Geraldine "Jeri" Anne Shelton

Jeri was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Theresa Esdale; her sister, Gloria McConnell; and her first husband, Keith Johnson.

She is survived by her husband, Jim Shelton; her daughters, Sheryl Manjarrez, Libby Lipp (Mike), Breta Stewart (Wayne), Barb Edwards (Darby), and Debbie Reed (Pete); and her sons, John Shelton and Joe Shelton. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Ryan Manjarrez, Holly Manjarrez, Alex Manjarrez (Adriana), Kevin Hanaford (Jordan), Matthew Hanaford (Paige), Brett Hanaford (Shelby), Lauren Akers (Chris), Jacob Stewart (Addie), Emily Stewart; William Myers, Jennifer Mance, Lauren Measroch (Aidan), Emory Thurnau, Devin Edwards; Ashland Shaw (Ethan); and her great-grandchildren, Harper and Remi Hanaford; Winslow, Bristol, and Foster Hanaford; Naomi, Thaddeus, Eden, and Charity Akers; Naomi Measroch; Dustin and Parker Shaw.

Jeri was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who found her greatest joy in spending time with her family. She was an avid reader who loved gardening, cooking, and hosting family dinners that brought everyone together. As a mother of three young daughters, Jeri was deeply involved in their activities, especially 4-H and horse shows, and spent many years traveling throughout the state supporting them. She proudly served as a leader of their local 4-H club and held various leaderships roles at the Evergreen State Fair.

Throughout her career, Jeri worked as an accountant for Howard S. Wright Construction and as a purchasing agent for The Boeing Company. She shared a love of the outdoors with her husband, Jim, and together they enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, boating, traveling, and camping in their RV. Many afternoons were happily spent visiting their local casinos.

Jeri will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved her.