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JOHN SHELTON Obituary

SHELTON
JOHN W., SR., Dec. 1, 2014 of Abington, PA. Beloved husband of Nancee (nee Watkins). Devoted father of John and Carly; son of the late George and Janet Shelton; son-in-law of Nancy Watkins (the late Donald). Relatives and friends may call Thurs. eve. 7-9 P.M. at JOSEPH J. McGOLDRICK FUNERAL HOME, 507 West Ave., Jenkintown and on Fri. from 9-10 A.M. at Immaculate Conception Church, 602 West Ave., Jenkintown. Followed by the Funeral Mass at 10:30 A.M. Int. private. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made in John's name to the Gift of Life Family House, 401 Callowhill St., Phila., PA 19123.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Dec. 3, 2014.

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louis hahn

December 23, 2014

I grew up with john, a good friend a better man.
Louis l hahn

December 9, 2014

Our sincere condulence to the Shelton family. It's been a long time but I have fond memories of John as our neighbor. R.I.P
Love.
Florence and the Rauch family.

December 7, 2014

Nancee and family...

I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. My many prayers are with you; and truly believe an angel is watching over you now. Thinking of you and wishing you the very best...

Fondly,
Betty Ohanian

December 6, 2014

Our Prayers will be with your family. Milton and Linda Jones of Arlington, Tx

Fritz Stutz

December 4, 2014

Nancee, John Jr. and Carly,
There are no words to express how we are feeling. Your family has been a huge part of our lives for a very long time. John is home now and resting in peace. Now we have a special angel looking over us. He will truly be miissed, but the memories will last forever.
We Love You John,
Jack Fritz and Family

Linda Baron

December 4, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about John's passing. I worked with him in Moorestown, NJ and admired his integrity, work ethic, and sense of humor. He was a fine man. I pray that many happy memories will comfort each of you during this difficult time.

Nick DiPietro

December 4, 2014

I am deeply saddened by the news of John's passing. I have a lot of fond memories working for John and with him. He was one of the nicest people that I know. He will be missed!!

December 3, 2014

Nancee,

I am so sad to hear about my good friend John passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Carly and John Jr during this very difficult time.

Chuck

December 3, 2014

Nancee, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved husband, John. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Cindy Hughes

Dotty Pettibone

December 3, 2014

John was a great boss and a friend. He fought a long battle and finally God called him home. He will be missed.

December 3, 2014

I worked with John for several years. We made the move from Camden to Mt laurel as a team. He was soft spoken,caring,and very supportive to his employees. My prayers go out to his Family and Friends.
Judith Hillman

December 3, 2014

My sincere condolences to the Shelton family. John was a great guy. We went to grade school and high school together. He always had a kind word and nice smile. God has welcomed, yet another angel.

Nat

Cindy Drissel

December 3, 2014

So sorry for you loss. I worked with John years ago at Lockheed such a sweet man. So willing to help out anyone all the time.

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