Mary Lou

Shelton

Mary Lou Shelton, 85, of Cleveland, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.

Mary was born on July 4, 1941, in Spring City to Bill and Roxy Fugate, both of whom preceded her in death, along with her beloved husband, J.C. Shelton.

Mary worked for many years at Hardwick Clothing. She was a woman of Baptist faith who loved her family dearly. Her family was the greatest joy in her life, and she cherished the time she spent with those she loved.

Those left to cherish her memory include her son, Tim Shelton of Cleveland; granddaughter, Kylah Shelton; three sisters, Elsie and Bill Price, Lois Janow, and Wilma and Ray Paul, all of Spring City, Tennessee; and many nieces and nephews whom she loved dearly.

The family will gather on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Spring City Memorial Gardens for interment.

The family is in the care of Buckner & Fike Funeral Home and Cremation.