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John Shelby Obituary

Was born December 5, 1912 at Hickman, KY, second of two children of parents, John and Julia Shelby. Preceded in death by his parents; brother, Edmund. Survived by his wife, Elaine; grandchildren, Kelly Biersdorf, James Cleveland; great granddaughter, Elise Cleveland. He was a Pastor for 65 years in the United Church of Christ. Memorial Service at 10AM on Saturday, October 29th at Peace United Methodist Church, Shoreview.


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Published by Pioneer Press on Oct. 23, 2011.

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November 26, 2011

Our love goes out to Elaine, Samuel's extended family and to Samuel and his memory.
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Ruth and Larry Peterson Wells, MN

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