OBITUARY
Myrtle E. (Wilson) Shelton
June 30, 1930 – March 22, 2021
Myrtle E. Wilson Shelton, died peacefully at Brian Center Viewmont on Monday, March 22, 2021. Born June 30, 1930 in Mecklenburg County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Eddie Lawrence Wilson and Donie L. Queen Wilson. A member of Temple Baptist Church, she was a department manager for Sears for many years.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Kindig Shelton.
Myrtle is survived by her sons, Edwin Dale Shelton of Mineral, VA, and Steven Lynn Shelton of Silver Springs, FL; daughter, Vikki Shelton Wilson and husband, Tim of Hickory; and grandson, Kyle Wilson.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 26, 2021 at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens with Pastor Lloyd King officiating. Covid 19 restrictions will be observed; masks will be required and social distancing will be observed.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Temple Baptist Church, 825 LR Blvd SE, Hickory, NC 28602.
Condolences may be sent to the Shelton family at www.drumfh-hickory.com.
The Shelton family has entrusted funeral arrangements to Drum Funeral Home in Hickory.
FAMILY
- Eddie Lawrence Wilson, Father (deceased)
- Donie Queen Wilson, Mother (deceased)
- Edwin Kindig Shelton, Husband (deceased)
- Edwin Dale Shelton, Son
- Steven Lynn Shelton, Son
- Vikki Shelton Wilson (Tim Wilson), Daughter
- Kyle Wilson, Grandson
DONATIONS
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Temple Baptist Church
825 LR Blvd SE, Hickory, NC 28602
Services
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A Graveside Service
Friday, March 26, 2021
Memories
Myrtle E. (Wilson) Shelton
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ADD A MEMORYJoy Ikard
April 7, 2021
I was so happy that I got to see Ms Myrtle a few weeks back.She became one of my favorite residents at BCV when i first met her.She was always very thankful for anything or help that was given and made sure that you knew she appreciated it.Its hard to put into words just how special Ms Myrtle was to me and how much I’ve missed seeing her when i went to work.I hope she knew how special she was to many of us that worked BCV!!I love you Ms Myrtle Shelton!!
Paula Gosselin
March 30, 2021
Sending my most sincere condolences on the passing of Myrtle Shelton. My heart goes out to all of the Shelton &Wilson families, and to Myrtle's friends and extended family. She was a strong woman of faith, who had a lovely sense of humor and positive attitude. I learned so much from her as her daughter-in-law of over 30 years. She enjoyed sharing family recipes and gardening techniques as well as opening her home to her neighbors and fellow parishioners and retiree friends. She will be in my thoughts and prayers. May her reunion in Heaven with her large family and friends whom preceeded her in death be joyous and may she enjoy her peace surrounded by the Lord and His angels.
Janice Colosi
March 24, 2021
Memories of Myrtle
Janice Colosi
March 24, 2021
I want to extend my deepest sympathy to all of Myrtle’s family! My heart is heavy with the loss of this beautiful lady - yet I feel quite peaceful, knowing she was in such a good place, so close to the Lord. We had so many fun conversations over the past year, always expressing our love for each other. Myrtle and the Shelton family have made such a huge difference in my life. Truly God put her in my life . . . and at a time I desperately needed her. Now it’s my turn to gracefully give her back to Him. Amen.
Tammy Isom
March 23, 2021
Myrtle was one of a kind. Her love of God, family and others was evident in her life everyday. She was a blessing to those around her and touched many lives. I can say she influenced mine. You will be missed. I love you Myrtle.
Lloyd King
March 23, 2021
Myrtle is a wonderful person, full of life, with a caring heart and loving spirit. It was my privilege to minister to her and get to know her personally. As I said, Myrtle IS a wonderful person and now a glorified child of God. She is not dead but is alive forevermore. Easter is all about the resurrection of Jesus, Myrtle's Savior, and because He lives she lives as well. Praise God for eternal life with Him.