Gail Burkett Shelton, passed away on December 31, 2018. She is survived by sons Matthew and Susan Shelton, J. Adam and Tim Shelton, grandson Dain Shelton, sister Judy and Dan Noel, brother Wayne and Sheri Burkett, nieces Amanda and Gabe Woodson, Madison Burkett, great nephew Wade Woodson, and many other extended family members & special friends. She is preceded in death by husband Earl Shelton, parents Louise Lee Burkett and Clell Burkett. An avid stitcher (knitting, crochet, & quilting), Gail recently donated hats to the Women’s Center of Sevierville and organizations throughout southeastern Tennessee supporting premature births and the homeless. A devoted Christian from age 10, she served as a deacon at Central Baptist of Bearden over the last year.At the request of Gail, a private service and burial will be held at Berry Highland West. In lieu of flowers, she has asked that donations be directed to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, American Diabetes Association or ALS foundation. Condolences may be offered at www.berryhighlandwest.com