He served his country in the United States Army and thereafter began a career as a truck driver.
Shelby was predeceased by brothers; Jack, Joe, and Elwood Owens, sister; Mary Alice Quals. He is survived by sons; Shelby Shawn (Julie) Owens and Tommy (Amanda) Owens, grandchildren: Matthew, Caitlin, Peyton, Ashley, Chelsie, Trevor, Savannah and Ethan.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 7, 2020 at 10:30 AM at First Baptist Church of Umatilla, 550 Hatfield Drive, Umatilla, FL 32784, Pastor Eric Danner officiating. Graveside Service at 12:30 PM, Florida National Cemetery, 6502 SW 102nd Avenue, Bushnell, FL 33513 with military honors. A Reception to follow immediately after Graveside Service at First Baptist Church of Umatilla. Please post words of comfort at www.hardage-giddenserivermead.com.