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Trenton Paul Shelnutt
Trenton Paul Shelnutt
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Trenton Shelnutt Obituary
He was a beautiful, inquisitive, smart, caring and gentle child who grew into a handsome and sensitive young man. He had an amazing sense of humor and could make you laugh with warmth from the bottom of your heart. He had a calm way about him, a huge heart, and big blue eyes that reflected the clouds in sky. He loved his cat Mufasa.
Trenton held a whole world inside him that few had the privilege to glimpse.
He will be remembered with great love by his surviving parents, Elizabeth and Eric, his siblings Mason and Liam, and extended family on both sides.
A memorial service has not yet been set and will be held at a later time. As the family makes decisions together, details will be announced here. Cards or flowers can be sent to the family in care of Mason Shelnutt, 1108 R Street Apt #319, Sacramento, CA 95811.
Memories of Trenton, messages of condolence and prayers are most welcome to honor him and support the family in healing.
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Mason Shelnutt
May 28, 2023
I have been hesitating to share anything about this for a while now, sorry for the delay to anyone who thinks that´s wrong of me. It takes a great deal of effort to work through all of the necessary details following an event like this, and that effort still pales in comparison to the endeavor of working through the emotional and psychological fallout related to this kind of occurrence. It´s an impossible thing to process, and anything I could think to say didn´t feel big-enough, fair-enough, or accurate-enough.
Trenton, I´ve had several dreams about/with you since you passed where we´ve tried talking through what has transpired, and where I´ve just laid down and cried at the loss of you. Despite my beliefs, it´s a warm thought that you´ve maybe come to me in those dreams to afford me the opportunities with you as one last, loving brotherly act. I love you, I miss you, I understand, and I´m sorry.
Mom
April 2, 2023
We are overwhelmed with sadness as we mourn the loss of our beloved Trenton. We are in disbelief that his beautiful life has ended so suddenly and entirely too soon. We miss him every moment of every day. Your heartfelt comments, and your kind words about Trenton, mean the world to Mason, Liam, and me. Thank you for reaching out with your heartfelt sympathy, and generosity during this difficult time.
Much Love,
Trenton's Mom
Eric Wilkie
March 27, 2023
Trenton, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest Easy. Your Family Back East. The Wilkie 's
Terri Brazil
March 25, 2023
No words can speak to the agony, the deep grief, the unexpected loss of our loved one, our dearest Trenton. But, while we cannot turn away from the deep, unbearable pain of his absence, we know that he
lives on in our hearts, and always will!
Love, Grandma B
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Jen Jayme (Aunt)
March 14, 2023
It's so hard to know what to say in the face of this enormous tragedy. We are grieving with you. May the family be comforted by memories and enduring love for Trenton, and the knowledge that he is now at peace. Sending prayers for healing every day.
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