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William Shell Obituary
William "Doc" Donald Shell, 93, of Robson passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2024 at CAMC Memorial Hospice Care in Charleston.
Born June 1, 1931 in Fireco, WV he was the son of the late Walter and Mabel Ellison Shell.
Mr. Shell worked at a Bakery as a baker in Washington D.C. and after retiring from the bakery he worked in landscaping in Tennessee before moving to West Virginia. After retirement he enjoyed working in his garden and especially loved his flowers and caring for them.
Along with his parents he is also preceded in death by a brother, James E. Shell; and sister, Nadine Lasure.
Those left to cherish his loving memory include his brother, Billy Shell (Drema); and many nieces, nephews, and special friends who he adored.
Immediate burial will be 1:00 PM on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens in Prosperity, WV.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tyreefuneralhome.com
The family of William Shell is being cared for by Tyree Funeral Home, Oak Hill.
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