Rose Shelton, age 94 of Rowlett, Texas passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2022, in Terrell, Texas. She was born on July 2, 1928, in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Ellis B. & Clara M. Rathbun. Rose was raised in Tulsa and graduated from Central High School in 1946. She married John Shelton, Jr. on May 9, 1951, and the couple had 6 children. In her spare time, she enjoyed traveling, reading, cross-stitching, bowling, sewing, embroidery, and taking cruises.
Her family and friends will always remember her as a kind, fun-loving lady who enjoyed family gatherings whether they were in her home, camping, reunions, or fun days at amusement parks.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her sisters Delores and Melinda, brother Victor, her husband John, daughter Celesta, grandson Tobie, Sons In Law Joe Rankin and Cesar Espinoza, Grandson Brian Maples, and Great-great granddaughter Paisley.
She is survived by her sister, Joy Rathbun, brothers David Rathbun and spouse Delma, Hubert Rathbun and spouse Terri; Her daughters, Audrey Rankin, Helen Schwettmann and spouse Tommy, Billie Jo Espinoza; Sons, John Shelton III and spouse Sandra, Walter Shelton and spouse Garlene; 17 Grandchildren, 37 Great Grandchildren, and 9 Great Great Grandchildren.
A visitation for Rose will be held Monday, December 5, 2022 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Roselawn Funeral Home, 1000 S Highway 175, Seagoville, TX 75159. A funeral service will occur Monday, December 5, 2022 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, 1000 S Highway 175, Seagoville, TX 75159. A committal service will occur Monday, December 5, 2022 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 1000 S Highway 175, Seagoville, TX 75159.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.roselawn-funerals.com for the Shelton family.
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