Ralph is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jenell Shell; his sons Corey Morris (Diane) of Black Mountain, NC, Robert Shell (Yolanda) of Birmingham, AL and Slade Shell (Lisa) of Jackson's Gap, AL; his 4 Grandchildren and his 5 Great Grandchildren.
Ralph was preceded in death by his father Roy Dusty Shell and his mother Annie Collier Weldon; and his brother Howard Shell.
A visitation for Ralph will be held Saturday, July 29, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Curtis and Son Funeral Home. Following the visitation will be a graveside service at 12:30 PM at Rocky Mount Church Cemetery where Ralph will be laid to rest. All services will be officiated by Rev. Jimmy Sims
Serving as pallbearers are Tristan Vickers, Rusty Butler, Jimmy Smith, Stephan Bryant, Zach Bryant, Michael Bryant and Rick Amerson.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.curtisandsonfh.com for the Shell family. Curtis and Son North to direct.