Mary Claire Sheldon

Mary was a devoted mother, grandmother, partner, sister, and friend whose greatest joy was her family. She cherished the time she spent with her children and grandchildren and took great pride in watching them grow and build their own lives.

Mary is survived by her son, William Sheldon IV, and his wife, Tracie Sheldon, and their children, William Sheldon V and Johnathan Sheldon; her son, Charles Sheldon, and his children, Sam Shinsky, Morgan Sheldon and Abigail Sheldon; and her son, David Sheldon, and his wife, Elizabeth Sheldon, and their children, Nikita Sheldon, Elena Sheldon and Arthur Palmer. She is also survived by her longtime partner, Arthur Sorensen, with whom she shared many cherished years and memories.

She was predeceased by her beloved daughter, Lisa Douglas, her sister, Patricia Landon, and her grandson, Aaron Shinsky.

Mary dedicated much of her working life to RCA and Verizon Wireless before retiring in 2009. Beyond her career, she was deeply committed to her community and generously gave her time by volunteering at her local senior center and church. She was a faithful member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Cockeysville, Maryland.

In her quieter moments, Mary found joy in the simple things she loved most—spending time with her family, cross-stitching, and getting lost in a good book. Her warmth, generosity, and love for those around her will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Mary leaves behind a family who will carry her memory in their hearts and cherish the many years, memories, and moments they shared with her. Her love, kindness, and presence will live on through the family and friends who were fortunate enough to know her.

The family will receive friends in the Lemmon Funeral Home of Dulaney Valley, Inc., 10 W. Padonia Road (at York Road) Timonium, Maryland 21093 on Thursday, August 20, 2026 from 3-5 & 7-9 pm.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, August 21, 2026, at St. Joseph Parish, 100 Church Lane, Cockeysville, Maryland 21030 starting at 10 am.

Interment to follow at the Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery, 4430 Belair Road, Baltimore, Maryland 21206