Ralph William Shelton

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Ralph William Shelton, 65, of Richmond, Missouri formerly of Orrick, Missouri, passed away March 31, 2018. Private family services will be held at a later date. Mr. Shelton was born February 01, 1953 in Excelsior Springs, Missouri.

A machinist by trade most of his life, Ralph enjoyed many simple things, and lived his life as such. His childhood was spent delivering newspapers, fishing, riding bikes, attending Mass, and causing mischief with his siblings. His unique knowledge of many subjects and the stories of his life will truly be missed. He was a very supportive dad, grandfather, brother and friend. Ralph was always willing to lend a hand.

He was preceded in death by parents Merritt and Jo Jean Shelton.

Survivors include daughter Cori McPheeters, brothers Palmer (Maria) Shelton, Jon Shelton, and Frank Shelton, sister Paula Cox, grandchildren; Alex Shelton, Delaney McPheeters, and Carsyn McPheeters, along with many nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Ralph Shelton’s Memorial Fund and are to be mailed to 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, Mo 64133.

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  1. Deana Deming on April 5, 2018 at 4:42 pm

    Ralph, Bill and I have always thought the world of You! Thank you for being a great uncle and friend to us! We’ll miss you dearly.



  2. Paula Cox on April 5, 2018 at 5:55 pm

    You were a great little brother and turned out to be a good father and grandfather. You will be missed.



  3. Amy Cox Henderson on April 5, 2018 at 6:21 pm

    I remember loving when you came to visit, as a kid. You were the fun uncle, and obviously a good dad. I’m so sad this happened.



  4. Brenda Hightower Berger on April 5, 2018 at 10:08 pm

    Ralph will be missed by many, as he was ‘one of a kind’. Until we meet again.



  5. Mary Fitzgerald on April 6, 2018 at 12:44 am

    I have so many memories of you and Don and the farm and horses. Thanks for being such a friend and good father. You and Don try to behave I will see you two and miss you til then.



  6. Judy Cleaveland (Vaughn) on April 6, 2018 at 4:47 pm

    So sorry for the loss of your Father, Grandfather, Brother,Uncle ,and Friend ! Praying for all of his Loved ones !



  7. David Lynn on April 6, 2018 at 8:57 pm

    My prayers and condolences to his family. I only knew Ralph for a short time years ago but really thought a lot of him. my deepest sympathies.



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