Frances Shelton

Mrs. Frances Steele Shelton, 85, passed away on Monday, May 3, 2021 at her home. Frances was born on January 23, 1936 in Stokes County to the late Harry and Winona Steele. Frances had a long career working for Wachovia Bank and retired after 40 years of service. She was a member of Rosemont Baptist Church and was very involved with the church throughout her life. Frances loved to read and enjoyed traveling with her family. In addition to her parents, Frances was preceded in death by her loving husband of 48 years, Homer Shelton; brother, Steven Steele; and grandson, Andrew David Shelton. Surviving family includes her two children, Jennifer Hirl (Joe) of Raleigh, NC and Jon Shelton of Mountain City, TN; three grandchildren, Caroline Hirl, Jay Hirl, and Adam Shelton; one brother, Clifton Steele (Maxine) of Sandy Ridge, NC; sister, Gladys Stovall (Orell) of Lawsonville, NC; and numerous extended family. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Rosemont Baptist Church, with Pastor Mark Reed officiating. The family will visit with friends immediately following the service. Interment and Committal will be held at 12:00 Noon on Monday, May 10, 2021 at Parklawn Memorial Park. Memorials may be made in Frances’ memory to Rosemont Baptist Church, 415 W Clemmonsville Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27127. Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com