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Caitlyn Alyse Shores, age 21, passed away Monday, February 13, 2023 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in Winston Salem. Caitlyn was born December 3, 2001 in Surry County to Arthur Cleatus Shores III and Carmella Absher Shores.
Caitlyn was enrolled at Surry Community College Elkin Center and a faithful follower of First Baptist Church of Elkin online. She was a huge fan of the TV show Supernatural and loved writing short stories and playing video games. Caitlyn was an avid animal lover.
Caitlyn was preceded in death by her grandparents, Edward and Carolyn Absher and her beloved Chihuahua, Cali.
Survivors include: her parents, Cleat and Carmella Shores of the home; sister, Corrin Shores (Brandon Adams) of Winston Salem; her Papa, A.C. Shores of Mtn. Park; her Grandma, Linda Shores of Thurmond; aunts, Diane Gentry and her husband George Rose of Statesville, April Wood and her husband Robby of Mtn. Park, Lillie Wilmoth and her husband Terry of Thurmond; loving cousins, Blake Gentry, Gabby Gentry, Cody Wilmoth, Hailey Wilmoth, Elaina Wilmoth and Cassidy Wood.
A funeral service will be conducted Saturday, February 18, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at Elkin Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Ryan Hayes officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will follow in Hollywood Cemetery in Elkin.
The family requests memorials be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation, 217 E. Tremont Ave., Charlotte, NC 28203.
The family would like to thank the many health professionals who provided care over the years and home health nurse, Kayla Bush for her care.
Michelle Wells
February 20, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together.
S. R. Grizzell
February 18, 2023
Brother Cleat I have no words. I can’t imagine your sorrow. One thing I do know, God will be with you through the pain and the sorrow. Love ya brother.
Eric carlson
February 18, 2023
Cleat and Family we are so sorry for your loss, our hearts and minds and prayers are with you. Planted some trees in Caitlyn's memory today, prayers to you all.
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Julie Reed
February 18, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. Caitlyn was such a sweet young lady. She was a fighter and always had a smile on her face. I will be praying for you all in the days ahead.
Robert Thrift
February 18, 2023
My sincere condolences and prayer for all of the family and loved ones.
Jim, Leanne, and Violet Goodrich
February 18, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. Our daughter Violet thinks so very highly of Caitlyn. She will miss her very much. We are keeping your family in our prayers. God Bless You.
February 17, 2023
Cleat, Carmella and Corrin,
There are no words to express how saddened we are to hear of Caitlyn's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
James and Kim Robison
Danny Jennings
February 17, 2023
I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
David Ramsey
February 16, 2023
Sorry for your loss!
Joy Doub
February 16, 2023
Cleat, I was so sorry to hear about Caitlyn. Praying for peace and comfort in the days ahead for you, Carmella and Corrin.
Beth Gray
February 16, 2023
Dear Carmella, Cleat and Corrin, You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Caitlyn was loved by us all. We always loved seeing her come to our office. She had the sweetest smile and we loved laughing with her. She will be missed for sure. In HIS love, Dr. Kyle and girls
Michael Easter
February 16, 2023
Cleat, although it’s been a while since I’ve seen you or your daughter I do remember and all I can only say is I am truly so sorry for your and your families loss and my heart and prayers go out to you and all your family. May God comfort and bless you all.
Mark and JoAnna White
February 15, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during the loss of your precious Caitlyn. May God give you peace that passes all understanding. Love you all.
Darrell and Connie Hutchens
February 15, 2023
Cleat and family, so sorry for your loss, prayers are with you.
Danny and Mary Overby
February 15, 2023
So sorry to hear the passing of your Daughtermay the Lord wrap his arms around your family an bring peace an healing..
Barry Daye
February 15, 2023
So sorry for the loss of your daughter we are praying God will comfort you during this time
Juanita Sevik
February 15, 2023
As we mourn the loss of Caitlyn and remember the love, smiles, laughter and joy she brought to those around around her, Heavenly Father celebrates and embraces the return of her beautiful soul into his Eternal Kingdom.May God bless you in your hour of need.
With much love and prayers,
Juanita Sevik
Kimberly Parks
February 15, 2023
Thinking and praying for you all!
Rodney & Kimberly Parks
Mark and Janice Pell King
February 15, 2023
Prayers for the family.
Gala Calloway
February 14, 2023
I am so sorry for the loss of this precious young lady! I treasure the visits made when I was her home health nurse. Caitlyn was a beautiful soul with a contagious smile. Praying for peace and comfort to you all.
February 14, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Melissa Wetherholt & Alyssa Shores
Pam Colbert
February 14, 2023
I am saddened to hear of the loss of this beautiful girl. I had the pleasure of knowing her as a student from Kindergarten and serving as her principal. She was a sassy, feisty, and outspoken young lady. She worked so hard to overcome so many things. She always had her own sense of style and I loved her laugh. I enjoyed field trips with her and was proud when she rolled on to the stage to perform with chorus! She will be missed! Her family loved her and supported her and I am heartbroken for each of you. May God wrap you in His love and keep you. Much love❤
PK Hamby
February 14, 2023
I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary A Adkins-boyles
February 14, 2023
Cleat, Carmella, Corrin, and Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. We will miss Caity's sweet smile and wonderful sense of humor. We love you all and you are continually in our prayers.
Mickey and Mary Boyles
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