This website is dedicated to the celebration of the life of Shelly Ann Sedberry. Shelly lived her life with enthusiasm, laughs, love and brought smiles and positive energy to all those around her.
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Do not stand at my grave and we Read more...
This website is dedicated to the celebration of the life of Shelly Ann Sedberry. Shelly lived her life with enthusiasm, laughs, love and brought smiles and positive energy to all those around her.
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Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glint on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentleness of autumn rain.
When you wake in the morning hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circling flight. I am the soft starlight at night.
Do not stand on my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep. Do not stand on my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die!
Elizabeth Frye
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Shelly Ann Sedberry, the oldest of three siblings, was born to Carol Amerson Sedberry and Larry Joe Sedberry on April 18, 1974 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Shelly was a graduate of The Class of 1992 of Davis High School in Kaysville, Utah.
Shelly moved to Houston, Texas with her family in 1994 where she pursued a successful career in the health insurance profession. In September of 2010, Shelly moved to Las Vegas, Nevada.
Shelly peacefully went home to be with The Lord and the angels on September 30, 2011.
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Shelly established many professional and personal relationships and never took them for granted. She was a true friend, with genuine generosity, always willing to help those in need, no matter how big or small.
Shelly had a passion for animals, music, reading and children. She possessed a special gift for mentoring children and a personal devotion to teaching them how to reach their fullest potential.
Shelly had a zest for life. Her infectious laugh could brighten the darkest room, and, a smile that could light up the world. One of her greatest gifts was the ability to create laughter in all those around her.
Shelly possessed unprecedented wit and charm. She was highly fluent in sarcasm, and was able to narrow the gulf between her ingenious sarcastic wit and those who didn't get it like no other before her, or probably after her. She often wrote in 'Shelly Code' which both amused and confused, "random brain journeys" as she liked to call them.
Shelly had an uncommon fervor for all things high fashion: shoes, sunglasses, clothes, perfumes, cosmetics, anything gracing the pages of the latest edition of Vogue.
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Shelly touched our lives, she touched our hearts, she will forever be missed.
Her sudden and untimely departure is not the end, yet the beginning of her eternal journey in Heaven, and a time for all those she left behind to celebrate and rejoice in her life and the short time she was with us.
Because of her fierce, loving and inquisitive spirit; her indomitable will; her warm nurturing and supportive nature; she leaves a hole in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. She was a special gift to us all. In time, we hope this hole will be filled and warmed by all the wonderful memories we have of this extraordinary and vivacious woman.
Shelly is survived by her parents, Joe and Carol Sedberry of Houston, Texas. Younger sister Stacy Sedberry and younger brother, Bill Sedberry of Houston, Texas, grandmother Dorothy Amerson of Las Vegas, Nevada, an extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins, and multitude of dear lifelong friends.
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If you wish to honor the memory of Shelly, in lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Houston SPCA.
Click Here To Donate Notification The Sedberry Family Recipient: 723 Long Prairie Drive Katy, Texas 77450
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Latest Announcements:
October 4th 2011
Services for Shelly will be held at:
Memorial Oaks Funeral Home 13001 Katy Freeway Houston, Texas 77079 (map) (281) 497-2210
Visitation: Sunday, October 9, 2011 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Funeral Service for family and close friends:
Monday, October 10, 2011 12:30pm
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SA, I am so saddened to hear of your passing. I love you with all of my heart and will always miss you dear friend. Mom & Pop... Words cannot begin to express... Shelly was a great person and an awesome friend! I will always cherish my short time with her! I will miss her sarcasms and posts on facebook. I will miss her. SJ... I miss you too and would love to see you soon! All my love, TJ (Tara Riemer Russell)
Tara Lynn ,
December 09, 2011
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Dear Shelly,
I'm so heartbroken to have learned of your passing. We met as juniors in high school and were inseparable until you and your family moved to Texas. Though we didn't really keep in touch very often over the next 17 years except for the occasional email. I thought about you and your family often. I was always so envious of the tight bond you and Stacy shared and I see that in my two little girls as they grow up together.
You taught me many things in the few short years we were best friends, to not worry about the little things, to have fun in any situation, how to drive a stick shift… the list goes on.
You were a ray of sunshine in he lives of everyone who met you and you will be missed.
Rest in peace,
Daryn
Daryn Cox ,
November 18, 2011
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Wow, words don't come, Ms. Shelly, I still have the Aries Barbie you gave me, we weren't best friends or even close friends, just business acquaintances and Aries buddies and lovers of the funk sound.......erotic city, remember that, I posted that on my wall and you "liked it", said you had not heard that version before but loved George Clinton and Prince, sometimes you can have friends you never hang with or even talk to much but we had a lot in common and that was our connection, you will be missed Ms. Shelly.................Debbie Robbins...........
Debbie Robbins ,
November 09, 2011
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My dear 'other' family,
The only time in my 15+ years of knowing Shelly that we ever had a 'break' were when we both were passionately opposite of one another's ideals in a certain situation. Yet, we always reunited with a stronger relationship than before. Each time those episodes occurred, we all got closer because I understood Shelly and she understood me that much more. I've gotten closer to the Sedberry family throughout it all.
Unfortunately, this 'break' will last until I see my friend again in Heaven. My heart aches at that thought. There will never be a day again when I won't want her back. Until that time though, I hope you all know that you are stuck with The Hendersons! Perhaps some of the love Shelly bestowed upon us will shine through for all of you to see. We love the entire Amerson/Sedberry/Chavez/etc. family and appreciate the acceptance I/we have been granted over the years. She always had beautiful things to say about you all - she was very proud of her family, and I understand why. :o)
Though the Lord took from us a unique and beautiful spirit, I'm sure His plans for us all is to gather strength and take away from this our most wonderful memories we had with her. He has a glorious plan now for our angel up in Heaven and we WILL see her again someday. The hurt will probably never go away, but hope for the future will never die.
Love to you all, Erika and family
Erika Henderson ,
October 19, 2011
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Our family is better because we had Shelly in our life. She was our daughter Erika's best friend and a loving Aunt to our grandson Niles. We loved her personality from the first time she came to our house. We had many fun times over the years. She will be missed, but we are blessed for having known her. Our sincere condolences to her family. Lou and Keith Anderson
Lou Anderson ,
October 17, 2011
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Dear Sedberry family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I was very saddened to hear of Shelly’s passing from Ed. She was always so kind, happy and so willing to lend a helping hand to anyone who asked her. It is hard to lose a daughter and hard to lose a sister and a friend. God has a special place for her! Shelly will be remembered by all those people whom she touched with her loving and caring manner. I will keep her and your family in my prayers. Raquel Caylor
Raquel Allbee Caylor ,
October 13, 2011
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"Come To Jesus" by Mindy Smith
Oh, my baby, when you're older Maybe then you'll understand You have angels to dance around your shoulders 'Cause at times in life you need a helping hand
Oh, my baby, when you're prayin' Leave your burden by my door You have Jesus standing at your bedside To keep you calm, keep you safe, Away from harm
Worry not my daughters, Worry not my sons Child, when life don't seem worth livin' Come to Jesus and let Him hold you in His arms
Oh, my baby, when you're cryin' Never hide your face from me 'cause I have conquered hell and driven out the demons I have come with a light to set you free
Worry not my daughters, Worry not my sons Child, when life don't seem worth livin' Come to Jesus and let Him hold you in His arms
Oh, my baby, when you're dying Believe the healing of His hand Here in Heaven we will wait for your arrival Here in Heaven you will finally understand Here in Heaven we will wait for your arrival Here in Heaven you will finally understand
Worry not my daughters, Worry not my sons Child, when life don't seem worth livin' Come to Jesus and let Him hold you in His arms
Erika Henderson ,
October 11, 2011
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Oh Stacy I just found out. You two have brought so much sunshine to my life. To know shelly is not here is too much. I truely can not express my sorrow. We have lost A part of our life. I just wish this news was not true. I am so sorry. Frank.
Francis G. Rinchiuso ,
October 11, 2011
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Dear Stacy and family, I feel at a total loss knowing that there is little I could do to provide your family comfort. Though so many years have passed I still think of you fondly and regularly as I drive by your old home when I visit my parents. Your family was always so kind to me and Shelly was always the big sister I never had, but desperately needed. Thank you so much for extending me your kindness and love. I have so many wonderful memories of Shelly... cruising State Street in the Rabbit (why did we do that?!), dancing at the Ritz, or the time Stac and I played a trick on her with the ouija board. And of course I must give her credit for taking me to my first male stripper. It seems like such a silly part of my life and yet so important. I don't have any memories of Shelly being anything but happy, loving and just plain fun. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you right now. I know God is watching over your family and Shelly will always be with you.
Take care, Corrie
Corrie Wood Norman ,
October 10, 2011
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Stacy, I was so shocked and saddened to hear about Shelly. There are no words that provide comfort or take away the pain you and your family are feeling right now. My heart breaks for you and your family. You have so many wonderful memories to cherish. I am so sorry for your lose. My prayers are with you and your family.
Sherrell Littrell
Sherrell Littrell ,
October 10, 2011
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There’s a similarity in our smiles, A sameness in the things we say. We can tell a story with just a glance And feel so much from so far away. We have laughed until we cried, And we have dried one another’s tears. We are sisters, best of friends, I am blessed for all the years.
You weren’t supposed to leave me so soon, Sis. You’re an enormous piece of me; my twin born 18 months before me. I will miss you every day.
I will see you in Heaven. Fisonel, Beautiful Sis…
Sedberry Family ,
October 08, 2011
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I am in shock and my heart aches that Shell is gone. I was in Canada yesterday when I received this terrible news and my brain has been mush since that moment. Thank you to my dear friend who let me know. I will never forget how Shell always asked me about my autistic son Griffin. She never forgot about him and his incredible journey and that meant so much to me. More later....
Alice Clark
Alice Jackson Clark ,
October 06, 2011
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SA,
I'm having such a hard time with this and I will likely write more than once. I've got a hole in my heart because I lost one of very best friends, and my PIC (partner in crime). I've loved you for 15 years - ever since that Pearl Jam road trip! The Aeros game doesn't count 'cause you thought I was a kicker chic! ha ha
Thank you for all the wonderful memories. I don't know in my entire life if I have ever shared so many laughs with someone. That was something I could always count on: big, way-down-deep-in-the-gut, bring-tears-to-your-eyes laughs. Thank you for taking such sweet care of NiNi and Gavin. They both loved their Tia Shelly so much! Thank you for all the advice about everything under the sun. I was always amazed at your never ending wealth of knowledge. And music!
I will miss our backyard, pool, and beach times, but I'm sure Heaven's beaches are way prettier. Every time my clock strikes 3:11, I will know where my best friend is. ;o)
Until we meet again my beautiful friend, Erika "EJ"
Erika Henderson ,
October 06, 2011
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Dear Carol,Joe,Stacy and Billy,
How do I tell you how much my heart feels the depth and love of our sweet Shelly. One of my favorite funny things about the girls hanging around together was when I couldn't find my clothes! When Shelly was here in February I told her remember what good taste you and Stacy and Lisa had in clothing. Shelly started laughing as she remember belts and scarves and various other things that they had "borrowed"!! Ha! We had a great laugh. In fact I dont remember being with Shelly without laughing.I will never forget all the beautiful long white hair the girls gave me!!!! I always wondered how you all always got away with your crazy antics!!! Carol, thanks for always worrying about me. I remember how you helped me get the job at Penneys. I remember the great bonding love you had as a family. One of the first things I remember when I walked into the Sedberrys house was Shelly Jumping on her daddy's lap and asking how his day had been. Billy was the Dr. and would take of all of the girls cuts and bruises. Now Carol as a mother you might ask me how long before the pain lightens, I would like to tell you in a day or two. But that would be a lie, and you know how I feel about people who gossip and lie :)So I will just say to you the hurt runs deep. Our children should never die before us. My prayer for you is to remember the joy as much as possible. Try to focus on the good instead of the obvious hurt. Ray and Shelly are probably looking down on us saying what a couple of dummies!! We are happy and have found what true joy is. We will all be together sooner than they know. I have had times where I have had to pull the car because a song will come on the radio that was one of Rays and I favorite. Try to remember the great great love you had for each-other that will continue through eternity. When the pain is unbearable remember that Heaven is only as close as your knees. God bless you all. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers for always. Whenever you hear a laugh, think of Shelly's wonderful laugh. remember all of the great love she left with us!
Terry Unsell ,
October 06, 2011
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We miss you so much Shelly. You were very special and so full of life - no one will ever be the same without you. You touched all of or lives and brought happiness and comedy to otherwise dramatic situations and we love and miss you so much. Our prayers and love are with you and your family. Rest easy my dear friend you will be with us again soon. We love you. - Brian and Vilma
Brian Kunert ,
October 05, 2011
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Shelly Your created an everlasting bond with everyone you touched in life. Not many can boast of that accomplishment. Thanks for always being my friend. Your laughter and smile will be greatly missed. I know that God brought you home for a reason and left us with such wonderful memories. Tom Cottar
Tom Cottar ,
October 05, 2011
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I met you shortly after I arrived in Houston myself and you were always so good to me, my son, and Razor. You had such a way with animals, kids, and people. Never at loss for words. You always made me me laugh and NO ONE could ever bust on me the way you could. I'm sure your still laughing at me driving the "Wilchez" with my "fart hair"! Our paths will meet again one day. Gonna miss you Shell!! Rob
Rob Wilkins ,
October 05, 2011
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If we could bring you back again, For one more hour or day, We’d express all our unspoken love; We’d have countless things to say.
If we could bring you back again, We’d say we treasured you, And that your presence in our lives Meant more than we ever knew.
If we could bring you back again, To tell you what we should, You’d know how much we miss you now, And if we could, we would
~By Joanna Fuchs
Shelly, I only knew you for short-time but they were all good times. You will be very missed by your family and friends. I will be there to help your baby sister through this difficult time.
Love Always, Shannon
Shannon McGann ,
October 05, 2011
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Hey Shelly Bear! The news of your passing has taken me back to when our beloved Rayray died. I feel so alone without my two sidekicks!!! But at least we always did one thing right. . we LIVED! I will never forget going to Seattle with you and Ray. Or going on a drive to find a Dennys in Seattle when we had the munchies( that didnt work out so well but at least we found our way back to the house we were staying out!) Or the time we went to Cali. We made it from L.A. to Las Vegas in an hour and half( then our engine blew.) But you said, "Hey at least we broke down in style on the Vegas strip. You always knew how to loosen me help and help me have fun in any situation!!! The trips were great, but just hanging out with you was better. Remember driving by the Capitol and asking me what building that was?. . .Priceless! I loved every minute I ever spent with you and I feel blessed to have been a part of your life. I love the poem Stace put on here. . .It was the poem I read at Rays funeral. So for me it was just another sign that Ray had you and all is well. Please give my big Bro a hug for me. One day we will all rejoice together and this pain will be gone. To all the Sedberrys. . . I love you all so much. You were and always will be my second family. Stacy please call if you need to talk. I know your pain, all I can tell you is that you learn to live a new life. Ray will be gone 11 years this February and somedays I still cry. Carol and Joe you were the best parents I have ever known. Shellys love for you ran deep and she expressed it often. Billy I know how proud Shelly was of you. The only thing we can do is make her proud. Every day live for her. Learn to be happy again, find the joy in the little things. Remember to go to the Lord when it gets too hard and he will take the burden when you can no longer handle it. I am going to try and get there for the funeral. If not know that I am there in spirit. Ray and Shelly will be there together finding the joy in it all. I love you. Lisa
Lisa Kelson ,
October 05, 2011
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My Dearest Sissy Sheeelllleeeeee.....
I WILL REMEMBER...
There are no words to say how much I will miss you my Sweet Pea. I had just found you again, but we picked our amazing friendship up right where we had left off years ago. There are not very many friendships that can stand the test of time... Ours did. My heart has a void that no one can fill but you. However, I will remember everything... Our trips to Bandaloops, to The Pompadour, that weird & crazy fun Goth Club that the three of us loved Xenon's (I think it was called?), and running to meet you and Stace at the Botanical Gardens in-between our houses after I moved away from Sommerset...
I will remember our freaky trips to "Kays Cross" (enter the Theme Song from the Exorsist), our menacing rides in Bev's "Hot Rod Lincoln" cruisin' down State Street for hours... sho am I going to do our "CHOINK-CHOINK" talk to now?? What a bunch of double-dorks we were & always will be...
I will remember staying at The Sedberry House night after night with the two of you laughing at me because I was TOTALLY freaked out by Pet Cemetary!! THEN, you both laughed when I told you I was scared to go to sleep!! P.S. I had to sleep on Bev & Joel's bedroom floor for a WEEK!! :)
Most of all, I will remember our more recent visits here in SLC and this summer in Vegas Baby, Yeah!! I will remember ALL of our wonderful adventures together and I promise to remember YOU My Sweetness. I'm sure that you have Ray close by your side now. I will see you again. This I know and have put my Hope & my Faith into.
Well, you finally got me to come to Houston... I just wish you would be there to greet me in body, spirit & soul. :( I'll settle for your Spirit & Soul though... :) At least I can be close to you, just one last time...
My prayers and condolences go out to Mamma Carol and Daddy Joe, Billy (my Pilaf) and Shelly's Best Friend... Her little sister Stacy. I love you all.
I WILL REMEMBER ALL of YOU Shelly. This i Promise you. You were and still are one of my most Special, Longest and Best Freindships I've Ever had. I LOVE you my Big Sissy and will miss you forever and a day... Forever & Ever... Always, Your L.B.
Laura Blenkinsop Fausett ,
October 05, 2011
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Hey Cuz!! I consider myself a very lucky man to have known you your whole life. I remember when you were born and the joy you brought to the entire family. As you got older and Stacy and Billie came along you always had a smile on your face and a mischievous look about you. All of my memories of you are funny, joyful and filled with laughter. That was your truest blessing to us was the light of your personality. Your sense of fashion was prevalent very early, I remember you asking your dad for some of the gloves Madonna used to wear with the fingers cut off, and the shock when he suggested he just cut the fingers off your winter gloves for you…. Priceless Your Grandmother recently reminded of the sleep overs I “supervised” with you, Denice, Stacy and all the rest of your Grants kid crew. The mountain picnics with Grandpa Adolph and Grandma Kate and the rest of the clan up on Mt Taylor. Ha Ha, Remember the night when we all got together when Grandpa passed and you broke out the old pictures and you and Gina conspired on embarrassing me, (I knew you were behind that)..lol I smile when I think of the way you always took the time to play with Jonah and how you made his Houston birthday awesome at Chuckie Cheese. He still rocks the IronMan mask to this day. I can go on and on because every story I have is so wonderful and happy. You will be missed but your memories will live on in my heart and the hearts of everyone you touched. I close my eyes and I see you wheeling your caddy around with your foot on the dash and the music loud. Say hi to Grandma Kate and Grandpa Adolph for me because I know she has a tall glass of cold Lemonade for you and watch out for Grandpa if he ask you to play rummy. Love you
Richard
Richard Dean Parker ,
October 05, 2011
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Shelly- It breaks my heart to hear of your passing. I carry this great sadness. As I previously posted, I remember our Humana days.. You and your sister.. Always so kind. Full of life.. You were larger than life. I am so glad we were recently able to reconnect through Facebook. I loved reading your updates. I pray for you and your family.
Yanira Ruiz ,
October 05, 2011
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I'm heartbroken to hear of Shelly's passing. It's been years since we've seen each other, but with Shelly, you didn't have to see her weekly for her to be a good friend. She introduced me to Marc Jacobs, having jeans altered to fit just right, and taught me how to sneak into the office wearing lipstick and shades, to buy time to get your eye makeup just right. She was fabulous with words, but I'm sorry to say the worst Taboo partner I've ever had. I'll miss her often, but am lucky to have known her. Our trip to the lake house, seeing kissy face photos and our camping adventures will forever be in my heart. I am heartbroken I can't be there to say goodbye in person. Much love to you and your family. Now and always. Nora
Nora Gibbs ,
October 04, 2011
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I met Shelly 8 years ago through mutual friends and we hung out a lot at that time. Although we had lost touch, when I heard about her passing, my heart immediately became heavy. She was so full of life, laughter, beauty, style - all wrapped into one wonderful package. The world has truly lost an amazing person. My prayers and thoughts are with the family at this sad time.
Gwen Reed ,
October 04, 2011
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It's hard to believe you are gone. I remember the first time I met you and the many laughs we shared. You had a heart and sense of humor like no one else! So many memories come to mind that make my heart smile. You will be missed and if I know you you wouldn't want us crying but smiling at the memories we all have of you.
Kristina ,
October 04, 2011
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We have lost a beautiful, bright and shining star much too early. Shelly always had a smile on her face and a good word to say. She always had a big smile and hug for me. I will always remember her enthusiasm and positive attitude for life. She was one of those people who made you feel like you've been best friends for ever. She will truly be missed.
Kathi Sandler ,
October 04, 2011
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I am having a hard time getting started because there are so many wonderful things to say about Shelly...I could really write a short story. I guess I will stick with the most prevalent. Shelly never met a stranger and made everyone feel included. She was so much fun, sassy, REALLY smart...could name facts that no one else even knew! But she was most of all loving to deepest being of her heart. The first time i met Shelly we became life long friends. I have never, ever met anyone so engaging and compassionate towards others and open to all. Shelly was such a positive person and was always uplifting. I am blessed to have known her in this lifetime and for her to call me her little sister. You see i never had any sisters until Shelly and Stacey came along and they embraced me like family. Shelly...I will forever miss you, with your boots on, rocking out to your favorite song of the day! I will never, ever forget your grace.
Aubrie Patton ,
October 04, 2011
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Shelly, we will miss your sarcasm, wit and the way you always brought sunshine into any space you occupied. Your song of the day made me smile so very often. May your family find comfort in remembrance of the joy you brought to so many and know that you were loved and will be missed.
Lonnie klene ,
October 04, 2011
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I am so saddened to hear of your passing. I love you with all of my heart and will always miss you dear friend. Mom & Pop... Words cannot begin to express... Shelly was a great person and an awesome friend! I will always cherish my short time with her! I will miss her sarcasms and posts on facebook. I will miss her. SJ... I miss you too and would love to see you soon! All my love, TJ (Tara Riemer Russell)