Donald Shelby

A funeral service for Donald Shelby Sr. will be held on Wednesday, November 06, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Wilson Orwosky Chapel. A visitation will be held at 1 p.m. the same day at Wilson Orwosky Chapel.

Donald Shelby, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on October 30, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on September 30, 1946, to Herman John Shelby and Louise McClosky Shelby, Donald lived a life of kindness, gentleness, and unwavering love for his family.

He graduated from Pasadena High School and then went on to serve in the Army. He married the love of his life, Sandra Lynn (Rolirad) Shelby on August 20, 1966. They spent 58 beautiful years together building a family and legacy that he was very proud of.

Donald was not only a loving father but also a calming force to those around him. His soft-spoken nature and lovely personality made him a favorite among family and friends. He was universally regarded as a good person, always putting the needs of others before his own. The cherished memories shared with him continue to bring comfort and joy to those who were fortunate enough to know him.

As we remember Donald Shelby, we celebrate a life rich in love, loyalty, and compassion. His legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Lynn Shelby; daughter, Lauren and Wade Smith; Son, Don and Georgia Shelby; grandchildren, Stephen Smith and Brittney, Kathryn Shelby, Cameron Smith and Anna, Beau Shelby and Lindsay, Grayson Smith and Brittany and Michaela Kaster and Ryan; great grandchildren, Ian, Ryland, Hudson, Mckinley, Benjamin, Theo, Christopher; brother Herman Shelby and sisters Mary and Carolyn.