Carolyn Mae Shelton
May 7, 1942 ~ December 12, 2014
Marietta Southern Cremations & Funerals
Carolyn Mae Shelton, 72 of Acworth passed away Saturday, December 13, 2014 at her residence following a heroic, four and a half year, battle with breast cancer.
Mrs. Shelton was born May 7, 1942 in Handley, West Virginia to the late Carl Langley Miller, Sr. and Florence Menefield Miller. Carolyn was a gentle spirit who loved her children and raised them to be the proud individuals they are today. After the children moved away from home, she then worked outside the home for a major insurance company. She also became a gifted, self-employed seamstress.
She was a member of the Butler Creek Congregation of Jehovah's Witness.
In addition to her parents, Carolyn is preceded in death by her loving husband of 42 years; Allen Randolph Shelton, Jr. and a sister, Cynthia Barron.
Survivors include her loving children: sons and daughters-in-law; DeVon A. and Celeste Shelton of Edison, NJ, Donald D. and Bonita Shelton of Acworth and Todd R. Shelton of Acworth, daughter and son-in-law; Renee Shelton Crutcher and her husband James of Lithia Springs, GA; grandchildren: Naia Shelton and Alia Shelton both of S. Orange, NJ, Eric Ayers of Acworth, Tyrell Shelton and his wife Clarissa of Ashville, NC, Todd Shelton, Jr. , Tashawn Shelton and Tanaya Shelton of Hickory, NC, Najee Armstrong of East Orange, NJ; six great-grandchildren; brothers: Carl L. Miller, Jr. and his wife Joyce of Orange, NJ and Claude Miller and his wife Sharon of Brandywine, MD, sister: Clarissa "Penny" Wagstaff and her husband Lem of Goldsboro, NC and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and loving friends.
A Memorial Service is scheduled for 12:00pm Saturday, December 20, 2014 at the Lake Allatoona Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses, 2515 Highway 92, Acworth, GA 30102. The family will also receive friends Saturday, December 20th following the Memorial Service.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation in Mrs.Carolyn Shelton's memory to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. at www.nationalbreastcancer.org, click on "Donate".
Please send on-line condolences to: www.southerncremations.com.
Southern Cremations & Funerals at Cheatham Hill, 1861 Dallas Hwy., Marietta, GA 30064, (770) 637-1486 is handling arrangements.
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‘To Todd and family .. She had the sweetest spirit. and enjoyed her family as well.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.. .’
‘We are so sorry for the loss of your mother, their are no words that can describe that feeling,but we know that JEHOVAH is the God of the living, not the dead…. So we have to continue faithful to him and all of us will see all of the ones we love and miss again wake up from the sleep there in, we love you guys very much,… Ross & Eula Armstrong’
‘My heart is heavy and I am sadden to hear about the loss of my dear friends’ mother. Carolyn Shelton was indeed a quiet, strong and brave woman who fought this fight for years. I pray Jehovah gives her family the peace and calm within to endure. I certainly look forward when these things will not be called to mind. Much love from Kim Jackson-Ovesen and family, Lawrence and Sarah Jackson, Markus L. Jackson.’
‘I was saddened by the loss of our dear Sister Shelton. She is safe in Jehovah’s memory. My prayers are with you all. May Jehovah give you peace in this trying time.
‘I am sorry about the loss of your mother I remember your mother growing up in New Jersey. We look forward to a time when death will be no more’
‘Devon my heart goes out to you for I am familiar with your pain but what sustains me is when GOD calls you to rest its a blessing to eliminate the pain. I know mom would say to you I’m alright- till we meet again.’
‘To the family, all of you are my cousins, but I just want to thank you all and Carolyn for all of the kindness that you showed me when I visited Atlanta, and in the past. Just knowing Carolyn and making the connection that we had was truly a blessing to me. Stay strong and believe that some day you will meet again. Glenn Miller’
‘Words seem inadequate to express the sorrow felt by the loss of your mother. My heart is with you.’
‘We are sorry that we are unable to be with you physically during your time of bereavement. Please know that we are with you in prayers. Since Carolyn’s passing, we have been lifting each of you up before the throne daily. I know that your hearts are heavy but God won’t put anymore on us than he knows we are able to bear. God is a merciful God and a caring God. He’s too merciful to make mistakes. Your dear beloved one is resting in the arms of the Lord. Please find comfort in knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
‘We are so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Carolyn fought a hard fight and is Heaven’s gain. We love you all and are praying for you.
Peace, love, and Grace,’
‘I will miss you sister Shelton,I will see you soon. In the new world.’
‘May the God of tender mercies and comfort be with you at this most difficult time. Carolyn was a dear friend whom we’ll miss but it’s our prayer that we’ll laugh together again soon — in God’s new world. You have our deepest sympathies… Victor, Sandra & Alisha walker, East Orange, NJ.’
‘May God continue to bless you family and comfort your spirits. She was a great Mother and lady. We grew up in a great neighborhood.’