Jerry Dalton Shelby

Jerry D. Shelby passed away July 6, 2024 at the age of 76. He was born May 17, 1948 to the late Agle Shelby and Flossie Shelby.

Throughout his career at G.E. Plastics/Sabic, where he retired in 2010, Jerry was affectionately known as "Doc" to his coworkers. However, impact extended far beyond the workplace. Jerry was a passionate genealogist who dedicated countless hours to researching the Shelby family history. His love for uncovering the past led him and his wife, Barbara on journeys across the country, resulting in over 25 meticulously compiled books filled with stories and information from various corners of the nation. Not only did Jerry document history, but he also had a remarkable talent for connecting with distant relatives, often traveling to meet them in person.

Those who knew Jerry could attest to his truly genuine and kind nature. His unwavering faith in God shone through in every aspect of his life, guiding him as he navigated the highs and lows with grace and resilience.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara P. Shelby; brother, Terry Shelby and his sister, Brenda Shelby.

He is survived by his daughters, Margaret Shelby and Judith Shelby (Herschel Jackson); brother, Rickey (Donna) Shelby; sister, Sheila (Fletch) Malone and sister-in-law, Susan Shelby and numerous nieces and nephews, who he was affectionately "Uncle Jerry" to.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Lawrence Brown-Service Funeral Home of Selma with Rev. Jonathan Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Pineview Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home beginning at 10:00 a.m., prior to the service.

Pallbearers will be Tyler Malone, Dylan Shelby, Landon Shelby, Zackery Malone, Hayden Malone and Blake Hampton. Honorary pallbearers will be Bud Chappelle, Phil Harper and Joey Shelby.

The family will accept flowers or you may consider making memorial donations to the American Cancer Society.

Jerry had a wonderful group of caregivers at O'Neal Cancer Center at UAB Kirkland Clinic, especially Dr. Darryl Outlaw, Emily Shelby, CRNP and the staff, and the family would like to extend their special thanks to them.