Elbert "Neil" Shelton, 65, of 157 Sterling Drive, passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at Morehead Memorial Hospital. A funeral service will be held at 4 PM on Friday, February 11, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Ayersville Cemetery. A native of Rockingham County, Mr. Shelton was born March 30, 1945, son of the late Charles Henry and Mary Goosbly Shelton. He was a member of Beaver Island Baptist Church. Mr. Shelton was a retiree of Unifi, however, he had also worked as a carpenter, brick mason and bridge construction team. Surviving is his wife, Deborah Reid Shelton of the home; daughter, Sue Ann Kelley of the home and his former son-in-law, Robbie Kelley; two sons, Neil Shelton, Jr. and wife, Jennifer of Eden and Brian Neil Shelton of Salisbury; three grandchildren, Nathan Kelley, Nicholas Kelley, and Jaimee Kelley; brothers, Lawrence "Jack" Shelton of Stoneville and Bruce Lane Shelton of Ridgeway, VA; and special friends, Brad and Milissa Kendrick, Josh Kendrick and Stephanie "Boo" Kendrick. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul and Buster Shelton; and sister, Lois. The family will receive friends Thursday evening, 7 - 9 PM at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Iam so sorry for your loss.Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Bridgett, Travis
Bridgett Snody
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss.
Margaret Howerton Wray
Neil & Jennifer I just learned of the death of your beloved father. I'm so sorry that I did not know earlier. May God give you great comfort in the weeks and months ahead and may your memories sustain you as you move forward. Eunice Rice
Eunice Rice
Jennifer and Neil, I send you my prayers and thoughts during this loss in your life. My condolences to you and the family.
Tommy Griffin
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