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SHELBY SPEARSPHILLIPS Obituary

Shelby Spears- Phillips, always a Clovis girl, left us on Wednesday, November 20, 2013, at the young age of 39. She graduated from Clovis West High in 1992. She then became a cosmetologist and also worked at Longs Drugs for many years as well as Hedrick's Chevrolet. She was currently working as a caregiver for her grandmother Opal Gammy Spears. Shelby was also a very active member of the Clovis Rodeo Association. She was proceeded in death by grandparents; Byron Spears; Howard and Lucille Whittemore and cousin, Todd Hedrick. Shelby was always an animal lover. Shelby leaves behind her husband, J.D. Phillips. She was a devoted mother to her son Garrett and her daughter Camryn. She will also be missed by her parents Mike and Nancy Spears; brother Scott; and many, many friends. A Celebration of Shelby's life will be at Clovis Rodeo Grounds on Sunday, November, 24, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Miss Winkles Pet Adoption Center, 85 Temperance Avenue, Clovis, CA 93611, The Bully Rescue, 8547 W. Herndon Ave, Fresno, Ca. 93723 or to the Clovis Rodeo Association Foundation, 748 Rodeo Dr, Clovis, Ca. 93612 Neptune Society Of Central California, 1154 West Shaw Avenue, Fresno, California (559)222-7764

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Published by Fresno Bee on Nov. 23, 2013.

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Sean

July 16, 2014

That's not fair Shelby! Finding out like that,and not being able to say goodbye.:( All this time I just wanted to say hi,and no I didn't forget about you all those years,even if you did about me.Thats ok though,I have that effect on girls..lol..but I do love you,and was devastated and you know what I did when I find out.I'm glad and relieved I can write this to you here,and you know I prayed for your husband and kids and family.Glad you had such a full life,and judging by all the posts,you sure touched people.I'm happy about that and they will see you again.If you see me down here,can you ask the big man to have mercy on me for all my wrongs.Thanks Shelby...:) miss you.

Olivia Mullins

May 23, 2014

Shelby you were one of the greatest people that I had ever met, and I am so happy to have such wonderful memories. Just thinking about our lunch breaks at Long's puts a smile on my face. I will forever miss you. I love you girl.

John Phillips

December 11, 2013

I love you mamas thank you for looking down on us and blessing us with the life you left us forever in my heart and only two letters short of art the art work you made me into today and the man im becoming I know your looking down on us my first wins for you love your stepson john eric phillips

Rene Wood

December 10, 2013

I'm finding it hard to express the pain I have inside me!!! You will forever be a bright light within our family. You will be so deeply missed always!!!love you sister-n-law!!!!!Thank you for renewing love in everyone's life who knew you, but most of all Thank You for loving my brother the way you did!!!!Miss you Shelby Phillips..R.I.P.

Cynthia Scharton - Letson

November 30, 2013

I remember how we meet. I worked at Walgreens and you used your grandmas name for something and I said "thats not you, thats my grandmas best friend." We spent many talks at the register remembering my grandma Elaine and your grandma Opal. We told lots of old stories of our grandparents being friends, from Anticoh,and working on the trains. We gave each other the chills talking about our grandparents as if it was yesturday. Why didnt our grandmas ever put us together sooner?? You even told my manager I was a good employee so I would keep out of trouble. You loved your grandma.....in a short time you helped me out when you didnt have too. Thank you..... You are hanging out with both our grandpas probably talking railroad stuff. You will be missed and you touched my heart dearly. May your family find peace.

gennifer phillips

November 25, 2013

I love you sissy

Melissa Diaz

November 24, 2013

Rest in peace with the Lord Shelby. Gone too soon but never forgotten. Give Robby hugs and kisses for us.

Crystal Chute

November 24, 2013

You will always be in my heart and I know I will see u again!!

Ismael Rodriguez

November 24, 2013

I never met Shelby, but I'm a friend of Jody Jo. Shelby will be missed by everyone who knew her.
May God Bless her family.

Frank & Nancy Torres

November 24, 2013

Our deepest sympathy for your loss. She will truly be missed by many. Many prayers for her family and friends

Jennifer Gagne-Anderson

November 24, 2013

You had a heart made of gold! You held your hand out to anyone and everyone. I am so glad that we were able to reconnect back in 2010. I cherish the memories and feel blessed to call you my friend. Love and miss you sweet friend! xoxo

November 23, 2013

Rest in peace. Gone to soon.

The Branco family

November 23, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Rest in peace Shelby.

Joanna Baldon

November 23, 2013

Just want to say R.I.P Shelby! Even though I only met you like 2-3 times through my sister you were a really sweet caring person with an uplifting spirit! Super friendly and talkative! Heaven has gained an Angel and you will be deeply missed by everyone.

yolanda Barrientos

November 23, 2013

Our thoughts n prayers to Shelby children, parents n my Daddy!! Your smile n kindness will always be in their heart!! Rest in Peace Shelby!! Thank you for making my father so happy!!!

Terrie Valdero

November 23, 2013

RIP Shelby

Jeanene Reynolds

November 23, 2013

My dear friend, you will be greatly missed! You were loved by so many. I am so grateful for the friendship we shared. I love you and miss you! My thoughts are prayers are with your family. Rest in peace Sweetheart.

yolanda Barrientos

November 23, 2013

Our thoughts n prayers to Shelby children, parents n my Daddy!! Your smile n kindness will always be in their heart!! Rest in Peace Shelby!! Thank you for making my father so happy!!!

Shari Campbell

November 23, 2013

I am so honored that I was able to meet you at the Halloween party. You touched me deeply. Rest in peace beautiful woman.

Amy Morgenstern

November 23, 2013

Thoughts and prayers for Shelby and her family. Such a beautiful person- she will be missed.

yolanda barrientos

November 23, 2013

Shelby your an angel looking after everyone. We were looking forward to meeting you but I'm very thankful for making my Dad so happy. Rest in Peace!!

Jerilane Willis

November 23, 2013

Shelby you left too soon but God has his reasons and we have to accept them. I only knew you for a short time but I can tell you put your brand on everyone's heart. Your smile shows it. I will miss your loving FB posts to your best friend and husband Johnny. Your love was very true. I know you will be there for him and your children and the rest of your family and friends always. You will be smiling down on them. RIP Shelby.

Anissa Lotspeich

November 23, 2013

Shelby was an amazing friend and blessed everyone with her beautiful smile and genuine kindness. She will be deeply missed by so many.

Becky Taylor

November 23, 2013

To the family of Shelby, I kept praying for a miracle that was not meant to be. May you find strength to move forward. Gary and I met Shelby thru her grandma opal our old neighbor. Shelby was always the sweetest girl, may you rest in peace. We are honored to come Sunday to celebrate her life. Gary and Becky Taylor

Samantha Marcogliese

November 23, 2013

Shelby, to love like you did and be loved liked you were, speaks volumes as to who you are.
Those who love you will always carry your love and smile with them and live BIG to honor you!
May her family find peace and comfort in knowing she was and is happy!!

Stanley Bradley

November 23, 2013

Glad we got to meet you. Rest In Peace

Gennifer Phillips

November 23, 2013

I love you sissy! Miss your bright beautiful face. You always knew how to make the boys and I feel so special...Lil Ant is going to miss "his Shelby" keeps asking me to call you...Breaks my heart...Rest in Paradise sweet Shelby. Our beautiful Angel...Until we meet again ? love Mathew, Lil Ant and Genn

Kathy Angelich

November 23, 2013

May God give you strength during this extremely difficult time. Know that your beloved Shelby will be with you.

November 23, 2013

Shelby will leave a legacy of fun, laughter and smiles. We wish comfort to the family knowing she was so abundantly loved by all she came in contact with.
Les and Betty Olsen

Karen Hammond

November 23, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you.I know you will miss her forever.

Kym Campise

November 23, 2013

May you rest in peace sweet Shelby with your beautiful smile and contagious laugh you will be missed.

Kimberly Noren-Pafford

November 23, 2013

I remember Shelby as a child and she always had a certain glow to her and spunk that will be missed by all that knew her well. She will forever sparkle!!!

Alicia Michel

November 23, 2013

My still have hard time believing you are gone. You had a big heart. My heart breaks for your kids and husband. They will have an awesome guardian angel.

Michelle Pasco

November 23, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Shelby's husband, children, family and all her friends. She was taken way too soon and it is apparent how much she will be missed. Shelby's smile could light up a room and it will be something I will always remember about her. She is now a beautiful angel shining down on everyone.

Paul Ruff

November 23, 2013

Rest in peace sweet heart and know that we all miss you

nina moore

November 23, 2013

R.I.P. Shelby

Alisa Sipes

November 23, 2013

A smile that lite up a room and a personality you couldnt help but love....she will be missed by so many....my thoughts and prayers for memories go out to all of her family....she would want us all to smile and laugh at the precious memories.... she was such an amazing joy......

Brittany Beach

November 23, 2013

I love you so much my Shelb <3

Carolyn Kedwards

November 23, 2013

May you rest in peace Shelby. You always had such a beautiful smile, I will never forget.

Tonya Stroud

November 23, 2013

My sweet Shelb, filbert ave will never be the same without you here, who's gonna give me eggs, apples, pomegranates , peppers etc. I will never forget our precious times together & our heart to heart talks, love u girl RIP my sweet Shelb??

John J.D. Phillips

November 23, 2013

Baby I feel so lost without you in my arms... No longer getting to see your beautiful face or see that amazing smile. It still hasn't set completely in that I won't get to hear your cute laugh or you tell me how much in love you are with me or You keeping my side of the bed warm when I get home from work. ... And so much more things will be missed... You completed me thank you for everything you did...You truly are the definition of true love. .. I LOVE YOU SHELBY COLLEEN PHILLIPS. ...

Kimmie Clark

November 23, 2013

RIP Shelby. May you forever be a beautiful guardian angel to those who are grieving now. Bless the family, Lord, and keep them in your loving arms.

Tracy

November 23, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Shelby's husband, children, family and all of her friends who LOVED her. Shelby will be greatly missed by all. May she Rest in Peace. Heaven now has a very special angel that is now watching over everyone she Loved.

Linda and Bill Stewart

November 23, 2013

To all of Shelby's family, we send our sincere condolences. We cannot attend her memorial, but you will all certainly be in our thoughts.

kimber Faulkner

November 23, 2013

Sweet Shelby, you will be missed by many people. You left us way to early, but you know you were loved, and in then end a pperson can't ask for more. We will see you again!

Green

November 23, 2013

With deepest sympathy of the loss of Shelby. May all the special memories comfort you in the days to ahead. Love the Binghams, Greens and Day's.

Michele Phillips

November 23, 2013

Nancy and Mike- our deepest sympathy for your profound loss. The earth dimmed Wednesday as Heaven shined its brightest. I will miss Shelby everyday and hold you both in my thoughts and prayers

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