Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Barry Shelton Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
He graduated from Boone County High School in 1968 and honorably served in the US Air Force. Barry retired in 2015 after a long career with Sears Roebuck which included moves to Hoffman Estates and Charlotte, NC. He was an avid golfer and developed a love for camping. This love of camping led him to becoming a full time RVer when he moved to Fort Myers, Florida. He spent many happy hours at both Crystal Lakes and Cypress Woods RV Resort and his friends soon became "framily".
He leaves behind his wife, Cindy, son Chad Shelton of Canada, daughter Jill Koenig (David), brother Steve Shelton (Cathy) of Florida, son in law Steve Vocke of Texas, brother in law Bill Slayback (Connie), sister in law Sandra Shelton, sister in law Carrie Baird, niece Jill Champagne (Daniel), niece Brandi Barth (Alex), nephew Colton Baird, and the joys of his life his grandchildren Cameron Vocke, Xavier Shelton, Thor Shelton, and Emma and Eleanor Koenig.
He was preceded in death by his daughter Denise Vocke and brother Howard Shelton. At his request there will be no services. Take comfort that when you believe, you never really say goodbye.
Care Cremation and Funeral Service is honored to entrusted with final care.
To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Barry, please visit our Tree Store or plant a tree.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
1014 Eastland Drive, Lexington, KY 40505
Make a Donation
in Barry Shelton's name
People and places connected with Barry
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Barry's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Barry Shelton's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
