he was, Carter could adapt himself to any situation including selling Girl Scout cookies with his daughters. Affectionately, his girls dubbed him "Kahtoo" very early on because the youngest was unable to pronounce "Carter," It stuck for life.
His paternal grandparents, Hershel C. and Minnie Shackelford; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Fasion; and father-in-law, Robert Ray Blevins Sr., preceded him in death. While close to his entire family, he was the apple of each of his grandfather's eye.
Carter is survived by his wife, Molly O. Shackelford (Smoochies!!); daughters, Katie and Kassie (Katiebug and Chuggabug); parents; Hershel C. and Virginia Shackelford; mother-in-law, Carolyn Joyce Manning Williams and husband Lester; and aunt, Nancy S. Jones.
Funeral services, conducted by Pastor Richard Whiteheart, will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 6, 2012, at Union Baptist Church, Achilles. Interment will follow in Rosewell Memorial Garden Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point.
In Carter's memory, memorial contributions may be made to Girl Scout Troop 1215, c/o Caroline Smith, 2129 Nicole Drive, Hayes, VA 23072.
His positive energy, personality as well as insistent spirit will be sorely missed by his family and friends. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Hershel SHACKELFORD
Elinor Stewart Antis
June 21, 2012
Virginia, I sincerely hope you receive this at this late date. My heart goes out to you as well as my heartfelt prayers. I remember when you used to talk to me on the phone about his health and there wasn't much I could say to comfort you even then.
Viviane Zogg
June 8, 2012
I'll forever miss your laugh. My heart goes out to Molly and the girls. Take care and prepare up there, we'll all be with you one day...
Nancy and Belinda Smith
June 7, 2012
Molly, Girls, Hershel Jr. & Virginia, Please know that I am here for you all in any way. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tamara Faison Alderman
June 7, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of my cousin, Virginia, in this time of your loss.
Addenna Cox
June 6, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with Carter's family. He was a wonderful person throughout his life.
June 6, 2012
Molly, I am so sorry to hear about your husband passing. Please know that I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you and the girls! Jennifer Cunnison
Carol Meyers
June 6, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Shackelford family during this time.
Chris Robinson
June 6, 2012
One of the funniest smartest guys i have ever met. Gonna miss you bud
Lisa Williams Sutton
June 6, 2012
The family is in my prayers. May God wrap his arms around you and give you strength and peace in this difficult time.
June 6, 2012
Molly I did not have the pleasure of meeting your loved one but by reading these beautiful notes, it was truly my loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers and we are here for you.
Dave & Holly Green (Foley)
Paul Parker
June 5, 2012
Carter was a friend and always viewed the positive side of anything, He made us laugh and will be sincerely missed by all who knew him, our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, Paul& Gina Parker
Andrea Davis
June 5, 2012
May God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda Hancock
June 5, 2012
Molly, Girls, and Shackelford Family, there are no words to describe the loss of Carter. His smile and kindness will live on in each of us who were fortunate enough to share in his life. May God comfort you and keep you during your hours of need.
Christina Liebler
June 5, 2012
Molly, Katie and Kass, I just want you to know that the Liebler family is grieving with you during this difficult time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. I'd be happy to take the girls anytime. Our hearts are aching for you and we are coving you all with prayers.
Stephanie Chandler
June 5, 2012
My condolences to you and your family. God bless.
June 5, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Melanie German
June 5, 2012
My memories of times in Gloucester are filled with family and friends. There was no other who fills my mind and heart more than Carter when I think back to those days. He was such a special spirit and touched all who knew him. When you had Carter for a friend you had a friend for life. My prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time. God is holding him close and he and Everett are riding around heaven hootin' and hollerin'!
Paul Pruitt
June 5, 2012
Molly, Girls, Hershel Jr. & Virginia, Please know that I am here for you all in any way. God had a plan and someday we will understand what that is.
June 5, 2012
Molly:
DJ and I would like to offer you our condolences at your loss. We can never understand it all this side of eternity. We are praying you feel God's hand on your shoulder during this time.
D.J. & Nell Cyr
Angel C. Rowe & Sons
June 4, 2012
Hershel Jr & Virginia
Please know that I am thinking of you during this time.I came across a photo of Carter's grandfather and Jordan at Mamaw's 100th birthday party.Carter also had that Loving little smile.
Debbie Gage
June 4, 2012
Keeping you all in thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort just knowing how much joy he bought to all and how very well he was thought of. God Bless you all!!
Joey Thompson
June 4, 2012
Molly, I can't begin to tell you how sorry I am about the loss of Carter. I can still see his big smile and he walked down the hall at work or came into my office. Just know that you, your girls, Paul, Ronald and Carter's family are in my thoughts and prayers. God will see you through this time of sorrow.
Laura Gethers
June 4, 2012
Molly and Family,
I am praying for peace, comfort, and healing throughout this time of sorrow. May your hearts be filled with joy as you remember his life. God bless!
Nita Abernathy
June 4, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
David Crossley
June 4, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Carter's passing. Carter and I were closest friends growing up and spent many rides home on the Walsingham bus in silence due to his sense of humor and inability to hold a laugh in. Some of the my best memories growing up are with Carter riding 3-wheelers. Who would think decades later he would move in down the street. The few times our paths crossed over the past years, Carter always spoke of “his girls” with that wide-open smile.
We will keep you in our prayers.
Cottee
June 4, 2012
To the Shackeford family,
We hope you'll find solace in the love that surrounds you and peace in the presence of a love that never dies. We hope you find great comfort in your precious memories. You are in our hearts & prayers. With our sincerest condolences, Punkie & Al Cottee
Linda Farris
June 4, 2012
Molly,
I will forever remember Carter for his smile and how he would use wit to deal with his computer headaches. You and your girls are in my prayers.
Gina Alley
June 4, 2012
So sorry to hear about Carter. We went to school together. You are all in my prayers....
Tim Regan
June 4, 2012
I knew Carter for 20years. He was a complete gentleman and fun to be around. He will be missed.
The Staff of SC Data Inc.
June 4, 2012
Our sincere condolences to the Shackelford family. We will miss working with Carter.
Kathy Wallace
June 4, 2012
I remember Carter from way back to our time at Gloucester County Day School. My sincere condolences to all of the family. He was one of a kind and will be missed greatly!
Bethany Smith (Eden)
June 4, 2012
I had the pleasure of sharing an office with Carter for a little over a year. I truely enjoyed his humor and wit as we "counted fish!" Thursday will forever be "Taco Salad Thursday" for me, and I'll shake a little extra Texas Pete's Hot Sauce on my next one in his honor! He was pure entertainment for sure! Molly, you and the girls are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
June 4, 2012
We always enjoyed seeing Carter at lunch in the cafeteria and he took great care in making sure he got the lunch right for his wife. He was a pleasure to talk to and was a regular on taco salad day and we always enjoyed waiting on Carter. We will miss him and we are very sad for your loss of a wonderful husband and father. May GOD'S comfort and love surround you while HE moves Carter to Heaven to live in Our Heavenly Father's Glory. God Bless your family. With love Michael, Penny & Staff Newport News City Hall Cafeteria
Kristy Harris
June 4, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to Carter's family and friends. He will never be forgotten.
Alicia Nelson
June 4, 2012
Molly and family,
I am so deeply sorry for the loss of Carter. He will be sorely missed. Thoughts and prayers to all.
June 4, 2012
Our sympathy to all the Shackelford family, memories go back to his great grandfather, Ernest Hogge. You are in our prayers. Marvin & Jean Brown, Ellis Hall, Francis & Ada Marie Shackelford Hall.
June 4, 2012
To Molly and the Family...Carter was my friend and we worked together for over ten years. He was a tremendous support during the lost of my husband, and I will never forget his generosity. So...how do I express my deepest sympathy. I know what it feels like to loose someone that was your mate for life and all I can say is time will heal...we hurt now but God is able to bring comfort and surround you with his love at this time. My prayers are with you and the family..may God's peace rest upon you...
Stephanie and Family
Stephanie Iverson
June 4, 2012
Janet Lockstampfor
June 4, 2012
Dear Shackelford family.
You are in our prayers and thoughts at this time of your loss.
May our God surround each of you with comfort and peace.
Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Grace, Peace, and Love,
North Riverside Baptist Church Community Email Tree Members
June 4, 2012
Our deepest sympathies go out to Carter's family and friends. May God's love give you comfort.
Andy & Jerry Young
Scotty Williams
June 4, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Carter and I went to Walsingham for a few years and are actually cousins. The last time I ran into him, he was still cracking jokes and talking so proudly about his family. I will always remember his humor and friendship. Please know that he touched many peoples lives and he will be remembered by many.
Amy West
June 4, 2012
As I write this I am still in shock!! Carter was an awesome person and he will never be forgotten. He was always pure entertainment and never a dull moment!! My thoughts & prayers are with his family & friends that loved him dearly!! He will be missed greatly!!
Howie Edwards
June 4, 2012
Kind hearted and genuine..
Sadie Jenkins
June 4, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family! Godspeed Carter!
Pam Campbell
June 4, 2012
Molly and Girls,
So sorry for your tragicloss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tammy Shackelford
June 4, 2012
Carter was definitely the apple of his grandfathers eye. My prayers and sympathies go with the family, especially his girls.
June 4, 2012
My deepest smypathy to all of Carter's love ones. May you be granted the peace and comfort you need during this difficult time in your lives.
I remember him when he was younger. what a handsome man. I know the good memories will keep his spirit alive.
Sincerely,
Peggy Douglas
Hayes, Va
Teresa Draheim
June 4, 2012
Prayers for his family.
Kris Ward
June 4, 2012
As I'm writing this, I still find myself in disbelief. Hershel, Virginia, Molly and Girls, Carter was one of the most special persons I ever knew. His smile and personality consumed you. Pure entertainment too!! My condolences to you all. The boys will miss him more than we can possibly express. We are all here for you. He will never be forgotten in our hearts.
Karen Gibson
June 4, 2012
Prayers and blessing in this time of loss! Remembering the great person he always was warm and welcoming to all he met will be the things I will carry with me!! Karen A. Gibson and Family
Brian Morehouse
June 4, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Shackelford family.
Shirley and Pat McConnell
June 4, 2012
To the family, guests and friends of Carter. This past week has been an emotional time for us all. We cannot fathum the loss of a child or the pain of a passing spouse. God is merciful and stopped the element of uncertainty for the standing and claimed Carter's soul and essence as his own. Amen. We pray that Molly, the girls & Mr & Mrs Shackelford are blessed with peace, precious memories and full hearts once again. God Bless...
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