Merle (Bud) Shelton's obituary , Passed away on June 27, 2023 in Benton, Illinois

Merle (Bud) Shelton

February 10, 1931 - June 27, 2023 (92 years old)

Benton, Illinois

Merle (Bud) Shelton's obituary , Passed away on June 27, 2023 in Benton, Illinois

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Union Funeral Home

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Merle (Bud) Shelton

February 10, 1931 - June 27, 2023 (92 years old)

Benton, Illinois

Merle Shelton Obituary

We are sad to announce that on June 27, 2023 we had to say goodbye to Merle Shelton of Benton, Illinois, born in Orient, Illinois. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Merle Shelton to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Shelton and Netti Shelton; his wife Wanda Mae Shelton; and his siblings, Paul, Owen, Tommy, William, Kenneth, Sylvia, Norbell, Dolly and Ruby.

He is survived by: his children, Rosemary Marlow (Gary), Elaine Rich (Rick), Katherine Shelton, Donnie Shelton (Brenda), Bobbie Shelton (Lennie), Kenny Shelton (Dawn), Jerry Shelton (Jeannie) and Robbie Shelton; and his sister Laura Houseman (Dave). He is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Union Funeral Home



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