Bernard Francis Shelton (1924 - 2011)

Ancestors

Husband of Margaret Mary (Barnes) Shelton — married 1946 in Victoria, Australia

Died 8 Feb 2011 at about age 86 in Koo Wee Rup, Victoria, Australia

Biography

SHELTON. - Francis Bernard ("Frank"). Eldest son of the late Charlie and Ellen Shelton; brother of Brian. Husband of Mary, father and father-in-law to Den and Jen, Suzi and Huk, Kerryn and Peter and 'Grandy' to five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.. Passed away peacefully at Killara Hostel, Koo Wee Rup on Feb. 8, 2011. Aged 86 years ^[1][2][3]

Interred at Lang Lang Cemetery, Victoria, Australia.

Sources

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   Funeral Notice • Herald Sun (Melbourne, Vic.)

   Published 10 Feb 2011 • Retrieved 24 Sep 2015
   SHELTON. - Concelebrated Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Mr Frank Shelton, late of Koo Wee Rup, will be offered at St John The Baptist Catholic Church, Station St, Koo Wee Rup on TUESDAY (Feb. 15) at 1 p. m. Following light refreshments, the cortege will leave for the Lang Lang Cemetery. Rosary will be recited in the above Church on MONDAY EVENING (Feb. 14) at 7 p. m

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   Obituary • Herald Sun (Melbourne, Vic.)

   Published 10 Feb 2011 • Retrieved 24 Sep 2015
   SHELTON. - Francis Bernard ("Frank") Passed away peacefully at Killara Hostel, Koo Wee Rup on Feb. 8, 2011. Aged 86 years. Eldest son of the late Charlie and Ellen Shelton; brother of Brian (dec. ). Adored husband of Mary (dec. ), devoted father and father-in-law to Den and Jen, Suzi and Huk, Kerryn and Peter and much loved 'Grandy' to five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. "Just one day at a time" Thanks Dad for the wonderful example of a life led with gentleness, kindness and consideration for others at all times. We will miss you, especially the fun of your visits. "One day at a time" just became too hard. - Den (Jock) and Jenny, grandchildren Tim, Toby and families. Dearest Pops, it was breaking my heart to see you struggle and now my heart is broken. You were the gentlest of men, the kindest of souls and the rock in our life. I am so grateful Huk and Nik got to know you and love you. I could never have wished for a better role model for Nik. Give our love to Mum. - Suzi (Tich), Huk and Nik. Pops you were so special like no other. You listened to our hopes, our dreams and schemes. You shared in the ups and downs. You consoled, humoured, and inspired us. You are our star and the best Dad in the world. Now with Mum, the love of your life. - Your loving daughter Kerryn (Lilley) and son-in-law Pete, grandchildren, Andrew and Nicole, and Katelyn. Fond childhood memories of holidays at San Remo and later the quiet talks that continue to influence our lives. Love - Your grandchildren Tim and Michelle, Toby and Ged and the great grandchildren Eloise, Elijah, Ben, Bella, Lachlan, Sam, Isaac, Monique and Nathaniel. Grandy you will be sadly missed by us all. Our time together was always full of love and happiness. We will cherish you in our hearts forever. Love - Your grandchildren, Andrew (Barney), Nik, Kate (Sarah), Nicole and Steph.

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   Memorial Inscription

   Lang Lang Cemetery, Victoria , Australia