Mary Shelton Obituary
The memory of Mary Shelton of Joplin, Missouri, born in Miami, Oklahoma, who passed away on July 9, 2024 at the age of 83, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Mary departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Mary. Though Mary may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Ralph M. Burris and Lila M. Burris (Stephens). She is survived by: her children, Ralph Langston of Sands Springs, OK, Todd Langston of Joplin and Mary Lynn Braswell of Joplin; her grandchildren, Sylvonna Singleton (Mitch) of Kansas City and Derek Braswell of Tulsa, Oklahoma; her great grandchildren, Truman and Claire; and her sister Alberta Jameson. She is also survived by many extended family and friends.
