Gary Wayne Shelton
1949 - 2022
Gary Wayne Shelton
1949 - 2022
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BORN
1949
DIED
2022
Gary Shelton Obituary
Gary Wayne Shelton Sr., 73, passed away on August 31, 2022. Gary was born July 18, 1949 in Gasden, Alabama to Farris Shelton and Velma Hyatt Shelton.
Gary honorably served our country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Gary enjoyed everything to do with being outdoors including fishing and listening to hounds running.
Gary was preceded in death by his wife Marjorie Shelton.
He is survived by two sons Gary Wayne Shelton Jr and his wife Kristi, and James Mills and his wife Lisa, six grandchildren, three great grandchildren, one brother J.W. Shelton, one sister Betty Shelton, and the Asher family.
There are no services planned at this time. All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry.
Friends may sign the online guest book at www.joepburnsfuneralhomes.com
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Davenna Shelton
April 17, 2025
I´ll always miss you Debbie Shelton First Wife
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Ed and Angela Chapman Siniard
October 9, 2022
LJ so sorry for your loss. Gary was a hard working man that loved to hunt and hear those dogs when they were running. RIP Gary.
Les Brooks
September 3, 2022
Our dear friend, "Reddog", we will miss you immensely. We had many good times with you and now may you Rest in Peace with your beloved Marge.. Your friends,
Les & Mary
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