Shelby Ochs Owen

I give thanks for Shelby - my first friend when I moved to Lookout Mt. as a 6 year old in 1964 as my dad joined the Chattanooga Times. My elementary school memories are rich with times of adventure with Shelby. My heart and prayers go out to Shelby's family.

Shelby brought such light to all. She was so kind and offered such support to my daughter during a VLGMA conference. I was blessed by attending a church service at St. Paul's in Ivy. Shelby embraced all with her beautiful message and love. She made this world more beautiful and holy.

Steve - Buck & I are deeply sorry for your family´s loss. Shelby was such a nice & good person. I´ll always remember how you & Shelby made me feel welcomed.

Steve, please accept my heartfelt condolences at the passing of your wife. Although I do not recall meeting her, the remembrances written here and, in her obituary, tells me that I missed meeting someone very special.

Respectfully,

Earl Reynolds

Thinking of all the family. Shelby was an amazing wife and servant, and will be deeply missed,

Dear Steve and family, Saddened to hear of your beloved Shelby's passing. She was a spark and ray of sunshine to all who met her. Always enjoyed our many talks at VLGMA functions over the years. May you be blessed with the memories and continued spirit of her in your lives. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Claire Collins and Douglas Durrett.

My sincere condolences to your family. I have many good memories. So many walks and talks about everything. Your family supported her dreams, she supported so many, helped so many. Thankful I got to see her again.

Steve and family, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Shelby. I met her at a VLGMA meeting a number of years ago and she was beautiful and full of life. Thoughts and prayers for you all. Stephanie Davis - Virginia Tech