Lilly Mae Shelton

Lilly was born in Amigo, West Virginia to James Roy & Dorothy(Gibson) Mullens. She grew up in the Coal Mining town with her younger brother, James Willard (Tuffy). Her experiences there shaped the strength and resilience She demonstrated throughout her life. Her favorite thing to say was One Day at A Time. She reminded US of that when things were hard.

Lilly went to Secretarial School while still in West Virginia, the family later moving to Maryland. She met her future Husband, Edward Michael Shelton, working at the Department of Agriculture, she a Secretary, he worked in the Mail Room and delivered mail to her desk. They were married February 22, 1961.

They welcomed four daughters whom she supported and loved through many changes over the Years. Moving to Peoria, Ill, then to California, which she loved. Eventually going to work for the U.S. Attorney Office in Los Angeles. She was proud of her work there and retired in 1998.

Lilly loved being a Grandma, cheering on Kristin, Evan, Valerie & Joshua in their school and extracurricular activities. She particularly enjoyed finding each a Unique Christmas Ornament every year, adding Great-Grandson James in 2023. Lilly enjoyed planning and hosting Celebrations for Birthdays, Achievements & Holidays. She learned cake decorating & Tea Parties became a favorite. She enjoyed reading, Scrapbooking, and spending time with Family.

Preceded in Death by Parents James Roy & Dorothy, Brother James Willard(Tuffy) & Beloved Husband Edward Michael

Lilly is Survived by Daughters: Kimberlee, Jennifer & Husband John Lindquist, Cynthia & Andrea Grandchildren: Kristin(Shelton) & Husband Joseph Thomas, Evan Lindquist, Valerie Lindquist & Joshua Miller Great Grandson: James Michael Thomas.

Cremation Burial Memorial Service

Friday, January 24, 2025 2PM

Chapel of the Oaks

Eternal Valley Memorial Park Mortuary

23287 North Sierra Hwy Newhall, CA 91321

Graveside 3PM