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Mark Shelby Obituary
Mark Leon Shelby, 53, passed away Sept. 16, 2010, at his home in Spokane, Wash., with his wife, Jan, by his side.
Mark was born Dec. 29, 1956, in Twin Falls, Idaho. He graduated from Glenns Ferry High School, Class of 1975. He then attended and graduated from Brigham Young University, Class of 1980, receiving a degree in accounting. Mark served an honorable full-time mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Rio de Janeiro North from 1976 to1978.
Mark was sealed to Jan E. Rumsey on Dec. 27, 1979, in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple for time and all eternity. He resided in Burley, Idaho; Glenns Ferry, Idaho; Provo, Utah; Twin Falls; Idaho Falls; and Spokane. Each place he lived, Mark made lasting friendships. He was full of life and his career was always exciting for him. He began employment with Stan Snow CPA in Twin Falls, and throughout the rest of his life he was a successful self-employed businessman and entrepreneur. Mark's accounting practice was full of friends and loved ones whom he cared for deeply.
Mark was always up for anything, including camping trips with family, being a cowboy, boating, waterskiing, snow skiing, and golfing. He enjoyed getting together with loved ones, always making every effort to attend gatherings with family and friends. Mark loved his wife and boys, daughters-in-law and his grandchildren. Being a grandfather was such a joy to Mark. His grandchildren were constantly at the center of his thoughts and life, and he made sure to share that love with them and all those around. He valued family traditions big and small, from Schweitzer ski trips to Wolf Lodge dinners.
He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served as Scout master, Young Men's president, ward clerk, home teacher and in the branch presidency of the Prison Outreach Program. He was also involved in the community from student body president of Glenns Ferry High School and, most recently, president of the BYU Alumni Association in Spokane. Mark loved serving the youths in Boy Scouts of America and coaching sports.
Mark was survived by his wife, Jan Shelby; and their three sons, Kreg (Kiersten), Matthew (Courtney) and Ryan, all of Spokane; father, Dale L. Shelby of Twin Falls; his sisters, Dian of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, and Sue Ann (James) Stanger of Helena Mont.; brother, Joseph D. (Amber) Shelby of Highland, Utah; and grandchildren, Kalle, Tysen and Dylan.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty L. Shelby; sister, Darla K. Hall; and grandparents, Joseph and Alice Shelby.
Visitation will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. today, Sept. 21, at Heritage Funeral Home. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 22, at 1620 E. 29th Ave.
Following the services, there will be a procession to Greenwood Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Shelby
Jim Hammons
September 30, 2010
Jan and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. You and Mark and your children have meant so much to me and my family. Mark helped me while I was an investigator and kept me involved through basketball. I'll never forget or be able to thank you enough for your help when Phyllis passed away. Your family is an inspiration to me. We love you. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family.
Lila Christiansen
September 25, 2010
So sorry for the loss of your loved one.
Lila and Bob Christiansen (Lila is a cousin of Dale Shelby)
September 23, 2010
Jan and Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. What a tremendous loss. May the lord confort and uphold you. The two of you were such an inspiration to my family. My heart goes out to you. May the Lord watch our you and your family.
Dixie Barkes (Jennifer Taylor's Mom)(Burley, ID)
Lance Turner
September 23, 2010
Shelbys,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Your family was so kind to me during the years I lived in Spokane. I will never forget the fun times we had on the lake, golf course, and mountains. Mark was such a charitable, thoughtful person and was a pleasure to be around. May the Lord bless your family at this time.
Lance and Shelby Turner (Logandale, NV)
Hal Rumsey
September 22, 2010
Jan and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know the memories of Mark and his love for you all will sustain you in the days to come. I wish you peace and healing.
Shari Ward
September 21, 2010
Jan & Family~
So sorry for your lost. I heard about Mark's passing and my heart hurt for you and your family. Mark was always so kind, friendly and happy. He will be missed by all
Shari (Tracy) Ward
Lane Archibald & Family
September 21, 2010
Dear Jan & Family,
So sorry to hear about Mark's passing. What a tremendous loss! Thanks be to our Savior who made it possible for us to once again see and be with our loved ones. May the Lord's Spirit comfort you and yours. Our hearts and prayers go out to you.
September 21, 2010
Dear Jan & family
We are so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. We still think of your home on Springwood as the "Shelby House". We have wonderful memories of your family. You touched our lives for good. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
In sympathy & friendship
Terry & Debbie Orme & boys
Jeff and Shawnae Critchfield
September 21, 2010
To all of Mark's family, I am very sorry over your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed by all.
September 21, 2010
Dear Dale and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Mark. We remember him as little boy running the aisles of the grocery store. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marty and Pam Anderson
September 21, 2010
Dear Jan and family,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.. I have such fond memories of Mark from grade school through high school. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mark was a wonderful individual.
Patricia Larson Wright (Boise, Idaho)
September 21, 2010
Dear Jan and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Mark. My prayer is that you are cared for and comforted during this sad time.
Love Holly Andrew Cook.
Sandy and Blaine Grover
September 21, 2010
Dear Jan and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Although many years have passed since you lived in the Home Ranch Ward, we still remember your kindness and enthusiastic smiles. May the Lord continue to bless and comfort you during this time of sadness.
Lisa Holbert
September 21, 2010
Dear Shelby Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
David Holyoak
September 21, 2010
Jan and family,
I am so saddened to hear of Mark's passing. I have fond memories of him as friends at Southwest Elementary in Burley and later as roommates at BYU. He had many friends and will be greatly missed. He was always knew what he wanted and then set his sights on getting it and that certainly included you.
May your knowledge of the gospel of Jesus Christ comfort you and your family at this time and in the future.
Sincerely,
David Holyoak
Laurene and Ron Erickson
September 21, 2010
Jan and family,
Our thoughts are with you at this poignant time of Mark's passing.
He will be missed by all those who loved him, and he was loved by many.
With warmest regards,
Kyle Parish
September 20, 2010
What a burden it seems, when in passing
to lose a loved-one close and dear
Time will pass and hurt will ease
but the memories will vividly be clear
When in times of mourning
it's easy to forget
the gospel of our Savior
and that we will see him again
Though in times of sadness
we miss our brother dear
God will be with us
to see us trough the year. (Psalms: 23), ("Footprints in the sand")
Though our testimony will be put on trial
we will not ever waiver
not even when temptation comes
before we see the Savior
(Kyle B. Parish)
Dear Families' Shelby
My deepest sympathies go to you. I was only about 5 years old when you moved to King Hill so I didn't get to know you on a personal basis, except at family reunions and weddings etc... But something that has really stood out to me, and that I have thought about from time to time is what a genuine, sweet, nice family Aunt Betty and Uncle Dale raised. I cannot remember any of your family saying an unkind word, and I will always remember Aunt Betty saying "Always be your bestest self" at the family reunions'. Mark was certainly a perfect example of that. When I think of myself becoming a better person I always think of your family as an example.
I personally believe this is a wonderful time in Marks existence even though he is deeply missed. He is now reunited with the Savior and Aunt Betty and he doesn't have endure the trials of Earth anymore.
My prayers are with you
Kyle B. Parish
Susie Brown Neibaur
September 20, 2010
To Jan and the Shelby family. I'm so sorry to hear of Marks passing. He was always so kind and welcoming to me when I saw you at Darla's kids weddings. A fine man. He will be missed by many. You are in my prayers at this tender time. Susie Brown Neibaur
Warren Parish
September 20, 2010
Dearest Jan and the Shelby family,
Mark was such a fun and kind person, I will always remember the Easter picnics up Birch Creek when Aunt Betty would get a game of softball going and she could hit it a mile. We would get together for one of the Aunt's birthdays and make homemade ice cream. There was always a B Ball game with the uncles vs the cousins. When Steve would come to town we would load up the horses and go for the hills, or grab the guns and go rabbit hunting. Mark was always upbeat and enjoyed life and way a joy to be around. He always made you feel like you were the most important person when you were around him. He will truly be missed.
You're in our prayers, and may the Lord comfort you at this time.
Warren and Patrice Parish
Lamar & Brenda, Bailey
September 20, 2010
Jan and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. We wish we could attend the funeral. We send our love and prayers to you at this time of sorrow.
Koelean Lytle
September 20, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 20, 2010
Dear Shelby Families,
My thoughts,and prayers are with you at this sad sad time. It seems so unreal,as I just saw all of you at church two weeks ago. Mark bore his testimony of the Gospel,and it was so sweet,and sincere.
I remember all the fun times we had with your family.What a special family you are.
May our Heavenly Father bless you with comfort,and peace.May you all feel His loving arms around you.
With Tender Love, Lillian Stump (Glenns Ferry, Id. )
Don Betty
September 20, 2010
Our sincerest condolences in your unexpected loss.
Kathy Bott
September 20, 2010
Jan and Family. Words are not enough to say what a shock to hear of your loss. I am so sorry. I will always remember Mark as being so gentle and kind. I will keep you in my prayers.
Chris Cooper
September 20, 2010
Jan, I am so sorry to hear of Mark's untimely passing. I remember his smile and good cheer so well! He undoubtedly touched many lives for good. Our prayers will be with you and your family.
Kirk Ottley
September 20, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Mark's untimely death. I have such wonderful memories of the times we spent playing together when he and his family lived next to us in Burley. No matter how many years passed, and no matter how many miles there were between us, Mark was always a true friend, genuinely interested in whatever happened to be going on with me at whatever time we saw one another. The world is truly a better place for his presence in it. I wish your family peace and comfort during this sad, sad time. Paz seja convosco! Tchau, meu amigo de fe, meu irmao, camerada!
Dan Owen
September 20, 2010
I am thankful for this man and his good family. Their righteous example helped lead me to the truth that has colored my life for all these years and helped me, in turn, to help those around me. May his family be blessed in his absence, consoled with his good example and uplifted by the hope in his future.
Gay Dawn Downs
September 20, 2010
Dear Shelby Family,
As one of the Farmer's Corner neighbor kids, I remember many fun times with Mark, Dian, Darla and the rest of the family. So sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Sincerely, Gay Dawn (May) Downs, Burley
Bob and Hollie Washburn
September 19, 2010
We are truly sorry for the passing of Mark and send our love and support at this time. Uncle Dale and family, Mark was a very special person and will be missed very much. May the love and support of friends and family comfort you at this time. We are sorry we can't make the funeral but send our love and hugs. We love you! Bob, Hollie and family
Rae Lee Steinacker
September 19, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. All you said in Mark's obituary lets me know that I missed something by not knowing Mark later in life -- I graduated with Mark in Glenns Ferry and last saw him our freshman year at BYU. It's no surprise at all that Mark continued to be the go-getter and friendly guy he was during high school. It's wonderful to hear he gave such great service in community and church, and again, not a surprise. Mark's family and close friends have someone to admire and look up to, and that will not change with Mark now on the other side. He left a lasting legacy. Again, I'm sorry to hear that you lost Mark and so early in his life.
September 19, 2010
Jan and family, We are so sorry to hear of Marks passing. I am so glad to have had the opportunity to see Mark this August. I had not seen him in years and it meant alot to me that he would come by to say hi. He always had a great smile. We grew up together in Burley until his family moved to King Hill. He lived across the street from me while we were growing up and being the "cowboys" of the neighborhood. We were always the best of buds. We send our love and prayers to you during this time of sorrow. Ken and Becki Harper
Scott Anson
September 19, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Marks passing. Mark and his family are in my prayers.
We were in the same h.s. graduating class. When we were in school I always admired Mark for his warm personality toward everyone he met, a trurly inspiring person.
Bonnie Bird
September 19, 2010
Shelby families. I am so sorry for your loss. Mark went to school in GF and was a couple of years ahead of me. He was a very kind and gentle person. I know that you will miss him terribly.
My prayers and thoughts go out to you during this difficult time.
Brent Lee
September 19, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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