Philip Arthur Shelton

Philip Arthur Shelton, MD, JD, 91, of West Hartford, CT, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2024, with family by his side. He was born on April 25, 1933, in Bronx, NY, to Lenore and Max Schwartz. Philip attended the Bronx High School of Science, then went on to attend Columbia University and New York University Medical School, graduating at the age of 23.

Philip dedicated over 40 years to practicing ophthalmology in West Hartford, CT. During his career, he taught countless residents and fellows, many of whom continue to provide excellent ophthalmic care in Connecticut and beyond. He played a pivotal role in the creation of ConnectiCare, a medical insurance company, where he served on the board of directors and spent a year as President and CEO.

Philip also served on several other boards and worked with organizations such as Doctors Without Borders. At around age 40, he decided to attend law school at the University of Connecticut, which he did in the evenings while maintaining his busy medical practice. He was extremely proud of his membership as a Fellow in the American College of Legal Medicine. In 2006, he was elected President of the organization, and in 2016, he was honored with their most prestigious Gold Medal Award.

He is survived by five children and their respective spouses/partners: Laura B. Jones (James), Edward S. “Woody” Shelton (Olga), Adam J. Shelton, Jennifer Shelton Powers (Jim), and Ellen Shelton Grossbard (Bruce); eight grandchildren: Dana, Jackie,Katherine, Samantha, Matthew, Arin, Rebecca, and Max; and five great-grandchildren:

Sadie, Max, Madison, Ethan, and Kylie.

Philip will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

A graveside funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at 10:30 am, at Menorah Gardens and Funeral Chapels, 21100 West Griffin Road, Southwest Ranches, FL 33332.

Psalm 23

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul; He guideth me in straight paths for His name's sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies; Thou hast anointed my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; And I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.