SHELTON, JOE 004

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BILLY JOE SHELTON
Date Of Birth:AUGUST 1, 1941
Date Of Death:JULY 21, 2010
Service Date:1:00 P.M. SATURDAY
JULY 24, 2010
THE CHURCH OF GOD IN ROARK'S COVE
VISITATION 5:00-9:00 FRIDAY EVENING
GRANT FUNERAL SERVICES CHAPEL

Billy Joe Shelton, age 68, of Huntland, departed this life on Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at the home of his son in Hillsboro following a battle with cancer.  Mr. Shelton was employed for many years as a butcher at the Huntland Shop EZ.  He was an avid coon hunter.  Mr. Shelton was a member of the Huntland Church of God.  He has performed in many Churches in the area with his group known as “The Shelton Glory Bound Singers”.  Everyone that knew him knew he loved the Lord. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; James and Lucille Shelton.  Sisters; Mary Shelton, Rita Fay Mason and a brother, James Thomas Shelton, Jr. 

He is survived by his wife, Fay Shelton of Huntland. Son, Joey (Mary) Shelton of Hillsboro.  Daughter, Shelia (John) Willier of Decherd. Brothers; Onis Shelton of Moore County, Charlie Shelton of Columbia, Paul and Kenneth Shelton both of Elora, Johnny Shelton of Summertown, Pete Shelton of Lincoln Co. and Tim Shelton of MS.  Grandchildren – Jessica and Joshua Pennington, Erik and Lora Shelton.  A host of nieces and nephews. 

Visitation for Mr. Shelton is scheduled for 5:00-9:00 P.M. Friday Evening in the chapel of Grant Funeral Services.  Funeral Services are 1:00 P.M. Saturday at The Church of God in Roark’s Cove Community with Sister Mary Shelton officiating. Mr. Shelton will lie in state at the Church from 12:00 P.M. until service time at 1:00.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to The Church of God at Roark’s Cove, this may be done by contacting the family. 


  • From: Pam Panter
    Location:Winchester, TN

    Joe was a good man and friend to all, he always had a smile on his face, a song in his heart and a glimmer in his eye. I remember all the fun times we shared working together. May you find comfort in the fact that he is in a better place and no longer suffers on this earth. RIP Joe your memory lives on.


  • From: Jennifer Howell
    Location:Winchester, Tn.

    Joey, My family and friends wish you the deepest of condolences. May you find comfort in the many great memories of your dad.


  • From: Jr. and June Hill
    Location:Tullahoma

    We are so sorry for your loss. He will be missed.


  • From: James, Linda, Daniel & Molly  Davis

    We are so sorry for your loss. Mr Joe was a fine man. He will be missed.


  • From: Brett and Brenda Locke
    Location:Huntland,TN

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Joe will always be remembered for his friendliness and kindness that he always showed to everyone. He will be greatly missed. May God comfort you at this difficult time.


  • From: DENNIS & CARRIE BREWER
    Location:huntland

    We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Billy Joe Shelton he was loved by all who knew him. He always had a kind word to say to all he met . I don't think he ever met a stranger or a person that he didn't like EVERV ONE WHO KNEW HIM WILL GREATLY MISS HIM ESPECIALY THOSE OF US WHO LIVE IN HUNTLAND. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY


  • From: Gene & Eula Moorehead
    Location:Elora, Tn. 37328

    We are very sorry about Joe's death. He was a wonderful person and loved his Lord. You are in our thoughts and prayers.Just look to God and pray and he will guide you each day. May God Bless the Family! The Moorehead Family Gene, Eula, Tammy, & Steve


  • From: Glen Miller

    Dear Shelton Family, I am very sad to hear about Joe's death. Although I hadn't seen Joe in many years, I will always fondly remember the two years that I worked with him at Pogue's back in the early 80's. I know that you will miss him very much. I will be praying for you all as you grieve. Blessings and Peace, Glen Miller